Employment Details Employment Type: Permanent Part or Full Time Position Classification: Staff Specialist Remuneration: $278,355 to $376,068 per annum full time equivalent depending on experience Hours Per Week: Up to 40hrs per week Requisition ID: REQ About The Role Grafton Base Hospital and Clarence Network are seeking a qualified Specialist in Obstetrics & Gynaecology to become the Head of the Obstetrics & Gynaecology Department. The successful applicant will lead and manage the department, providing contemporary comprehensive best practice specialist services for optimal patient outcomes. This includes leadership that optimises multidisciplinary and inter‑departmental cooperation, efficiently allocating and managing resources for best patient care. They will also provide and support training to clinicians across relevant disciplines to achieve quality education and safe clinical practice, including leading accreditation of training programs and supporting the wellbeing of doctors in training. Qualifications and Experience Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, and/or specialist international medical graduate pathways. Demonstrated recent clinical experience as a Senior Medical Officer in the discipline of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, at a site with at least a similar role delineation to the NNSWLHD service. Demonstrated recent leadership and management experience, managing staff, financial resources and equipment, with the ability to work with and develop a multidisciplinary clinical team. Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology, written, verbal and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, research and quality improvement. Availability to participate in an on‑call roster and to respond on site within a reasonable time. Must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. A current valid NSW Working with Children Check is a requirement of this position. Benefits Salary packaging and novated leasing – increase take‑home pay. Fitness discounts – support health and wellbeing. Professional and personal development opportunities. Collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment. Opportunities to start or build a career, or re‑enter the workforce. Additional Information If appointed to a permanent Staff Specialist position, you may be eligible for the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. Applications close: 15 June 2026. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply; all applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably. To apply, click here to apply via eCredential. #J-18808-Ljbffr