Staff Specialist - Emergency Medicine

Wollongong Hospital is seeking dedicated and experienced Staff Specialists to join our dynamic Emergency Department. Be part of a team delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced, rewarding environment.

186,241 - $251,618 + 11.5% super & salary packaging | Permanent – Up to 1.5 FTE | Wollongong Hospital (TWH) | REQ582272 | Grade : Staff Specialist | Applications close : Tuesday, 8 July 2025

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

Our District Emergency Departments see a combined total of nearly 150,000 patients per year. We have access to most specialities within our region, including general, trauma and sub-specialty surgery, general and sub-specialty medicine, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology and mental health.

The ISLHD Emergency Departments are accredited by the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (ACEM) for ED training with Wollongong Hospital as a major centre for training since 2022.

ISLHD runs a successful Registrar teaching program with a dedicated education team that consistently achieves Fellowship examination success. ISLHD EDs are served by the ISHEC- Simulation centre and provide a Special Skills Term in Simulation Medicine training for ED trainees. It also has an Ultrasound Special Skills Term for ED trainees. Further opportunities for teaching include medical students from the local University of Wollongong Graduate School of Medicine through to the ACEM Emergency Medicine Certificate and Diploma. We also offer simulation, research and service development opportunities via these resources.

We are looking for individuals who are dedicated, enthusiastic, and enjoy being part of a close-knit team. The successful applicant will play a key role in helping shape the Emergency Service for the future. Candidates must demonstrate strong leadership qualities, a kind and enthusiastic approach and have a passion for Emergency Medicine. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a high performing, tertiary Emergency Service in a beautiful coastal location just 60 minutes south of Sydney

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A Little About Us.

Wollongong Hospital, located on Dharawal Country, is the Illawarra Shoalhaven's major referral and teaching hospital and has a bed-base count of more than 500. The campus, which incorporates the Illawarra Regional Cancer Care Centre, provides a comprehensive range of inpatient, outpatient and community-based services.

Wollongong is located an hour's drive south of Sydney on a narrow coastal strip bordered by the Royal National Park to the north, Lake Illawarra to the south, the Tasman Sea to the east and the Illawarra Escarpment to the west. Learn more about the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Wollongong here.

Benefits Of Working With ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include :

Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home payNovated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their familiesDiscounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more informationCareer progression, professional development and secondment opportunitiesTESL $39,600 and 25 calendar days per year

Requirements

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions / selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements :

Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A.Working With Children Check (WWCC)Current AHPRA Registration and Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (FACEM)Valid NSW Drivers Licence

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.Follow us on social media : Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.For role-related queries or help applying, contact Dr Simon Binks at

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