Obstetrics & Gynaecology - Consultant - Wagga Wagga Base Hospital

Details

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

Credentials

NSW Hospital paperwork (LHD specific); NSW Health online training modules; immunisations/vaccinations; Primary Degree; Fellowship & CPD Certificate (if applicable); References; CRC; NSW WWCC; Indemnity; Medicare provider number; ID check; NSW declarations (e.g. Hep B; TB; Secondary Employment; Code of Conduct); Current AHPRA Registration