Career Medical Officer
Position Classification: Career Medical Officer
Remuneration: $174634 - $207,388, plus Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ541195
Join the Medical Advisor team in Population and Public Health at the Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
- Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
- Build your career in Public Health Medicine as you explore policy and project work in the Office of the Deputy Secretary, Population and Public Health and Chief Health Officer.
About the role
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
The Medical Advisor team within the Office of the Deputy Secretary, Population and Public Health provides support across the Population Health Division on priority policy and projects, as well as support for ongoing work within the Division.
You’ll use your skills and understanding of the health system and population health approaches to help us in protecting and promoting the health of the population.
Career Medical Officer Grade , starting salary from $174634 - $207,388, plus Superannuation and annual leave loading, with a 38 hour work week.
What you will do
The Medical Advisor team provides high level technical expertise and medical leadership. You’ll be providing evidence based, timely advice to the Chief Health Officer and teams across the Population and Public Health Division. You’ll use your critical appraisal skills and understanding of epidemiology to support the Division, as well as helping drive and deliver key projects and proposals.
You’ll prepare high-quality written reports, briefs, correspondence, and cabinet documents, and potentially represent NSW Health on internal and external committees.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- A registered medical practitioner with AHPRA
- A demonstrated understanding of public health
- The ability to work in a small dynamic and fast-paced team environment.
- The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- A demonstrated understanding of the health system challenges and opportunities, including the area of population health.
- A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
How to apply
At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) AND
- Explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlighting your relevant skills
For role related queries or questions contact Dr Jan Fizzell on jan.fizzell@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ541195.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Anu Kundu on anu.kundu@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: Monday 6 January 2025 (11:59PM)
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For more information about working at the NSW Health, please visit our career portal.
Applications Close: Monday 6 January 2025 (11:59PM)
