Cardiology on the South Coast - be part of something new!
Visiting Medical Officer or Staff Specialist – Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital | Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital (SMH) | REQ: 666971 and REQ: 666946 | Applications close: 24 June 2026
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
The primary responsibility for the position is the provision of cardiac services at Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital and may be varied as agreed with the Director of Medical Services and as approved via the Medical and Dental Appointments Advisory Committee (MDAAC) to other facilitates in ISLHD.
The Cardiologist will provide expert medical assessment and management of patients in the cardiac service within the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.
The Cardiologist is responsible for the provision of specialist cardiac services to emergency patients, inpatients and outpatients at the relevant Hospital.
The Cardiologist will ensure provision of high quality cardiac services to all patients within the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.
The Cardiologist will proactively:
- Support the development of cardiac services
- Support and facilitate a culture of learning and best practice
- Support and develop cardiac research within the department
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
Shoalhaven Memorial Hospital is the main referral hospital for the Shoalhaven region, providing emergency care, medical, surgical and orthopaedic services. The hospital has an Intensive Care Unit focusing on high dependency and coronary patients, Children’s Ward and Maternity Unit, as well as a purpose-built regional Cancer Care Centre.
The hospital is currently undergoing a significant $440M redevelopment that will redefine how healthcare is delivered within the Region. Once complete in mid-2026, the new seven-storey Acute Services Building and refurbishments on the current hospital site will bring a focus on career development. allowing you to grow your career, acquire new skills and advance professionally as the hospital continues to develop. There has never been a better time to join the progressive and expanding team in the Shoalhaven providing the highest standard of care to the Shoalhaven community.
To about the redevelopment, visit our website or watch the flythrough of the new hospital here.
There are many benefits of living and working in the Shoalhaven. The region is home to some of Australia’s most beautiful beaches, waterways and National Parks - with Jervis Bay and Kangaroo Valley only a short, 20-minute drive away – and is also host to many annual food and arts festivals and events.
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:
- Training, Education and Study Leave (TESL) - up to $40,400 and 25 calendar days – Staff Specialist Only
- Up to 5 weeks annual leave – Staff Specialist Only
- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay – Staff Specialist Only
- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees) – Staff Specialist Only
- 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 families
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role
- Current AHPRA Registration and Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP)
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- 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.
Enquiries about this position from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Candidates interested in this position must make their own enquiries and submit their own application.
An eligibility list may be created for future Temporary/Permanent Full-Time and Part-Time positions across the district.
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.
- Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.
- Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.
- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Dr Astin Lee at [email protected]
- For application related queries contact Rebecca Calogreedy at [email protected]
ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.
Applications Close: 24 June 2026
