Paediatrician

JPS Executive Search & Selection Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

JPS Executive Search & Selection Pty Ltd is recruiting a Consultant Paediatrician for a regional Victorian service delivering comprehensive care across hospital and community settings. You will provide specialist paediatric care within a large multidisciplinary team, covering acute, emergency, inpatient and outpatient services, alongside outreach programs.

This role offers a well-rounded clinical scope with continuity of care across the region and opportunities to contribute to outreach services

Qualifications

• FRACP or equivalent is required.
• Registration with the Medical Board of Australia or eligibility is required.
• Senior experience in general paediatrics with hospital and community practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist paediatric care within a multidisciplinary team.
• Cover acute, emergency, inpatient and outpatient services.
• Support outreach programs and community paediatric clinics.
• Contribute to regional paediatric outreach services.

Skills

Neonatal resuscitation

Neonatology

Senior-level paediatrics

Hospital and community experience

Education

FRACP or equivalent

Registered or eligible with Medical Board of Australia

Job description

Consultant Paediatrician | Regional Victoria | Community-Focused Practice

• Broad paediatric scope across inpatient, outpatient and community care
• Established multidisciplinary team with strong referral pathways
• Mix of hospital-based and outreach work
• Supportive regional service with consistent paediatric demand
• Lifestyle location with access to coast and national parks

The Opportunity

An opportunity is available for a Consultant Paediatrician to join a well-established regional service delivering comprehensive care across both hospital and community settings. You will provide specialist paediatric care within a large multidisciplinary team, covering acute, emergency, inpatient and outpatient services, alongside community and outreach programs. This role offers a well-rounded clinical scope with continuity of care across the region.

There is also the opportunity to contribute to outreach services, supporting surrounding communities and expanding clinical exposure beyond the base hospital.

The Facility

This regional hospital provides a broad range of acute services and maintains a strong paediatric workload. Key features include:

• Level 4 Obstetric service (from 34 weeks) with Level 3 Nursery
• 24-hour inpatient and emergency department services
• Approximately 430 births annually
• Around 650 general paediatric admissions per year
• 16,600 ED presentations annually, with approximately 25% paediatric cases
• Dedicated community paediatrics clinics operating five days per week
• Established outreach services across the region

The paediatric service is well regarded and plays a key role as a referral centre within the wider region.

The Location

Situated in the Gippsland region, this area offers a relaxed and highly liveable lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty.

Highlights include:

• Riverfront setting with easy access to beaches and national parks
• Strong local community with a welcoming, family-friendly environment
• Access to schools, cafes, and local amenities
• Outdoor lifestyle with space, convenience, and minimal commute times

This is an ideal location for those seeking a balanced lifestyle while maintaining a meaningful clinical role.

The Requirements

• Registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP), or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience in general paediatrics at a senior level
• Experience across both hospital and community-based practice
• Strong skills in neonatal resuscitation and neonatology