Hospital Medical Officer (PGY3+)

Western Health; Bacchus Marsh; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Health seeks Health Medical Officers (HMOs) for roles at its Bacchus Marsh campus, offering experience in both the Urgent Care Centre and Medical Surgical Ward. This full-time fixed-term position provides opportunities for professional development and diverse clinical exposure in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have a medical degree, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to teamwork, helping to care for a varied patient demographic while contributing to the organization's educational objectives.

Benefits

Competitive salary packages

Flexible work arrangements

Scholarships for continuous learning

Qualifications

• Qualified medical practitioner with a recognized medical degree.
• Experience in urgent care or medical surgical roles preferred.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in the Urgent Care Centre and Medical Surgical Ward.
• Engage with a diverse range of clinical presentations.
• Participate in teaching and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical Skills

Education

Medical Degree

Job description

Location: Bacchus Marsh
Employment Type: Fixed Term, Full-Time 6-18 months (Commencing August 2025)
Salary: HM13-20

About the role:
The Bacchus Marsh (BM) campus at Western Health offers a rare introduction to rural generalist experience in a location close to Melbourne. We employ a broad group of clinicians, including all allied health disciplines and pharmacy onsite, and promote a strong culture of teamwork, adopting the principle that we are all part of a large work family that respects and supports each other.

Two HMO positions are available commencing August 2025. The roles cover 2 key areas of the hospital. HMOs are expected to work in the Urgent Care Centre (UCC) and cover the Medical Surgical Ward (MSU). Rostering is only on weekdays (business hours, Monday to Friday), one role will be AM and the other PM on a rotating roster. There are noe after-hours requirements. We welcome both full-time and part time applications, and are flexible at accommodating individual personal needs. Appointments to BM will be for a minimum 6 months but there is the potential to extend to 12 or 18 months if desired.

When working on the 18-bed MSU, the successful applicants will be caring for low-acuity, low-complexity patients typically comprising:

• 1-2 UCC short-stay
• 3-4 general medical/rehabilitation
• 2 palliative care
• 1 drug and alcohol detox
• 8-10 post operative surgical inpatients (orthopaedic, ENT, urology, general surgery)

The ward role will be well supported and supervised by the admitting GPs/physicians and surgical teams including an on-site surgical registrar, ward GPs/Physicians and Urgent Care Career Medical Officer's (CMOs).

In the UCC you will experience a wide range of interesting and varied clinical presentations that are mixed (but predominantly low) acuity. You will have ample opportunity to initiate and be involved in the care of a diverse mix of patients, including children. Approximately 30% of the presentations to UCC are Paediatric. You will be well supported by Urgent Care CMO's and there is a direct phone line to Sunshine and Footscray Emergency Departments. Specialty registrars are also available for 24/7 phone consult support.

We have an active Emergency simulation program providing regular opportunities to develop clinical and management skills, and consolidate learning. There will be 5 hours/week of protected teaching time and all local specialties will participate in the education program. There are many opportunities to be involved in quality improvement, and morbidity and mortality meetings to help broaden your experience.

The Medical-Surgical Unit and Urgent Care Department Placement Experience at Bacchus Marsh can be credited towards a Rural Generalist Term (RACGP and ACRRM) or Training towards ACEM Emergency Certificate and Diploma. For a suitable candidate who is interested in doing the Diploma we could offer a 12 month position instead of 6. There are also opportunities for early exposure to your discipline of choice prior to a rural generalist advanced skill year (anaesthetics, obstetrics, emergency or palliative care). Potential candidates can express their interest in pursuing either the certificate or diploma in advance at the time of application or once they have commenced their role with us when an individual learning plan will be created in conjunction with the Director of UCC.

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs.

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include

oncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall.

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

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Closing date: 11:59pm on 8 July 2025.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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 does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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Western Health manages three acute public hospitals: Footscray Hospital, Sunshine Hospital - including the Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s - and the Williamstown Hospital. It also operates the Sunbury Day Hospital, and a Transition Care Program at Hazeldean in Williamstown. A wide range of community based services are also managed by Western Health, along with a large Drug and Alcohol Service.

Western Health provides a comprehensive, integrated range of services from its various sites; ranging from acute tertiary services in areas of emergency medicine, intensive care, medical and surgical services, through to sub-acute care and specialist ambulatory clinics.

Western Health manages three acute public hospitals: Footscray Hospital, Sunshine Hospital - including the Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s - and the Williamstown Hospital. It also operates the Sunbury Day Hospital, and a Transition Care Program at Hazeldean in Williamstown. A wide range of community based services are also managed by Western Health, along with a large Drug and Alcohol Service.

Western Health provides a comprehensive, integrated range of services from its various sites; ranging from acute tertiary services in areas of emergency medicine, intensive care, medical and surgical services, through to sub-acute care and specialist ambulatory clinics.

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