Consultant/Specialist Obstetrics & Gynaecology - Wagga Wagga

This is a locum doctor role for a Obstetrics & Gynaecology Consultant at Wagga Wagga in NSW.

### Role Info

Department Overview & Scope

We are a Level 5 maternity service providing obstetric care from 32 weeks’ gestation onwards, alongside a general gynaecology service. The department manages a mixed workload of obstetric and gynaecological patients.

Capacity & Activity

• Approximately 1,600 deliveries per year

• 13 inpatient beds

• 6 labour rooms

• 2 triage rooms

Gynaecology patients are admitted under the surgical ward and occasionally the medical ward.

Typical Workflow / Case Mix

• Obstetric care including antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal management

• EPAS (Early Pregnancy Assessment Service) runs on weekdays during business hours

• Day Assessment Unit manages non-labouring women until 17:00; after hours, patients present to Labour Ward

• Gynaecology patients are primarily assessed via ED in conjunction with the O&G registrar

Team Structure & Support

• 4 Consultants with 24-hour on-call support

• 6–8 registrars (including 1–2 trainees and unaccredited registrars)

• 2 SRMOs and resident medical officers

• Midwifery-led unit supported by NUM and experienced nursing staff

• On-site obstetric registrar at all times

• Paediatric registrar on-site

• Anaesthetic registrar available off-site overnight (on-call)

The department is consultant-led with strong registrar and junior support.

Key Information for Locums

• Rosters are provided in advance by Medical Administration

• If rostered to Labour Ward, please attend handover at 08:00 and evening handover as scheduled

• For antenatal clinics, handover occurs at 08:30 in Hub 3, with clinics running from 09:00 to 16:30

• Assessment Unit shifts involve reviewing patients and following evidence-based management protocols

First Day / Orientation

• Please report to Labour Ward on your first day unless otherwise advised

• Orientation materials and a handover booklet are available in Labour Ward

• Medical Administration will advise where to collect access cards/keys and provide initial contacts

• SRMOs, residents, and the team are happy to assist with orientation, including showing key areas such as Theatre, ED, and outpatient clinics

Additional Support

• Senior registrars (Dr Darshana and Dr Samit) coordinate rostering and are available for support

• The team is approachable and supportive, and we aim to provide a welcoming environment for all locums

### Job Description

Flight, Solo Accommodation and hire car provided by WWBH*

On Call Requirements - Roster Available at a closer date

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