REQ615748

Staff Specialist in Rehabilitation Medicine- Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital

Temporary Full Time - 12-month contract

Applications Close 21 January 2026

The Rehabilitation Unit At Tamworth Hospital Is a 22-bed Inpatient Unit And Provides Comprehensive Inpatient Rehabilitation Services To The Northern Sector Of HNELHD And Includes Vital Services Including

Transitional Living Unit for Brain InjuryNew England Brain Injury Rehabilitation service (Neuropsychology, Physiotherapy, Dietitian, Speech Pathologist, Occupational therapist, social work, Paediatric case manager, Aboriginal liaison officer)New England Spinal Cord Injury Service (Coordinator Caroline Cone)The Amputee clinics (attended by ForMotion Prosthetics and Orthotics)Outpatient clinics and the Outreach clinics for our regional towns of Moree and Narrabri.

Our team comprises two Rehab Physicians, a Registrar (we are accredited for advanced training with AFRM(RACP), supported by a Junior Medical Officer, an expert Registered Nursing team and MDT team including Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Speech Pathology, and Dietetics.

We proudly support the teaching of Medical Students and work closely with the Primary Care General Practice community.

What We're Looking For

Fellowship of the Australasian Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine, and Specialist Registration with AHPRA.

What We Can Offer You

Hunter New England Local Health District is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Hunter, England and Lower Mid North Coast. Working with HNE Health gives you access to a great range of benefits including:

Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Fitness Passport Salary Packaging Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

If you have any queries about this position, please contact:

Dr Peter Harradine FAFRM (RACP)

Director | Rehabilitation Medicine & Aged Care Service

Locked bag 9783 Tamworth NEMSC 2348

Tel 02 6767 8370 | Fax 02 6766 9343 | [email protected]

Conjoint Senior Lecturer, University of Newcastle Faculty of Medicine and Health

Application enquiries

Cheryl Hayes

Senior Manager, Medical Administration Services | Rural and Regional Health Services

Tamworth Regional Office - Bligh Street, Tamworth NSW 2340

Tel 02 6763 7416 | [email protected]

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) 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 well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases - this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive (PD2022_015). All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

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For role related queries or questions contact Cheryl Hayes on [email protected]

Applications Close 21 January 2026