Career Medical Officer in Emergency Medicine, Belmont District Hospital
Hunter New England Local Health District | Newcastle, AUPosted 14 days ago
Description
Career Medical Officer in Emergency Medicine, Belmont District Hospital
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Job number: REQ626897 • Location: Belmont Hospital • Employment type: Fixed term, 1.0 FTE up to 2 years • Date posted: 1 week ago
Make a meaningful impact in Emergency Medicine by joining the Belmont Hospital ED Team!
All applicants must hold full unconditional General Registration with AHPRA and have recent Australian Emergency Medicine experience at the CMOs level. Unlimited and unconditional permanent working rights in Australia are required.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver direct emergency care and coordinate clinical management in collaboration with Emergency Physicians and Admitting Medical Officers.
- Lead and support junior doctors and medical students, fostering a culture of learning and mentorship.
- Participate in night shifts and after‑hours rosters, ensuring 24/7 care for patients.
- Coordinate resuscitation efforts for critically ill adults and children, with support from senior clinicians and retrieval services.
- Contribute to a multidisciplinary team environment that values education, research, and work/life balance.
What We’re Looking For
- Full General Registration with AHPRA
- Minimum three years of recent Emergency Medicine experience
- Ability to take on in‑charge responsibilities in an urban district ED
- Unrestricted working rights in Australia
Work in a supportive, close‑knit Emergency Department where your clinical skills directly contribute to the wellbeing of the Lake Macquarie community. You’ll collaborate with a diverse team of medical professionals, including Staff Specialists, CMOs, SRMOs, junior doctors, nurses, and allied health staff.
Nestled in the heart of Lake Macquarie, Belmont offers a lifestyle that balances professional fulfilment with personal wellbeing. Enjoy weekends exploring scenic parks, dining at local restaurants, and relaxing on some of NSW’s most stunning beaches. Newcastle’s vibrant city life and the Hunter Valley’s renowned vineyards are just a short drive away.
Job Details
- Seniority level: Mid‑Senior
- Employment type: Temporary
- Job function: Health Care Provider
- Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Application Details
Applications close: 11 January 2026
Agency applications are NOT accepted.
For role‑related queries or questions contact Madeline Leversha at .
EEO and Child Safe Information
Hunter New England Local Health District 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. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare and well‑being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases – this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive (PD2022_015). All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Contact Information
- Dr Tim Arnold, Clinical Director, Department of Emergency Medicine, Belmont Hospital—Email: , Phone: 492 32240
- Madeline Leversha, HNELHD Acting Senior Medical Recruitment—Email:
Further Information
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