NNSWLHD Staff Specialist in Palliative Medicine - Tweed Valley Hospital - (Apply via eCredential)

Click here toApply via eCredential Working with Northern NSW Local Health District, you can play a part in delivering quality care to our region. Our health service values the essential role our staff play in delivering innovative ways to respond to the health needs of our patients and clients. Our staff live and work in some of Australia’s most sought-after destinations, where work/life balance is not a buzzword, it’s a reality!Employment Type: Temporary Full Time - March 2026 to March 2027 Position Classification: Staff Specialist Remuneration: $270,247 to $333,491 per annum full time equivalent depending on experience Hours Per Week: 40 Requisition ID: REQ632991 Remuneration as a Senior Specialist will be considered and is subject to CE Approval Click here toApply via eCredentialWhat You'll Be Doing Based between the Community and Hospital to provide medical, clinical and consultancy service in palliative care to inpatient and community-based clients and their families within the Northern NSW Local Health District. Provide contemporary comprehensive Specialist Palliative Care services at the primary facility and other facilities where applicable for optimal patient outcomes delivering a healthy community through quality care. Participate in quality improvement activities as well as providing training and education to clinicians across multiple disciplines to achieve quality education and safe clinical practice. Why you should consider applyingWe Can Offer You

• Diverse career pathways
• Professional and personal development
• Help with further study and education
• Flexible and supportive work environment
• Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce
• Challenging, inspiring and rewarding roles, and
• The opportunity to make a difference!

As a Staff Specialist you may also benefit from potential tax savings by salary packaging living expenses, vehicle leasing, meal entertainment and relocation costs. Where you'll be working Tweed Valley Hospital is a major referral and teaching hospital located in the heart of the Tweed-Byron region, providing a wide range of inpatient, day only and outpatient services in a brand new, state-of-the-art facility. The Tweed Valley is a subtropical oasis encompassing the rugged terrain of Wollumbin National Park, arty riverside villages, historic coastal towns and the gateway to the Gold Coast. The Ballina and Byron Shires include some of Australia’s most famous surf breaks and holiday destinations, while the hinterland is rich with vibrant communities and mouth-watering local produce. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing tree-change, a family destination or an adventure, there’s something to suit every lifestyle. Visit Northern NSW Local Health District for more information on living and working in this area. Northern NSW Local Health District embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community. NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably. For help with your application to this role visit NSW Government – Stepping Up, our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people. Please note, to apply for this position you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see Australian Government – Department of Home Affairs A current valid NSW Working with Children Check is a requirement of this position. Visit NSW Government – Office of the Children’s Guardian for more information.

• Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist Palliative Medicine Physician, and/or overseas trained specialist pathways.
• Demonstrated recent clinical experience in Palliative Care Medicine in the Hospital and Community showing ability to communicate effectively with the Palliative Care patients and families.
• Demonstrated commitment to uphold the philosophies and objectives of the Palliative Care services and to providing high quality health services and continuity of care within the local community.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team.
• Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology and written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, research and quality improvement.
• Availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time.

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For role related queries or questions contact Dr Malcolm Leek, Director of Radiation Oncology at Email: Malcolm.Leek@health.nsw.gov.au Applications Close: 2nd March 2026Click here toApply via eCredential Enquiries about this position from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Candidates interested in this position must make their own enquiries and submit their own application. For assistance with your application please refer to the Clinician Guide to applying in eCredential NSW Health does not require or accept the Fit2Work Badge offered as an option in eCredential #MedicalServices