Staff Specialist - Director Prevocational Education Training - Wagga Wagga Base Hospital (Apply via eCredential)

Position Title: Staff Specialist – Director Prevocational Education Training (DPET) - Wagga Wagga Base Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Hours per week: 8 hours (0.2 FTE)
Remuneration: $262,376.00 - $323,777.00 per annum – pro rata, plus superannuation
Location: Wagga Wagga Base Hospital
Applications Close: 10 August 2025
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About the Opportunity
Are you passionate about shaping the future of medical education? Wagga Wagga Base Hospital is seeking a dedicated Staff Specialist - Director of Prevocational Education & Training (DPET) to lead and inspire the next generation of medical professionals. This 0.2 FTE Part-Time Permanent position offers a unique opportunity to oversee and manage the teaching and career development of prevocational medical practitioners within the Murrumbidgee Local Health District.

As DPET, you will play a pivotal role in developing and coordinating structured education programs, advocating for trainee development, and fostering a culture of continuous learning. You’ll collaborate with key stakeholders including Junior Medical Officers, hospital executives, and the Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) to ensure high-quality clinical training and strategic alignment with broader educational goals.

This is your chance to make a lasting impact on medical education in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

About You
You are a registered Specialist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and hold a current clinical appointment at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital. You bring a genuine passion for postgraduate medical education and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Your strengths include:

• Proven ability to enhance the quality of medical education and training.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to build effective relationships across diverse teams.
• A clear understanding of HETI’s mission and the ability to represent its goals confidently.

You thrive in dynamic environments and are ready to lead with integrity, fairness, and a focus on professional development. If you're ready to champion excellence in medical education, we’d love to hear from you.

Need more information? 

1)      Click here for the Position Description

2)      Learn more about working for Murrumbidgee Local Health District here.

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Additional Information 

• Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description
• NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs. 
• Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. 
• All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_015  for more detail.

Contact People

Please contact Kelly Lotz-Vaughan - A/Medical Administration Unit Manager on kelly.lotz-vaughan@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.