NSLHD - Staff Specialist/Visiting Medical Officer - Ophthalmology - Northern Beaches Hospital (Apply via eCredential)

About this role

An exciting opportunity exists for an Ophthalmologist to be part of the High Volume Surgical Hub at Northern Beaches Hospital Applications are accepted via eCredential only, to apply click here The position is available as either a Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer appointment Position Classification: Visiting Medical Officer Contract Type: Fee-for-Service Number of Positions: 2 Duration: Until 30 June 2027 Position Classification: Staff Specialist Employment Type: Temporary Part Time Hour Per Week: up to 8 Number of Positions: 2 Duration: Until 30 June 2027 Who we are: We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone. There's a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams' voices. You'll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities' lives. Where you'll be working The High-Volume Surgical Hub is a dedicated model delivering high‑volume, low‑complexity elective procedures in a standardised and efficient environment. Northern Beaches Hospital provides world-class services for both public and private patients. The hospital features 14 operating theatres, 2 cardiac catherisation laboratories, 4 procedural rooms, 488 inpatient beds, a 50-bed Emergency Department, comprehensive medical and surgical subspecialty services, critical care including intensive care, diagnostic and interventional radiology, comprehensive cancer care with a day infusion centre, outpatient services, an on-site GP medical centre, an education and interactive simulation centre, 1400 car parking spaces and established public transport links. Purpose of the Position You will provide clinical management and treatment of patients under your care in a Northern Sydney Local Health District facility or service. This care will be provided within the scope of clinical practice endorsed by the NSLHD Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee. The position will provide clinical consultation services within NSLHD and will contribute to the teaching and training of medical students, graduates and other health care professionals and to research, evaluation and quality improvement activities within NSLHD. This position is temporary with the possibility of extension based on performance, funding and need Selection Criteria * MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia. Applicants must have Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists or recognition as a specialist by the Medical Board of Australia. Applicants expecting to be awarded their fellowship within 3 months may be considered * Consistently demonstrates behaviours that reinforce the CORE Values of our organisation; Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. Demonstrates these behaviours with all stakeholders; colleagues, direct reports, as well as our patients and consumers, and those that care for them. * Sound clinical knowledge in Ophthalmology demonstrated through successful clinical practice in an environment appropriate to the requirements of the position including evidence of participation in quality assurance activities relevant to the specialty. * Demonstrated clinical, diagnostic and technical skills commensurate with functioning as an independent Ophthalmology Consultant * High level interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work within a multidisciplinary team environment. * Demonstrated participation in and commitment to undergraduate, postgraduate, interdisciplinary teaching and education, including research, quality improvement, patient safety and risk management. * Preparedness to participate in any on-call service, including on-call rosters already existing or established. Need more information? 1) The requirements of the position can be viewed via the the Position Description 2) For assistance with your application please refer to the eCredential guide 3) NSLHD uses the NSW Health Statewide Model Scopes of Clinical Practice. To view the Explanatory Document for this Specialty click here Details for the Scope of Clinical Practice specifically required for this position is provided in eCredential as part of the application process. For role related queries or questions contact Dr Yi Mien Koh on (02) 9105 5000 or email Yimien.Koh@health.nsw.gov.au This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have. Applications Close: 26 August 2026 Please Note: NSW Health does not require or accept the ‘Fit2Work badge’ offered as an option in eCredential.