Locum at Cessnock Hospital, NSW
About Cessnock Hospital
At Cessnock Hospital, you’ll be part of a dynamic regional facility where every day brings new challenges and opportunities.
With a mix of emergency, surgical, and inpatient care, you’ll manage a diverse caseload alongside experienced GP VMOs and a supportive nursing team. Strong community ties and a collaborative work environment mean you’ll have the independence to make critical decisions, while expert backup is always within reach.
Key facts about Cessnock Hospital
Hours and On-call
- 0800 - 1800
- Handover at 1700
- No on call
Location:
Cessnock Hospital, HNE, NSW
Payment Frequency:
- V-Money
Orientation
Once you're booked, you’ll receive your network login, mandatory training access (My Health Learning), and welcome info. For urgent starts, the locum team will fast-track enrolment for CAP and MedChart training. |

Why work at Cessnock Hospital
Cessnock Hospital offers a rewarding experience in the heart of the Lower Hunter Region.
With a well-supported emergency department staffed by experienced GP VMOs, you'll work alongside a tight-knit team that values collaboration and mentorship. The mix of fast-track cases, admissions, and transfers ensures diverse learning opportunities, while strong senior support allows for both independence and professional growth.
Locums are welcomed into a stable, low-ego work environment, and the hospital plays a crucial role in providing essential healthcare to the local community.
The facilities and services at Cessnock Hospital
- 63 bed Hospital
- Emergency services (24/7)
- General medicine
- General surgery
- Orthopaedics
- Urology
- Gynaecology & postnatal care
- Allied health services
- Imaging


Complexities, inpatients, and ED presentations
Cessnock Hospital’s emergency department sees a broad mix of presentations, with most cases being fast-track discharges, while others require admission or transfer.
Patients range across all ages and complexities, from minor injuries to acute medical conditions requiring escalation. The ED operates with experienced GP VMOs and SRMOs, ensuring close supervision and a strong support network. Inpatient care spans general medicine, surgery, orthopaedics, gynaecology, and postnatal services, allowing a diverse caseload that enhances clinical experience.
With streamlined admission processes and a collaborative team, doctors can navigate both high-volume emergency cases and ongoing ward management with confidence
Hospital team and culture:
Cessnock Hospital fosters a close-knit, collaborative environment where GP VMOs, SRMOs, and nursing staff work seamlessly together to provide high-quality care. With a strong emphasis on mentorship and teamwork, locums are quickly welcomed into a supportive and well-structured system.
Mental health support:
Access to both EAP and DNA's partnership with MyMirror
Impact on local community:
Cessnock locals are warm and welcoming, with strong community ties shaped by generations of farming, winemaking, and small-town life. The town has a relaxed, friendly vibe, making it easy to feel at home.
Accommodation details:
A private property is provided
Things to see & do in Cessnock:
Cessnock is the gateway to the Hunter Valley, offering world-class wineries, scenic bushwalks, and rich cultural experiences.
Explore boutique vineyards, visit the Hunter Valley Zoo, or take in breathtaking views along the Great North Walk. Whether you're indulging in gourmet food, spotting wildlife, or enjoying a hot air balloon ride over rolling vineyards, Cessnock is packed with adventure and relaxation.
DNA Healthcare success stories
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Beverley is the best agent for me – she responds efficiently, goes above and beyond in finding me the most suitable shifts, checks up on me to make sure I’m okay almost daily and you can tell she genuinely wants the best for you. Thank you so much, Beverley, for making everything so smooth for me!
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Having been away from hospital practice for 2 years, I was a little nervous stepping back into acute medicine. The team were very understanding and supportive and found a well-paid locum job in a very welcoming team in a Regional Hospital. There was always good communication, arranging all the paperwork and constantly checking in to see how the job was going, and the accounts team were very happy to work with my requests to enable sacrifice of pay to increase Super contribution.
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