Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

Latrobe Regional Health; Traralgon; On-site; AUD 260,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent appointment

Relocation support

Job summary

Latrobe Regional Health (LRH) in Gippsland, Victoria, Australia invites an experienced Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist to join our Women’s & Children’s Division on a permanent appointment with relocation support.

You will provide high-quality maternity, gynaecology and reproductive health care across a diverse regional population, lead a multidisciplinary team and contribute to service development, governance, education and research. UK-trained specialists are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• MRCOG/FRANZCOG or equivalent specialist qualification.
• Eligibility for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Demonstrated senior-level experience in obstetrics and gynaecology.

Responsibilities

• Specialist obstetric care - antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal management, including high-risk pregnancies.
• Gynaecological assessment and treatment - outpatient clinics, procedural work, and elective/emergency surgery.
• Clinical leadership - supervision of junior doctors, registrars, and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Collaborative care with primary care, maternity services, paediatrics, and community partners.
• Service development - contributing to model-of-care improvements and strategic planning.
• Quality improvement and governance - participation in audit, safety initiatives, and peer review.
• Education and research within the Women's & Children's Division.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Governance

Clinical safety

Education

MRCOG/FRANZCOG or equivalent

Job description

Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist - Latrobe Regional Health, Gippsland, Australia

Permanent Appointment | Relocation Support Available

Latrobe Regional Health (LRH), the major specialist healthcare provider for the Gippsland region of Victoria, is seeking an experienced Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist to join our growing Women's & Children's Division. This is an exceptional opportunity for a UK-trained consultant seeking meaningful clinical practice, strong multidisciplinary support, and a lifestyle that balances professional fulfilment with space to breathe.

About the Role

As a Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at LRH, you will contribute to a dynamic service providing high-quality maternity, gynaecology, and reproductive health care to a diverse regional population. You will work within a collaborative team of O&G consultants, registrars, midwives, nurses, neonatologists, anaesthetists, and allied health professionals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Specialist obstetric care - antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal management, including high-risk pregnancies.
• Gynaecological assessment and treatment - outpatient clinics, procedural work, and elective/emergency surgery.
• Clinical leadership - supervision of junior doctors, registrars, and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Collaborative care with primary care, maternity services, paediatrics, and community partners.
• Service development - contributing to model-of-care improvements and strategic planning.
• Quality improvement and governance - participation in audit, safety initiatives, and peer review.
• Education and research within the Women's & Children's Division.

You will join a service committed to safe, family-centred maternity care and evidence-based gynaecological practice.

About You

You are a dedicated, compassionate clinician who values teamwork, integrity, and high-quality women's health care. You bring strong communication skills, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Essential qualifications and experience:

• MRCOG, FRANZCOG, or equivalent specialist qualification
• Eligibility for registration with the Medical Board of Australia
• Demonstrated senior-level experience in obstetrics and gynaecology
• Ability to communicate effectively and empathetically with women, families, and colleagues
• Commitment to clinical governance, safety, and quality improvement
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary maternity and gynaecology team

Why Choose LRH and Gippsland?

Gippsland offers a lifestyle that many UK clinicians describe as life-changing:

• Affordable living with space to enjoy life
• Stunning natural landscapes - beaches, lakes, mountains, and national parks
• Family-friendly communities with excellent schools
• A relaxed pace of life without compromising professional standards
• Easy access to Melbourne (approx. 2 hours) for culture, sport, and international travel

LRH is a supportive, forward-thinking health service committed to staff wellbeing, professional development, and high-quality patient care.