Obstetrics & Gynaecology - JMO - 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