This is a Geriatrician role with Northern Territory Government based in Darwin, NT, AU Northern Territory Government Role Seniority - senior More about the Geriatrician role at Northern Territory Government Staff Specialist Clinician SMO1.1 - SMO1.6 - Remuneration Package Range $249,959 - $305,454 Division of Medicine Darwin, Palmerston Several vacancies fixed for 2 years are available The Consultant Geriatrician provides senior clinical leadership and specialist care for older adults admitted to Palmerston Regional Hospital (PRH). The role delivers comprehensive geriatric management across multiple inpatient settings, including the Acute Care of the Elderly (ACE) ward, the Geriatric Evaluation and Management (GEM) ward, and the Interim Care Ward, all operating within an acute geriatrics service model. Key duties and responsibilities Consultant-level inpatient management of older adults admitted under Geriatric Medicine at PRH, ensuring high quality, evidence-based care across all geriatric service areas. Specialist geriatric expertise and advisory support to medical colleagues within PRH, across other specialties, and to clinicians in geographically isolated centres throughout the Northern Territory. This includes consultation in subspecialty areas such as orthogeriatric and falls management. Participation in after hours service delivery, providing routine and emergency care, as well as after hours consultancy to colleagues and junior medical staff on a rostered basis. Supervision, teaching, and mentorship of junior medical officers—including Advanced Trainees, Basic Physician Trainees, RMOs, Interns, and medical students—supporting their clinical development and professional growth. Engagement in continuous professional development, including undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, peer review, research, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical audit activities. Active contribution to departmental governance, including attendance at Geriatrics Consultant Meetings, Mortality and Morbidity reviews, and other relevant forums. Adherence to service quality, safety, and workplace policies, ensuring compliance with defined standards and fostering safe, high quality clinical environments. Promotion of a positive workplace culture through exemplary leadership, professionalism, and role modelling behaviours that support teamwork, respect, and service excellence. Essential Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) Specialist registration with Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in General and Acute Care Medicine and Geriatric Medicine. For further information about this vacancy please contact: Dr Angeline Simons, Director of Geriatrics, Royal Darwin Hospital at Angeline.Simons@nt.gov.au, or Medical Workforce Officer at recruitmentdivmedRDPH.health@nt.gov.au Quote vacancy number: 39628 Closing date: 23/04/2026 Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications. For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Northern Territory Government team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities ⚕️ Providing senior clinical leadership Supervising and mentoring junior medical officers Engaging in continuous professional development Key Strengths AHPRA Specialist registration Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) A Final Note: This is a role with Northern Territory Government not with Hatch.
