Staff Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Lismore Base Hospital
Contract type
Full Time
Location
Lismore
Industry
Medical & Nursing
Contact name
Marcus Bruzzano
Contact email
Marcus@orchardtalent.com.au
Contact phone
0468 022 996
Date published
20.10.2026
The organisation
Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) cares for over 300,000 people across the Northern Rivers, a sub-tropical region of rainforest, coastline and breathtaking natural attractions stretching from Tweed Heads to Grafton. Lismore, the region’s cultural and economic capital, sits between the Gondwana rainforest and the Pacific Ocean, just 200 km south of Brisbane.
Across 12 hospitals and 21 community health centres, NNSWLHD clinicians have a direct impact on the health and wellbeing of regional communities, while staying connected to best-practice care across Australia through training networks and partnerships with local and metropolitan tertiary education providers. Major capital projects underway across several facilities reflect the district’s investment in the future of care in Northern NSW.
The opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to join a close-knit and supportive Obstetrics and Gynaecology team at Lismore Base Hospital, providing specialist care to women and families across Northern NSW. The department is a busy, well-established unit managing approximately 1,300 births each year, with obstetric care provided for babies from 32 weeks’ gestation.
Lismore Base Hospital is appointing additional Staff Specialists to strengthen its workforce and support the long-term sustainability of the service, and has maintained a positive, cohesive culture and a strong commitment to high-quality patient care.
Reporting to the Head of Department, you will:
About you
You are a Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia, including through specialist international medical graduate pathways. You bring recent clinical experience across obstetrics, antenatal care, general gynaecology and surgery, and you enjoy the breadth and variety of generalist practice.
You are a collaborative, adaptable and patient-centred clinician who thrives in a close-knit team. You value collegiality, shared decision-making and a consistent approach to clinical practice. Your communication and counselling skills allow you to balance clinical recommendations with informed patient preferences, supporting women to make decisions about their care.
You are committed to teaching, continuing education and quality improvement, and are available to participate in the on-call roster and respond on site within a reasonable time. You are willing and able to provide the full scope of services offered by the department, including termination-of-pregnancy care, which is an essential component of the position. A valid NSW Working With Children Check is required.
Why join Lismore Base Hospital?
This is an opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a meaningful contribution to women’s health across Northern NSW.
How to apply
For a confidential discussion or role related questions, please contact Rhodie Miller, Alfonso Nunez or Marcus Bruzzano of The Orchard Talent Group on (02) 9157 6222 or email NNSWLHD.O&G@orchardtalent.com.au. To apply please submit your current CV and a brief cover letter via the link.
Applications close on the 15th of November 2026.
Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) cares for over 300,000 people across the Northern Rivers, a sub-tropical region of rainforest, coastline and breathtaking natural attractions stretching from Tweed Heads to Grafton. Lismore, the region’s cultural and economic capital, sits between the Gondwana rainforest and the Pacific Ocean, just 200 km south of Brisbane.
Across 12 hospitals and 21 community health centres, NNSWLHD clinicians have a direct impact on the health and wellbeing of regional communities, while staying connected to best-practice care across Australia through training networks and partnerships with local and metropolitan tertiary education providers. Major capital projects underway across several facilities reflect the district’s investment in the future of care in Northern NSW.
The opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to join a close-knit and supportive Obstetrics and Gynaecology team at Lismore Base Hospital, providing specialist care to women and families across Northern NSW. The department is a busy, well-established unit managing approximately 1,300 births each year, with obstetric care provided for babies from 32 weeks’ gestation.
Lismore Base Hospital is appointing additional Staff Specialists to strengthen its workforce and support the long-term sustainability of the service, and has maintained a positive, cohesive culture and a strong commitment to high-quality patient care.
Reporting to the Head of Department, you will:
- Deliver safe, contemporary and evidence-based obstetric and gynaecological care
- Supervise, teach and mentor junior medical officers, registrars and other healthcare professionals
- Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement and service development
- Participate in the on-call roster and help build a sustainable specialist service
About you
You are a Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia, including through specialist international medical graduate pathways. You bring recent clinical experience across obstetrics, antenatal care, general gynaecology and surgery, and you enjoy the breadth and variety of generalist practice.
You are a collaborative, adaptable and patient-centred clinician who thrives in a close-knit team. You value collegiality, shared decision-making and a consistent approach to clinical practice. Your communication and counselling skills allow you to balance clinical recommendations with informed patient preferences, supporting women to make decisions about their care.
You are committed to teaching, continuing education and quality improvement, and are available to participate in the on-call roster and respond on site within a reasonable time. You are willing and able to provide the full scope of services offered by the department, including termination-of-pregnancy care, which is an essential component of the position. A valid NSW Working With Children Check is required.
Why join Lismore Base Hospital?
This is an opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a meaningful contribution to women’s health across Northern NSW.
- Appointment under the Staff Specialists (State) Award,
- Full-time and fractional appointments, with flexibility for individual and family circumstances,
- Broad generalist practice, with support to develop particular clinical interests,
- The opportunity to contribute to Aboriginal women’s health, including through the Aboriginal Medical Service in Casino.
- A relaxed, sub-tropical lifestyle with rainforest and ocean close to home.
- Introduction to a culturally rich city which proudly displays its artistic heritage.
How to apply
For a confidential discussion or role related questions, please contact Rhodie Miller, Alfonso Nunez or Marcus Bruzzano of The Orchard Talent Group on (02) 9157 6222 or email NNSWLHD.O&G@orchardtalent.com.au. To apply please submit your current CV and a brief cover letter via the link.
Applications close on the 15th of November 2026.
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