ACT Health
Obstetrics and Gynaecology Senior Resident Medical Officer
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Obstetrics and Gynaecology Senior Resident Medical Officer
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Employment Details
- Position Title: Obstetrics and Gynaecology Senior Resident Medical Officer
- Employment Type: Temporary, Full-time
- Classification: Senior Resident Medical Officer
- Salary: $111,826 – $135,446 (per annum)
- Location: Canberra Hospital (Garran), North Canberra Hospital (Bruce), ACT
- Section: Woman, Youth and Children
- Closing Date: 2 August 2026
📝 Note: Applications from candidates affiliated with a recruitment agency will not be considered.
What We Offer You
- Access to city living without traffic (Why Live in Canberra)
- Competitive pay with excellent working conditions (tertiary hospital setting)
- Flexible salary packaging with full benefits through significant tax concessions
- 12.5% Superannuation
- Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates
- Relocation expense reimbursement for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval)
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This role commences in February 2027 for a period of 12 months, may extend beyond, and requires PGY3+ eligibility.
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care, spanning acute, sub-acute, primary, and community health services for the ACT and surrounding regions (More Information).
The Enterprise Agreement for medical practitioners within CHS is available here: ACTPS Medical Practitioners Enterprise Agreement 2023–2026.
Obstetrics and Gynaecology (O&G) Role Overview
The Senior Resident at North Canberra Hospital will gain broad exposure to O&G, including the subspecialties of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Urogynaecology. This tertiary referral hospital serves over 1,900 births annually.
Centenary Hospital for Women and Children is a level-six tertiary referral centre, supporting 3,700+ births and housing a busy Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The unit handles over 200 level-three admissions annually, extending its regional scope in southern NSW.
Key Responsibilities
- Inpatient and outpatient care across ward work, early pregnancy support, emergency gynaecology, and routine obstetrics.
- Participation in elective obstetric and gynaecologic surgery to enhance skill development.
- Exposure to ultrasound, suturing, and intrapartum procedures in a high-volume environment.
- Opportunity to safely undertake Caesarean sections under rapid, supportive supervision.
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This role offers a strong foundation for completing the RANZCOG Diploma, with opportunities for supervised qualification development during the contract (12-month duration).
Pre-Employment Requirements
Candidates selected for this position will be required to:
- Undertake a National Police Check.
- Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
- Access further position details here.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted via the e-recruitment system and include:
- A current résumé.
- A two-page response addressing the selection criteria under “What you require,” outlining relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
- Two referee reports—one from a current supervisor— using the referee report template.
Contact: Dr Steven Adair (Clinical Director, Obstetrics and Gynaecology), Steven.Adair@act.gov.au
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