Medical Advisor (Career Medical Officer)
Position Classification: Career Medical Officer Grade 1 OR 2 (dependent on skills and experience of incumbent)
Remuneration: CMO Grade 1 from $139,187 - $168,166 OR CMO Grade 2 from $174,634 - $207,388, plus Superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW
Hours Per Week: 15.2
Requisition ID: REQ575413
Closing Date: Tuesday 27 May 2025 (11:59pm)
About this role
- Be part of a vibrant and professional team working to improve the health of our communities.
- Join an organisation that is passionate about supporting our people to contribute to a world-class health system in NSW.
The Medical Advisor provides high-level medical expertise and leadership to ensure a data-driven and evidence-based approach to public and population health policy and programs, particularly in relation to the NSW Health response to drug related harm at Music Festivals. The role supports the management of critical incidents and other issues of public health concern, including alcohol and other drug service delivery, policy and program responses.
Career Medical Officer Grade 1 or 2 (dependent on skills and experience of incumbent), salary for CMO Grade 1 from $139,187 - $168,166 OR CMO Grade 2 from $174,634 - $207,388 plus Super and annual leave loading.
For more information, read the full Position Description.
What you'll be doing
- Provide high-level medical advice and support to the Executive Director, Centre for Alcohol and Other Drugs relating to the effective management of critical state-wide population and public health policy and programs and medical research, particularly in relation to the NSW Health response to drug related harm at Music Festivals.
- Provide medical advice to support key projects and initiatives to support the population and public health response to health issues and strategic priorities.
- Provide medical and public health perspective, ensuring timely analysis and interpretation of health, population and surveillance data.
- Provide clinical analysis of health presentations, including liaising across multiple stakeholders and disciplines.
- Support technical assessments and monitoring of priority health and medical programs.
- Engage with clinicians and clinical and laboratory networks; and support clinical policy and guideline development, implementation and evaluation.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals with a passion for:
- Public health and public health responses.
- Alcohol and other drug harm minimisation programs and services.
Skills and Experience
- Qualifications in medicine (with current registration in Australia) and public health or another other relevant discipline. Qualifications or experience in emergency medicine, medical retrieval or critical care are desirable.
- Demonstrated high level capacity to set and manage competing priorities and to deliver high quality products within agreed timeframes and budgets.
- Medical leadership skills and experience in providing high level policy advice and recommendations on complex clinical and population health issues at an executive level with minimal supervision.
- High level understanding and extensive knowledge of the development, implementation and management of public health policy, programs and information management and surveillance systems.
- Demonstrated high-level expertise in epidemiological methods and the use of data to manage and monitor policy and programs.
- Substantial knowledge and experience of the health and medical research sector.
How to apply
All applicants must review the role description and apply by submitting an up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlighting your relevant skills.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
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Closing Date: Tuesday 27 May 2025 (11:59pm)
Working at The Ministry of Health
The position is located in St Leonards, in a modern, purpose-built building within an activity-based working environment. Close to public transport, cafés and local amenities.
Benefits
The Ministry of Health offers its employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning, development and work-life balance. To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
For role related queries or questions contact Daniel Madeddu on Daniel.Madeddu@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ575413.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, contact Rebecca Chan on Rebecca.chan3@health.nsw.gov.au
Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At the Ministry of Health we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.
To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
Additional information
- This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
- This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
- Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role
As a provider of essential services across Australia, NSW Health plays a critical role in the community. It is our priority to ensure we provide our workforce and our community with a healthy and safe workplace environment. Considering the significant risks posed by COVID-19, the Ministry of Health expects all workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and you will be required to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status prior to securing this role.
Applications Close: Tuesday 27 May 2025 (11:59pm)
