Sports Medicine Leader for High-Performance Athletes

Victorian Institute of Sport; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 220,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2XU gear to proudly represent the VIS

Friday Staff Sport

Heavily subsidised parking

Professional development opportunities

Newly renovated office with ergonomic,

Free access to gym and pool/recovery

Job summary

The Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) invites applications for the Chief Medical Officer to lead the VIS Sports Medicine service in Melbourne. You will set clinical direction, oversee medical care for VIS athletes, and work with the Director Performance Health to expand services.

Reporting to the CEO and VIS Board, this role combines clinical leadership with hands-on athlete care and governance. FTE terms negotiable with successful applicant.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent required and fully registered in Australia.
• FACSEP or equivalent credential recognised in sports medicine.
• AHPRA registration to practise medicine in Australia.
• First Aid certification current and maintained.
• 10+ years in high performance sport with leadership roles.
• Ability to educate athletes and parents to support health and performance.
• Strong knowledge of Australian and international sports systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and AMS tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead VIS proactive healthcare strategy within Sports Medicine.
• Supervise doctors and nursing staff; provide clinical guidance.
• Deliver direct medical care to VIS athletes.
• Coordinate annual athlete medical reviews.
• Develop and review medical policies and governance.
• Oversee emergency protocols and equipment; train staff.
• Manage external medical providers and services.
• Mentor specialist trainees and drive education initiatives.
• Report health and governance outcomes to CEO and Board.
• Collaborate with Directors to integrate medical services.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team mentoring

Athlete care

Stakeholder engagement

Education

MBBS or-equivalent

FACSEP or equivalent

AHPRA registration

First Aid certificate

Tools

Microsoft 365

Athlete Management Systems

Job description

The Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) invites applications for the Chief Medical Officer to lead the VIS Sports Medicine service in Melbourne. You will set clinical direction, oversee medical care for VIS athletes, and work with the Director Performance Health to expand services.

Reporting to the CEO and VIS Board, this role combines clinical leadership with hands-on athlete care and governance. FTE terms negotiable with successful applicant.