Career Medical Officer (Gde 1) - General Medicine - Temp FT until 30 June 2029 - Fairfield Hospital Apply via eCredential

Requisition ID: REQ684849

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, until 30 June 2029

Location: Fairfield Hospital

Position Classification: Career Medical Officer - Grade 1

Applications close: 25/08/2026

For role related queries or questions contact Dr Harry Doan on (02) 9616 8107 or via email on Harry.Doan@health.nsw.gov.au

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

Internal to NSW Health Employees Only.

About The Opportunity

Fairfield Hospital is recruiting for a Career Medical Officer to complement and enhance the current General Medicine 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

Provide clinical management and treatment of patients in a SWSLHD facility under your care. This care will be provided within the clinical privileges granted by the CE on the advice of the SWSLHD Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee.

Where You'll Be Working

Fairfield hospital is located in one of NSW’s largest LGA’s and is a hub of diverse cultures, ethnicities and socioeconomic backgrounds. This brings a range of experiences to hospital employees and provides varied learning and development experiences for all levels of Medical, Clinical, administrative and support roles.

Fairfield Hospital provides a chance to work closely with patients and the community whist providing a strong learning environment and exposure to a variety of disciplines and specialties. The team at Fairfield Hospital is supportive and encouraging, with the senior members of the hospital always looking for ways to enrich the experience of the team. The hospital sits close to public transport (T-Way), Public Schools, a major shopping centre and has an onsite cafeteria.

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.

MBBS or equivalent, current general registration with the Medical Board of Australia. A minimum of three (3) years post- graduate experience with at least six (6) months experience as a General Medicine Medical Registrar is desirable but not essential Demonstrated recent relevant experience in clinical medicine and ability to work in a complex clinical environment with proven ability to apply clinical knowledge and concepts in practical situations Demonstrated teamwork and problem-solving skills within a multidisciplinary team Demonstrated time management and prioritisation skills within the context of multiple competing priorities Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning, teaching, quality improvement and clinical leadership in Medicine Demonstrate excellent computer skills, and fluency in using Hospital EMR. Demonstrate excellent communication skills with patients, carers, families, staff and referring GP and Specialists (both verbal and written) Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

Need more information?

Click here for the Position Description

Additional Information

Salary Packaging

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.

Health & Fitness

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport

Transforming Your Experience

Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs 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 .