Visiting Medical Officer - Urology

Shape the Future of Urology on the Lower Mid North Coast!
Are you ready to build something exceptional while enjoying the lifestyle you’ve always wanted?

“Joining Manning Base Hospital allowed me to serve an area of genuine need and enjoy a strong supportive team culture. It’s rewarding to provide care that stops patients having to travel two hours to Newcastle. The team here is friendly and collaborative — and with plenty of work, there’s no need to compete. New Urologists can immediately make an impact while building their own practice.” 
Dr Ben Kwok, VMO Urologist Manning Base Hospital.
 

REQ562981 - Urology Visiting Medical Officer (VMO)
Manning Base Hospital, Taree NSW
Applications close 14 September 2025
 

Whether you’re an experienced consultant seeking a sea change or a soon-to-be Fellow eager to step into your first consultant role, this is a rare opportunity to establish yourself in a thriving regional hub where professional opportunity meets personal lifestyle.

Why Join Manning Base Hospital?
 

• Exceptional Professional Opportunity
• You will join a supportive, forward-thinking urology team delivering services across both public and private sectors — Manning Base Hospital and Mayo Private Hospital — working alongside Dr Ben Kwok, a well-established local Urologist
• With an ever-growing caseload and significant unmet demand, you’ll have the chance to develop your surgical practice, reduce public waiting lists, and help shape the future of Urology services for the region
• Unmatched Lifestyle Choice
• From coastal villages and surf beaches (Forster, Halliday’s Point, Old Bar, Harrington) to mountain trails and riverbanks, live your best life just minutes from work. Enjoy the affordability of the local property market, including rare beachside homes, while escaping the Sydney “rat race.”

• Plus, easy weekend drives to Sydney keep the city within reach.

   

  
  Booming Population & Growing Demand
  The region’s expanding population means increasing clinical volume and strong community advocacy for ongoing service development — meaning plenty of work and long-term job security
  Outstanding Education Pathways
  Choose from excellent local primary schools or prestigious boarding schools with strong regional connections for your family’s education needs.

What You Can Expect
 

• High clinical workload with opportunities to manage complex cases or refer to John Hunter Hospital as needed
• Access to modern equipment, including laser technology for stone surgery
• A close-knit, supportive multidisciplinary team, including general surgeons, allied health, nursing, pathology, oncology, and radiation oncology specialists
• Collaboration and remote support from specialists at John Hunter Hospital to ensure comprehensive clinical supervision
• Ability to build your private practice alongside your public role with a balanced on-call roster and shared responsibilities
• Opportunity to contribute immediately by assisting with public waiting lists and shaping service delivery.

Why HNELHD?

Manning Base Hospital is part of the Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), servicing over 900,000 people across Hunter, New England, and the Lower Mid North Coast. HNELHD offers strong ties with the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute, supporting innovation, research, and professional development.

Benefits include:
 

• Commitment to sustainable healthcare and safety (Together Towards Zero)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families
• Dedicated Senior Medical Recruitment team guiding you through recruitment, onboarding, and relocation
• Senior Medical Settlement Concierge to assist you and your family with settling in and community connections
• Opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration beyond clinical roles