HPB and General Surgeon

Peninsula Health; Frankston; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 220,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost onsite parking

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Exclusive retailer discounts

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Education & training opportunities

Job summary

Bayside Health in Victoria's Frankston area invites applications for a General Surgeon to join the Peninsula Care Group. The role supports the GS1 Upper GI service and the Acute General Surgery Unit, with regular theatre sessions, outpatient clinics, and MDT involvement.

You will participate in Morbidity and Mortality meetings, ward rounds, and departmental activities, while delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across public health sites.

Qualifications

• FRACDS (or equivalent) and CPD certification are required.
• Post-fellowship HPB surgery training is preferred.
• Eligible for specialist registration with AHPRA.
• Strong clinical knowledge aligned with evidence-based practice.
• Commitment to patient service and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Attend regular theatre sessions at GS1 and AGSU.
• Participate in outpatient clinics and MDT meetings.
• Engage in Morbidity and Mortality rounds and ward rounds.
• Contribute to departmental education and training initiatives.

Skills

FRACDS (or equivalent) and CPD

HPB Surgery training (AANZHPBA)

AHPRA specialist registration

Clinical knowledge & evidence-based

Customer service

Initiative and self-direction

Onsite parking

Job description

• Employment status and hours: 19 hours per week .50FTE


• Located in: Frankston


• Classification: HN18 - HN58

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

The Team & Role

Peninsula Care Group provides surgical services to public patients across two sites: Peninsula University Hospital and Frankston Public Surgical Centre. Peninsula University Hospital operates 10 operating theatres, including a dedicated Emergency Theatre and an Interventional Vascular Suite. Frankston Public Surgical Centre operates an additional five operating theatres, including one Endoscopy Theatre.

The successful candidate will be appointed to General Surgery Unit 1 (GS1) and the Acute General Surgery Unit (AGSU). GS1 provides specialist Upper Gastrointestinal (Upper GI) surgical services and comprises four Oesophagogastric Surgeons and three Hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) Surgeons.

The successful applicant will be allocated regular operating theatre sessions, outpatient clinics, and dedicated clinical support time. Attendance and active participation in departmental Morbidity and Mortality meetings, unit meetings, ward rounds, and multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings are expected requirements of the role.

Skills & Experience Required

• FRACDS (or equivalent) and current CPD certification


• Post-fellowship HepatoPancreatoBiliary Surgery training (AANZHPBA fellowship or equivalent)


• Eligible for specialist registration with AHPRA as a medical practitioner


• Sound clinical knowledge, skills and experience in contemporary medical and evidence-based practice


• Commitment to customer service


• Demonstrated initiative and self-direction


• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking


• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing


• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots


• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport


• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program


• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners


• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

*Please refer to Medical Specialists (Victorian Public Health Sector) (AMA Victoria/ASMOF) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2022 – 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.