Senior Resident Medical Officer

Employment Type: Temporary Full TimeRemuneration: –Hours per Week: 38Requisition ID: CAM26262 An exciting opportunity exists to join the Paediatrics and Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department at Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital. Where you'll be working The Shoalhaven area is one of the fastest growing areas of NSW with over 5,000 new residents making the move here every year. The area has plenty to offer with the beautiful beaches of Jervis Bay, rainforests of Kangaroo Valley and tourist townships like Berry, all within 30 minutes’ drive. For more information on the Shoalhaven Region you can visit the Shoalhaven website. Shoalhaven Hospital is a busy rural hospital which employs over 1,000 staff and is the main acute care hospital for the Shoalhaven region, providing emergency care, medical, surgical and orthopaedic services. Shoalhaven Hospital has an Intensive Care Unit focusing on high dependency and coronary patients, Children’s Ward and Maternity Unit as well as a purpose-built regional Cancer Care Centre and sub-acute Mental Health Unit. Shoalhaven Hospital is currently undergoing a $438 million redevelopment. Benefits of working with ISLHD We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include: Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees) Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees) Fitness Passport – discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information Career progression and professional development Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions / selection criteria within the application. ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. Need more information or help applying? Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information. Visit the Stepping Up website. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health. Visit the Welcome Experience website. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW. Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. Successful applicants to the role must provide certified documentation of vaccination history and pathology as part of their recruitment documentation. The applicant must be certified as compliant with Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases before employment can commence. Criminal record checks will be undertaken on successful applicants. This position is designated as child-related employment and you will be required to obtain a Working With Children clearance from the Office of the Children’s Guardian. To apply, please go to Please note: Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing. The SRMO will spend half the year in Paediatrics and half the year in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. As a member of the O&G team, you will provide care in the Antenatal and Postnatal Wards and participate in Acute Delivery Suited duties, while working with Registrars and Consultants. You also have the opportunity to gain experience in Antenatal Clinics, Gynaecology Outpatients and Theatre, and participate in the departmental teaching program. The SRMO will, under supervision, provide effective, safe and timely medical services to patients including the assessment and management of paediatric and adult patients in the Neonatal Unit, Birthing Unit, Children's Ward, Paediatric Assessment Unit, Antenatal Clinic and Emergency Department. This position is suited to trainees who may wish to pursue a career in General Practice, Paediatrics or Obstetrics or an experienced SRMO seeking a new opportunity within the Department. Selection Criteria MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia Completion of at least two years postgraduate experience Demonstrated ability to work independently in a supervised environment and work efficiently as part of a multi-disciplinary team Excellent time management and organisational skills Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills and proficiency in computer skills Evidence of continued professional development and commitment to self education Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Daniel Tait on Applications Close: 16, December 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr