Visiting Medical Officer in Cardiothoracic Surgery - John Hunter Hospital
Visiting Medical Officer in Cardiothoracic Surgery
John Hunter Hospital
Lead the way in world class cardiothoracic care
John Hunter Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our dynamic team, delivering safe, effective, evidence based care across inpatient, outpatient and on-call settings.
What you’ll do
- Provide contemporary, comprehensive specialist cardiothoracic services that are safe, effective and patient centred
- Participate in regular ward rounds, clinical handover, consultations and surgical cases
- Supervise and education undergraduate and postgraduate staff across the multidisciplinary team
- Engage in clinical governance, risk management and continuous quality improvement initiatives
- Support research activity and promote the translation of evidence into practice
What we’re looking for
- A primary medical degree registrable with AHPRA and Fellowship of RACS and/or overseas trained specialist pathways
- Recent and comprehensive experience in cardiothoracic surgery
- A commitment to teamwork, clinical leadership and quality patient outcomes
- Desirable: interest/training in Thoracic Surgery, minimally invasive procedures, experience introducing new techniques, and a strong academic or research background
Why you’ll love working with us
- John Hunter Hospital is a Level 6 tertiary referral trauma and teaching hospital – the largest in the region
- Join a surgical team known for innovation, excellence and supportive leadership
- Enjoy access to the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct, Fitness Passport, salary packaging, EAP support and professional development
- Work closely with leading academic and research partners, including the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute
The lifestyle you’ve been craving
From scrubs to sand in 20 minutes - Newcastle offers the perfect mix of professional impact and personal wellbeing. Whether it’s surf, wine country, coastal walks or community life you’re after, you’ll find it here. Come for the job, stay for the lifestyle.
Need more information?
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Applications Close: 5 August 2025
For more information about the role contact: Dr Efstathios Ambazidis – Head of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Ph: (02) 4921 4509 E: Efstathios.Ambazidis@health.nsw.gov.au
For application related enquiries contact: Sally Jordan – Senior Medical Recruitment Consultant
Ph: (02) 4985 3353 E: Sally.Jordan@health.nsw.gov.au
Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases - this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive (PD2024_015). All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Agency applications are not accepted at this time.
