Emergency Medicine SRMO role at John Hunter Hospital | Suitable for PGY3–PGY5 UK & Irish doctors | Major tertiary referral and trauma centre | Exposure to trauma, resuscitation and critical care | Strong consultant supervision and teaching | Total earnings may exceed AUD $150K–$180K+
An opportunity is available for UK and Irish-trained doctors to join the Emergency Department at John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle, New South Wales.
This role is suited to PGY3–PGY5 doctors with Emergency Medicine experience who are looking to build strong acute care exposure in a major tertiary referral and trauma centre.
John Hunter Hospital offers high-acuity clinical work, senior support, teaching, and broad Emergency Medicine experience within one of New South Wales’ busiest departments.
Job Highlights
• Emergency Medicine SRMO role at John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle
• Suitable for UK and Irish-trained doctors at PGY3–PGY5 level
• Major tertiary referral and trauma centre
• Exposure to adult, paediatric, trauma, resuscitation, and critical care presentations
• Strong consultant support and teaching culture
• Salary in line with the NSW Public Hospital Medical Officers Award
• Total earnings may exceed AUD $150,000–$180,000+ with penalties and overtime, depending on roster participation
About the Hospital
John Hunter Hospital is a major tertiary referral centre for Hunter New England Health and one of the busiest Emergency Departments in New South Wales.
Doctors working in the Emergency Department can expect exposure to:
• Major trauma
• Acute resuscitation
• Adult and paediatric emergencies
• Critical care presentations
• Complex tertiary referral medicine
• High-acuity Emergency Medicine in a supported environment
The department has a strong teaching culture with senior clinical support, making it a suitable setting for doctors aiming to develop their Emergency Medicine experience in Australia.
About the Role
As an Emergency Medicine SRMO, you will work as part of a busy Emergency Department team, managing a wide range of acute presentations under consultant-led supervision.
This role is particularly relevant for doctors building toward future training pathways in:
• Emergency Medicine
• Intensive Care
• Anaesthetics
• Acute Medicine
• Rural Generalism
Who This Role Suits
We are seeking doctors who are:
• UK or Irish medical graduates
• PGY3–PGY5 level
• Currently working at NHS CT1–CT3 level, Junior Clinical Fellow / Trust Grade level, or Irish • SHO / early Registrar level
• Experienced in Emergency Medicine, ideally with at least 1–2 years of ED experience
• Looking to further develop their acute and emergency care skills in a tertiary teaching hospital
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered, applicants should:
• Hold a primary medical degree from the UK or Ireland
• Have 3–5 years of postgraduate clinical experience
• Have recent Emergency Medicine experience
• Be eligible for registration via the Competent Authority Pathway with the Medical Board of Australia
• Have strong communication and teamwork skills
Salary and Benefits
Salary is paid in accordance with the NSW Public Hospital Medical Officers Award.
PGY Level
Approximate Base Salary
PGY3 AUD $120,000+
PGY4 AUD $130,000+
PGY5 AUD $139,000+
Additional benefits may include:
• Overtime payments
• Evening, weekend, and night shift penalties
• Superannuation contributions, currently 11.5%
• Salary packaging benefits
• CME / professional development leave
• Relocation assistance where applicable
With roster penalties and overtime, total annual earnings commonly exceed AUD $150,000–$180,000+, depending on roster participation.
About Newcastle
Newcastle offers a coastal lifestyle in New South Wales, with beaches, cafés, restaurants, nightlife, and access to the Hunter Valley wine region.
It has a lower cost of living than Sydney while still offering strong hospital networks and a well-established medical community. Sydney is accessible by short flight or approximately two hours by road.
Why Australia?
For UK and Irish doctors, Emergency Medicine roles in Australia can offer:
• Strong clinical exposure
• Consultant-led support
• Greater clinical autonomy
• Competitive earning potential
• Work-life balance
• Access to future specialty training pathways
• A different lifestyle and healthcare system experience
Important Information
This role is targeted toward early-career doctors seeking progression in Emergency Medicine.
It is particularly suited to doctors actively building toward future specialty training and looking to maximise their Emergency Medicine exposure within a high-performing tertiary department.
If you are a UK or Irish doctor looking to take the next step in your Emergency Medicine career in Australia, contact Blugibbon to discuss this role.
