JMO Supervised Practice
Supervised Practice Position (SPP) (Intern)
Manning Base Hospital – Taree
Hunter New England Local Health District
Temporary Part Time or Full Time (12 months with the possibility of extension)
CAM25157 – E List to be created.
Manning Base Hospital - Taree are pleased to announce the advertisement of our Supervised Practice Position (SPP), within the Hunter New England Local Health District.
Be part of the exciting journey ahead within the largest LHD within New South Wales, by becoming One of Six potential SP Medical Officers.
A robust eligibility list will be created.
About the role
Eligible Junior Medical Officers, with demonstrated interest in a future of rural practice and in particular Rural Medical Training (for example Rural Generalist, Rural General Practice, General Medicine and Obstetrics and Gynaecology) are encouraged to apply to the role of Supervised Practice.
The twelve-month structured program will provide the JMO with ample opportunities to acquire knowledge, skills and experience in providing effective medical services to patients under supervision.
The Manning Base Hospital SPP will provide those who are inspired by improving the health care outcomes of regional Australians, with rotations in the following Health Education and Training Institute Accredited Terms - General Medicine (up to 3 terms), Emergency Medicine and Surgical Services (General Surgery, Orthopaedics or Obstetrics and Gynaecology). These terms are recognised by the Australian Heath Practitioners Regulation Authority (AHPRA) as core requirements for General Registration (Standard Pathway) and therefore this role is suitable for those eligible for Provisional and or Limited Registration – Level 1 and Level 2.
Following completion of the SPP, Medical Officers will have the opportunity to apply for other roles within the facility such as Resident Medical Officer or Senior Resident Medical Officer positions that align with the Medical Officer’s chosen career pathway.
The applicant must have a commitment to rural practice and rural communities.
This role is scheduled to commence 8 September 2025.
For further details please refer to the Position Description, PD060224.
Where you'll be working
Taree’s town name comes from the Aboriginal word Djarii, meaning Figtree. Taree is situated on the banks of the Manning River in the heart of the beautiful Manning Valley, Biripi Country. A spectacular meeting point of coastal beauty and hinterland wonder, the Manning Valley is a gem on the NSW North Coast. Cruise the beautiful river, swim at stunning beaches and find bushwalks, waterfalls and lookouts along the way.
Manning Hospital consists of 180 beds and, within, provides an excellent range of specialist inpatient services including Emergency Medicine, Palliative Care, General Medicine, Paediatrics, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Intensive Care, Psychiatry, Renal, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Anaesthesia, Rehabilitation Services, Urology and Oncology Services to the local communities of Taree, Forster, Tuncurry, Wingham, Gloucester and surrounding Lower Mid North Coast.
Manning Base Hospital treats approximately 28,000 inpatients, 35,000 Emergency Department patients and 90,700 outpatients each year.
With a population of over 97,237 (2022 Census) and with the median age of 62 years old, the Lower Mid North Coast Sector is projected to have the highest growth in the group aged of 85 years and over.
Manning Base Hospital has a high proportion of International Medical Graduates amongst our Medical Workforce, and we pride ourselves on the commitment and support that is provided to our International Trainees.
Skills and Experience should be in line with but not limited to the attached Position Description.
What we can offer you
Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry we provide a range of public health services to the Hunter New England and Lower Mid North Coast sector. Being the largest employer in the region we can offer salary packaging options, educational opportunities and support from a broad network of health professionals. With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your Medical Career.
Working with HNE Health gives you access to a great range of benefits:
- Robust teaching and mentoring programs aimed toward Provisionally and Limited Registered Medical Officers
- Access to the Manning Base Hospital International Medical Graduate and Non-Specialist Trainee Governance Commitee, the first and only one of its kind at a site level within the Hunter New England Local Health District
- Access to the Hospital Non Specialist Program teachings
- ADO's each month (for full time employees)
- Access to the University of Newcastle Department of Rural Health
- Long service leave and paid Maternity leave
- Salary packaging options including meal expenses
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
- Access to the highly sought after Workplace Based Assessment Program (WBA) or support in preparation for AMC2 examinations
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category.
- Candidate must not hold an intern position
- Demonstrates ability to work independently within a supervised clinical environment utilising excellent clinical skills (at the required level of competency) and judgment.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team with an understanding of the roles of all members of the team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, family members and other members of the health care team.
- Evidence of continuing professional development; and commitment to self-education, quality improvement, patient safety and risk management
- Demonstrates computer literacy skills
- Documented preparedness and ability to participate in afterhours rosters, on call rosters and move between services and geographic locations as required by the employer or training network.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
If being one of the first Medical Officers to participate within the Supervised Practice Position at Manning Base Hospital – Taree aligns with your career and personal goals, we encourage your application.
Applications close: 15th June 2025.
