CCLHD - Radiology - Honorary Medical Officer

The Honorary Medical Officer (HMO) provides clinical support within a supervised environment to develop clinical knowledge and skills. The role contributes to safe, effective, and patient-centred care while working within defined scope of practice and supervision arrangements in accordance with NSW Health and Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) requirements. 


The Honorary Medical Officer (HMO) will practise within their level of competence and scope of practice, under an appropriate level of supervision in accordance with NSW Health and Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) policies and procedures. The HMO will have access to supervision by a designated Senior Clinician at all times. 
The HMO will be supported to undertake the following duties as directed: 
 

• Conduct patient history taking, physical assessments, and clinical examinations
• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical documentation
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings
• Liaise effectively with medical specialties and allied health disciplines
• Escalate clinical concerns in accordance with local protocols and supervision requirements

The HMO may also be required to undertake duties within the Radiology Department at Gosford Hospital. The CCLHD Radiology Department is a Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (RANZCR) Level A accredited teaching site, supporting a structured clinical learning environment. 

Other Duties The Honorary Medical Officer is required to: 
 

• Comply with all NSW Health and Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) policies, procedures, and clinical governance requirements
• Participate in department orientation, mandatory training, and ongoing education activities
• Contribute to department quality improvement, audit, and patient safety initiatives under the supervision of senior consultant, if available
• Attend and assist with clinical handover and continuity of care
• Undertake administrative and non-clinical duties associated with patient care as required
• Maintain professional standards in accordance with relevant regulatory and accreditation bodies
• Support a safe, respectful, and culturally appropriate care environment
• Perform other duties as reasonably directed by the supervising Senior Clinician or delegate