Visiting Medical Officer

Requisition ID: REQ Employment Type: Temporary (12 Months) Location: Campbelltown/Camden Hospital Position Classification: Visiting Medical Officer Applications close: 02/11/2025 Contact: Dr Upul Premawardhanaon or email Apply via e-Credential: CLICK HERE to apply via e-Credential. NSW Health does not require or accept the ‘Fit2Work badge’ offered as an option in eCredential. Enquiries/applications will not be accepted via recruitment agencies. About The Opportunity Campbelltown and Camden Hospitals are recruiting for a Visiting Medical Officer to complement and enhance the current Cardiology Department. Life at South Western Sydney Local Health District is rewarding, progressive and diverse and is always focused on achieving our Vision of Leading Care, Healthier Communities. What You’ll Be Doing The position will provide complex cardiac device implantation within the cardiac catheter laboratories in addition to diagnostic and interventive Electrophysiology procedures. The position will be responsible for the running of the pacemaker clinic and remote monitoring service, in addition to clinical management and treatment of patients under your care in a South West Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) facility or service. This care will be provided within the scope of practice endorsed by the SWSLHD Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee (MDAAC). Where You’ll Be Working Campbelltown and Camden Hospitals, part of the South Western Sydney Local Health District, work together to provide comprehensive healthcare services to the Macarthur region. Campbelltown Hospital, a leading tertiary facility, offers a wide range of services including cardiology, maternity, palliative care, respiratory medicine, emergency medicine, and aged‑care services. It also features specialised Mental Health and Cancer facilities. Camden Hospital complements these services by specialising in care for older persons with acute or chronic health conditions, including rehabilitation, palliative care, geriatric evaluation and management, and psychogeriatric care. The hospitals share a close‑knit, community‑focused team dedicated to delivering safe, quality, and compassionate care. The ongoing multi‑million dollar redevelopment at Campbelltown Hospital will further enhance its capabilities, introducing advanced equipment and amenities. Together, these sister hospitals ensure that the diverse needs of the community are met with excellence and innovation in healthcare. How To Apply To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application. Current medical practitioner, registered, or eligible for registration, with the Medical Board of Australia and Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and/or other specialist recognition as provided under the Staff Specialists (State) Award. A completed fellowship and device implantation in Electrophysiology and proven experience in cardiac device implantation (left bundle pacemaker implantation would be an advantage), postoperative management and ongoing clinical review of device programming and trouble shooting. Experience in the supervision of a Pacemaker Clinic. Demonstrated current clinical practice of a high standard and ability to adapt clinical practice in accordance with contemporary evidence based best practice. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management. Demonstrated participation in teaching and training at undergraduate and/or post graduate level, including supervision of junior medical staff. Demonstrated commitment to continuing self‑education and development, including evidence of participation in continuing medical education/ continuing professional development. Demonstrated ability to comply with the service objectives of a public health organisation, including the provision of services to the local community, effective utilisation of resources, and preparedness to participate in the provision of health services at an LHD level. Preparedness to participate in a hospital, service or LHD on‑call roster. Evidence of ability to work cooperatively with other staff and practitioners and in a multidisciplinary health care team. Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Additional Information South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details. South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport. Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHD’s key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply. SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse. Connect with us on X, Facebook and LinkedIn. #J-18808-Ljbffr