The Opportunity:

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking General Medicine Registrars to provide locum support to their Emergency Department Medical Assessment Unit (ED MPU).

You’ll assess and manage acute general medical patients in a multidisciplinary team environment, working closely with physicians, nursing staff, and allied health.

Ideal for registrars seeking rural exposure, strong supervision, and high-value short-term placements in a well-supported clinical setting.
 
Clinical Environment:

• Exposure to a broad general medical case mix with ED interface
• Opportunity to refine diagnostic and decision-making skills in acute care
• Supportive supervision from general physicians and senior clinicians
• Work in a collaborative setting with structured handovers and escalation processes
• Strengthen procedural and communication skills in a regional teaching hospital

 
Eligibility Criteria:

• General AHPRA Registration
• Minimum PGY3+ with recent general medicine or acute care experience
• NSW Working with Children Check and Police Check
• Australian working rights
• Willingness to complete HNELHD onboarding and credentialing

 
What’s Provided:

• Up to $200/hour, depending on shift type and experience
• Full travel, accommodation, and vehicle or allowance included
• Flexible shifts throughout 2025: short-term and ongoing options
• Administrative and credentialing support provided

 
Location – Hunter New England LHD:
Deliver care in one of NSW’s most dynamic health regions, with access to both metropolitan hubs and scenic rural communities. Enjoy proximity to Newcastle, the coast, and the Hunter Valley while contributing to an engaged and supportive hospital environment.
 
Interested?
Contact Ellie Nicholson at Gorilla Jobs:
Call or SMS: 0499 856 275
Email: ellie@gorillajobs.com.au

We also have general medicine locum roles across Australia, reach out to find the right fit for your schedule and goals.