Requisition ID: REQ686139
Position Classification: [Staff Specialist] [
Employment Type: Permanent / Full Time
Location: Wagga Wagga Base Hospital, Murrumbidgee Local Health District
Remuneration (Award Based):
- Staff Specialist (State) Award
FTE / Hours Per Week: 1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week
Applications Close: Sunday 27 September 2026
Director Medical Services, Wagga Wagga Base Hospital
Lead Medical Excellence. Shape Healthcare Delivery
About Us
Be part of a passionate organisation delivering exceptional care to over 240,000 people across regional NSW. Spanning 125,000+ km², Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is the region’s largest employer, with 5,000+ staff across 33 hospitals, 12 community health centres, and a range of specialist and mental health services.
At MLHD, you’ll support diverse and meaningful work, with opportunities for career growth, access to cutting-edge technology and a wide range of employee benefits and incentives.
What you'll be doing
The Director Medical Services (DMS) is a senior medical leadership position responsible for providing strategic, operational and professional leadership across medical services at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital, the largest referral hospital within Murrumbidgee Local Health District.
Working in partnership with executive, clinical and operational leaders, the DMS will lead the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centred healthcare while fostering excellence in medical workforce engagement, clinical governance, innovation and service development.
The role is responsible for supporting and developing a highly skilled medical workforce, strengthening medical engagement, leading quality and safety initiatives, and ensuring the effective management of medical services to meet the current and future healthcare needs of the community.
In accepting this position, you will uphold core NSW public sector values, including cultural diversity, equity, ethical practice, and contributing to a healthy, safe, and fair workplace.
Where you'll be working
Wagga Wagga Base Hospital is a major regional referral and teaching hospital servicing communities across the Riverina. Following a significant redevelopment, the hospital offers contemporary facilities and provides a comprehensive range of services including emergency medicine, critical care, surgery, medical specialties, maternity services, rehabilitation, cancer care and mental health services.
Located on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, Wagga Wagga is the largest inland city in New South Wales and offers an exceptional lifestyle. Residents enjoy affordable housing, excellent schools, Charles Sturt University, vibrant cultural and sporting opportunities, award-winning food and wine experiences, and easy access to Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra.
As Director Medical Services, you will have the opportunity to influence healthcare delivery at a regional referral level while enjoying the benefits of a thriving and welcoming regional community.
What We Can Offer You
Working for the Murrumbidgee Local Health District is more than a career choice - it’s an opportunity to make a real and lasting impact.
Selection Criteria
Applicants must:
- Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators (FRACMA), or other appropriate specialist recognition as provided for in the Staff Specialists (State) Award, supported by relevant postgraduate qualifications and substantial senior medical leadership experience within a large base, referral or complex health service. RACMA trainees with significant senior leadership experience and demonstrated progress towards Fellowship are encouraged to apply.
- Demonstrated executive-level experience in medical leadership and management, including medical administration, workforce planning and management, clinical governance, health service operations, medical education, organisational performance and change leadership.
- Highly developed communication, negotiation, stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of healthcare, government, professional organisations and the broader community.
- Demonstrated ability to lead clinical governance, patient safety, clinical risk management and continuous quality improvement initiatives within a complex healthcare environment.
- Proven ability to lead strategic and operational change, drive service improvement and implement innovative models of care that enhance patient outcomes and organisational performance.
Remuneration and incentives
Remuneration depends on your appointment type, award classification, and scope of practice. The figures below are indicative only and represent what may be earned under applicable NSW Health awards and local arrangements.
- Earn up to $275.85/hour (Specialist rate + practice rate), equating to $529,632 + super for eligible contracts (based on 40 hrs/week for 48 weeks).
- Or progress to Senior Specialist VMO rates, earning up to $293.75/hour, which equates to $564,000 + super (based on 40 hrs/week for 48 weeks).
Staff Specialist
- Staff Specialists receive the full entitlements of permanent NSW Health employment, including superannuation, leave benefits, salary packaging, relocation support (where applicable), and access to incentives.
- Base salaries are determined under the Staff Specialists (State) Award, with indicative ranges from approximately $270,247 to $333,491 per annum + superannuation, depending on experience and allowances (based on a 40‑hour week).
The Welcome Experience
The Welcome Experience in Murrumbidgee connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.
Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
For further information
Please refer to the Position Description for detailed role information.
For role related queries or questions contact Professor Len Bruce, Executive Director Medical Service on [email protected] or Kate Woodward, Interim General Manager, Wagga Wagga Base Hospital on [email protected]
Important Information
- A National Police Check will be conducted.
- NSW Health does not require or accept the Fit2Work badge in eCredential.
- Applications via recruitment agencies will not be accepted at this stage
MLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from all background- including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people with disability.
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