Classification: Executive Level 2.1
Position No: E1358
Directorate: Health and Community Services
Advertised (Gazettal date): 02 June 2026
Contact Officer: Jodi Johnson-Glading on [email protected] or (02) 5124 9289
Details: Health and Community Services Directorate (HCSD) has a temporary vacancy for the position of Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for the period of 22 June 2026 until 03 July 2026.
The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) is responsible for the provision of professional and strategic leadership for medical professions across the whole ACT health system. They act as the principal reference point for informed advice on strategic policy issues pertaining to the medical profession within the ACT. The CMO is an expert in their field and is a catalyst for leadership and continuous improvement for the professions and the role of clinicians with the complex health environment locally and nationally. As CMO for the ACT, you will provide advice and support to Ministers, the Director-General, ACT Health and Community Services executives and key stakeholders in the public and private sector across the full range of health issues confronting the communities in the ACT and surrounding regions.
As a leader within OPL, the CMO has responsibility and lead areas of common interest with clinicians across the whole region such as in integrated care, national workforce initiatives and that maximise progress towards desired health outcomes. Working with colleagues in OPL, the CMO will demonstrate interdisciplinary working with an eye on the needs of the future health system. The position is responsible for overseeing the Directorate’s Clinical Governance agenda (inclusive of quality and safety).
Eligibility/Other Requirements
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Registered or eligible for unconditional registration as a medical practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
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Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators or attainment of another medical management/leadership post-graduate qualification.
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Prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to be granted their Scope of Clinical Practice through the Medical Dental Appointments Advisory Committee (MDAAC).
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Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
Note: Selection may be based on written application and referee reports only.
Remuneration: The position attracts a remuneration package ranging from $306,932 - $316,403 depending on current superannuation arrangements of the successful applicant. This includes a cash component of $270,606.
Contract: The successful applicant will be placed on a short-term contract for the period of 22 June 2026 to 3 July 2026.
How to apply: Please submit no more than two pages addressing the capabilities within the Position Description, a current curriculum vitae and contact details of two referees via the apply now button.
Applications should be submitted .
Health and Community Services
Health and Community Services Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under ACT Health Directorate and Community Services Directorate.
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