Junior Medical Officer - Internal Medicine

Why This Role Matters
Junior Medical Officers in Internal Medicine play a key role in managing inpatient admissions, supporting acute medical care, and ensuring continuity of treatment plans. In regional and metropolitan NSW hospitals, JMOs are critical to maintaining patient flow, clinical safety, and multidisciplinary coordination.

Job Description
An Eastern NSW hospital is seeking a Junior Medical Officer in Internal Medicine for locum coverage from 13 April 2026 to 17 April 2026. The role involves mid-shift coverage (3:00 PM to 12:00 AM) and provides accommodation and travel support.

Key Features of the Role:
• Location: Eastern NSW
• Role: Junior Medical Officer – Internal/General Medicine
• Dates: 13 April 2026 – 17 April 2026
• Shift Timing: 15:00 – 00:00 (Mid shifts)
• Rate: $160 per hour
• Accommodation and travel provided
• Locum opportunity

Responsibilities
• Manage inpatient Internal Medicine cases
• Perform clinical assessments and treatment planning
• Participate in ward rounds and multidisciplinary meetings
• Respond to clinical escalations during shift hours
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Ensure safe handover at shift completion

Required Qualifications
• Current AHPRA registration
• Right to Work in Australia
• Experience in Internal Medicine or General Medicine settings

Educational Requirements:
• MBBS or equivalent qualification

Experience and Skills:
• Previous hospital-based Internal Medicine experience
• Strong clinical reasoning and patient management skills
• Ability to work independently during mid shifts
• Effective communication within hospital teams
• Competence in managing acute and chronic medical conditions

Age Eligibility:
As per AHPRA registration eligibility

Salary Insights
• $160 per hour
• Travel and accommodation included
• Rates as per locum contract agreement

Company Overview
Skilled Medical is a leading international medical recruitment agency supplying qualified healthcare professionals across Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. The company supports communities by placing doctors where they are most needed while assisting medical professionals in advancing their careers.

FAQs

Are accommodation and travel provided?
Yes, both are included for this locum placement.

What are the shift timings?
Mid shifts from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM.

Is AHPRA registration mandatory?
Yes, current AHPRA registration is required.

Is this a permanent role?
No, this is a short-term locum assignment.

How do I apply?
Register with Skilled Medical or call 1300 900 100 to discuss the role.

Application Tips
• Confirm availability for all listed dates
• Highlight recent Internal Medicine experience
• Ensure AHPRA registration details are included in CV
• Mention right-to-work status in Australia
• Contact Skilled Medical early due to limited locum duration