Resident Medical Officer

Department: Rotational Position (Multiple Departments) 
Location: Tweed Valley Hospital 

Contract Period: 12 Months  
 
 

Working with Northern NSW Local Health District, you can play a part in delivering quality care to our region. More than 280,000 people live within the Northern NSW Local Health District, and around 4.7 per cent of our population are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. 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! 

The Role 

Tweed Valley Hospital is looking for Resident Medical Officers and Senior Resident Medical Officers to work on a rotational basis across the annual 5 clinical terms. This provides our medical officers with quality experience in a range of different medical and surgical specialities.  

Preferences for rotations can be expressed at interview with shortlisted candidates and final allocations will be confirmed following acceptance. Available rotations include: 

All positions including a relieving term which is a role covering after hours shifts and covering annual leave of other junior medical officers.  

Information for International Medical Graduates 

We welcome and encourage applications from candidates eligible for the competent authority pathway for International Medical Graduates (IMGs). This includes applicants who hold full registration in Medical Board approved countries, such as the United Kingdom, Ireland, New Zealand and Canada.  

Competent authority pathway candidates are encouraged to reach out to us via email (NNSWLHD-TWE-JMOManager@health.nsw.gov.au) for further information.  

We are not accepting applications from standard pathway applicants at this time.  

For more information on pathways for international medical graduates, please visit Medical Board of Australia - International medical graduates (IMGs). 

About Tweed Valley Hospital 

This is an exciting opportunity to join Tweed Valley Hospital, your primary work location and a new, major referral hospital at the heart of the network of hospitals and health facilities across the Tweed-Byron region, also including Murwillumbah District & Byron Central Hospitals.  The 723.3 million state-of-the-art hospital opened on 14 May 2024 and will deliver additional health services and bed capacity to meet the growing community's healthcare needs.  

Tweed Valley Hospital has: 

Where you will be working 

Working at Tweed Valley Hospital provides the opportunity for a perfect work-life balance. Located between Byron Bay and the Gold Coast, the Tweed Valley serves up an amazing lifestyle against a stunning natural backdrop. From spectacular mountains to golden beaches and beautiful rivers, the region is overflowing with places to explore among five world heritage listed national parks. The historic town of Murwillumbah is the geographic centre and the cultural hub of the valley. Byron Bay (Australia’s most easterly point) is 30 minutes down the coast and is known for its beauty, relaxed atmosphere and lively entertainment scene. It is a popular spot for tourists and people seeking an alternative lifestyle. Along the coast from Byron up to Tweed Heads, surfers are spoilt for choice!  

The hospital is located on the outskirts of Kingscliff - just 10 minutes south of the Queensland border and the Coolangatta International Airport, and 90 minutes to Brisbane! 

Northern New South Wales 

Northern NSW is a diverse region spanning from the jacaranda city of Grafton in the south, to the golden beaches of Tweed Heads in the north. The district is located on the traditional lands of the Bundjalung, Githabul, Gumbaynggirr and Yaegl nations. 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. 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!