Geriatrician

Mediix; Darwin; Hybrid; AUD 249,000 - 304,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Flexible work options

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Regional community benefit

Job summary

Mediix partners with a prominent public hospital network in Northern Territory to appoint a Staff Specialist – General Physician / Geriatrician in Darwin. This hybrid role covers general medicine and geriatrics across two facilities, with leadership of multidisciplinary teams and a strong focus on discharge planning.

The successful FRACP specialist will drive culturally responsive care, supervise junior doctors, and contribute to patient-centred outcomes in a diverse community.

Qualifications

• Specialist registration with AHPRA is required.
• Fellowship with FRACP in General/Acute Care Medicine and Geriatric Medicine.
• Demonstrated leadership in multidisciplinary teams and excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Consultant-level inpatient care in General Medicine.
• Geriatric services across GEM ward and related units.
• Supervision of junior doctors and team leadership.
• Discharge planning and community engagement.
• Collaborate in a multicultural team environment.

Skills

Leadership in multidisciplinary teams

Strong communication

Cultural competency

Education

FRACP in General and Acute Care Medicine AND Geriatric Medicine

AHPRA Specialist Registration

Job description

Staff Specialist – General Physician / Geriatrician (Darwin Region, NT)

Permanent / 12-month Contract | Full-time or Part-time | Up to $304K + Benefits
Work in a busy, multicultural setting with a leading public healthcare provider in Northern Australia

We are recruiting on behalf of a prominent public hospital network in Northern Territory, offering a unique opportunity to work across General Medicine and Geriatrics in a collaborative and culturally rich environment.

About the Role

This hybrid position offers flexibility and the chance to contribute to both acute general medicine and geriatric care. You'll be working across two well-respected facilities, including a major tertiary hospital and a regional center that champions innovation in aged care.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex inpatient cases, with a strong focus on discharge planning and continuity of care. This role is ideally suited to a dual-qualified FRACP specialist with a passion for culturally responsive care and leadership in challenging clinical settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Consultant-level care for inpatients in a General Medical Unit
• Geriatric service across:
  • Acute Care of the Elderly ward
  • Geriatric Evaluation & Management (GEM) ward
  • Interim Care Unit
• Active involvement in junior doctor supervision and team leadership
• Champion safe, timely discharge and community engagement strategies
• Work collaboratively within a multicultural team environment

Essential Requirements

• Specialist registration with AHPRA
• Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in:
  • General and Acute Care Medicine AND
  • Geriatric Medicine
• Demonstrated leadership in multidisciplinary teams
• Strong communication and cultural competency skills

What's on Offer

• Attractive Salary Package: $248,765 - $304,012 p.a.
• Flexible Work Options: Full-time or part-time considered
• Relocation Assistance and generous leave entitlements
• Professional Development Support
• Work in a region known for its rich cultural heritage, stunning natural beauty, and community-focused care
• Make a meaningful impact in underserved and diverse communities