General Practitioner - Custodial Health

Western Health Australia; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 70.000 - 110.000; A tiempo parcial

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Descripción de la vacante

State Government of Victoria, Australia is seeking a General Practitioner to deliver comprehensive primary care at Dame Phyllis Frost Centre. The role collaborates with a multidisciplinary team from prison intake to community re-entry, focusing on trauma-informed, patient-centred care.

The successful candidate will be fellowed by RACGP, registered with AHPRA, and experienced in custodial or complex care settings, with strong communication and decision-making skills for a unique healthcare

Formación

• Fellow of RACGP or equivalent required.
• Current AHPRA registration.
• Experience in general practice or custodial health settings.

Responsabilidades

• Provide high-quality, trauma-informed primary care within a multispecialty team.
• Coordinate with Custodial Health staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Contribute to policy development, audits, and clinical reviews.
• Participate in the GP on-call roster for out-of-hours coverage.
• Undertake duties as directed by Head of Unit and Clinical Services Director.

Conocimientos

Trauma-informed care

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical decision-making

Cultural safety

Educación

Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (or equivalent)

AHPRA registration

Descripción del empleo

Occupation: Medicine, nursing and midwifery

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 7026

• Location: Dame Phyllis Frost Centre (Ravenhall)
• Employment Type: Part-Time (2-3 days/week), Ongoing (sessional)
• Salary: HN15-59 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

The role of the General Practitioner is to provide high-quality clinical care to the patients of the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre’s (DPFC) Primary Health Care Service. Working collaboratively with the Head of Unit and a multidisciplinary team of Addiction Medicine, Medical Specialists, Nursing and Allied Health professionals, the General Practitioner will ensure that the primary health care needs of patients are met from point of prison reception, during their stay, through to return to the community.

The needs of this patient cohort are complex, spanning medical, psychiatric, social and cultural needs. Bringing a patient-centred approach to care, the General Practitioner will provide exemplary primary care that is compassionate, trauma-informed and culturally sensitive, with an emphasis on comprehensive assessment and treatment planning, and the safe and effective provision of appropriate medical interventions, and proactive referral, within scope of practice.

• Provide quality, evidenced-based and trauma informed care as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Communicate and work collaboratively with other Custodial Health and Corrections Victoria staff to ensure continuity of care and cohesive clinical management.
• Actively contribute to Custodial Health’s ongoing development including policies and procedures, morbidity and mortality reviews, audits, case discussions and other development activities.
• Participate in the Custodial Health out of hours On Call Roster for GPs.
• Undertake other duties and instructions as provided by the Head of Unit or Clinical Services Director.

About you:

• Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (or equivalent).
• Current registration with AHPRA.
• Experience in general practice, custodial health, women’s health, trans and gender-diverse health, mental health or complex care settings.
• Strong commitment to trauma-informed, culturally safe and respectful care.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a unique and challenging healthcare environment.

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 4 November 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Dr Michael Wong on 0455 793 285 or [e-mail] .

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

Applications close Wednesday 4 November 2026 at 11.59pm