STAFF SPECIALIST GENERAL MEDICINE | RACP SUBSTANTIALLY COMPARABLE | LONG TERM CONTRACT

Specialist/Consultant/SIMG; Victoria; On-site; AUD 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary accommodation

Visa sponsorship

SIMG pathway

Long-term contract

Job summary

Specialist/Consultant/SIMG in regional Victoria seeks a Staff Specialist General Medicine to deliver high-quality medical care across inpatient, outpatient and emergency settings. FRACP or Substantially Comparable pathway with peer review requirements is recognised.

The role includes teaching, research and active participation in governance within a growing regional health service. The appointment offers visa sponsorship, temporary accommodation on arrival and a long-term contract, with on-site

Qualifications

• FRACP fellowship or Substantially Comparable outcome from the RACP is required.
• Clinical ability to work within the Staff Specialist scope in General Medicine.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients and colleagues.
• High level of motivation and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centred specialist medical services in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Manage general medical inpatients and outpatients, with ward rounds and clinics.
• Provide clinical advice and supervision to junior doctors and medical students.
• Participate in continuing medical education, governance, audits and quality improvement.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Education

FRACP fellowship or Substantially Comparable

Job description

STAFF SPECIALIST GENERAL MEDICINE | RACP SUBSTANTIALLY COMPARABLE | LONG TERM CONTRACT

This opportunity presents an exciting role for a General Physician seeking both professional challenge and lifestyle balance within one of regional Victoria’s most important and evolving healthcare services.

As a major regional referral service, the hospital provides broad exposure to complex and diverse acute and chronic medical presentations within a busy multidisciplinary environment servicing a large rural and cross-border population. With increasing demand for specialist services, continued healthcare expansion, and significant investment into regional service development, the health service is entering an important period of growth and transformation.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for doctors who hold Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP), as well as candidates deemed Substantially Comparable by the RACP who are seeking to complete peer review requirements toward Fellowship. The role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to regional healthcare delivery while working within a highly valued service that plays a critical role in supporting rural and regional communities.

FAST FACTS

• Temporary accommodation provided on arrival
• Visa sponsorship available
• Excellent opportunity for SIMGs assessed by the RACP as Substantially Comparable to complete peer review requirements
• Long term contract

THE POSITION

The Staff Specialist is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centred specialist medical services within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment. Working closely with fellow Specialists, nursing staff and allied health professionals, the role contributes to the provision of safe, efficient and evidence-based care across inpatient, outpatient and emergency settings in accordance with recognised standards of clinical practice and professional governance.

The position involves the management of general medical patients including ward rounds, outpatient and post-discharge clinics, and the assessment of patients presenting through the Emergency Department.

The Staff Specialist provides clinical advice and support to medical colleagues as required and maintains effective communication with hospital staff, general practitioners and external healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care. Accurate and comprehensive medical documentation in accordance with legal and professional standards is an essential component of the role.

The Staff Specialist also contributes to the education and supervision of junior doctors and medical students, while actively participating in continuing medical education, clinical governance, morbidity and mortality meetings, audit activities and quality improvement initiatives. Involvement in research, service development and quality assurance programs is encouraged, along with participation in relevant departmental and organisational meetings.

The role further supports the coordination and ongoing development of the medical service in collaboration with senior clinical leadership and participates in peer review and professional competency processes as required.

THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Medicine provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient medical services to a large regional catchment and surrounding rural communities. As a major regional referral and teaching service, the department manages a broad range of acute and chronic medical presentations within a busy multidisciplinary environment.

The service works closely alongside Emergency Medicine, Intensive Care, Oncology, Renal, Mental Health, Rehabilitation and Ambulatory Care services, providing strong exposure to complex general medical presentations and continuity of care across both acute and subacute settings.

Doctors within the department benefit from broad clinical variety, exposure to regional referral medicine, and the opportunity to work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team servicing a large and diverse rural catchment population. The service continues to experience significant growth and infrastructure investment in response to increasing regional healthcare demand.

THE HOSPITAL

This major regional referral and teaching hospital plays an important role in delivering healthcare services across a large and geographically diverse catchment. With more than 170 beds, the hospital functions as the primary referral centre for the region and provides exposure to a broad range of complex medical presentations within a busy multidisciplinary environment.

The hospital provides an extensive range of inpatient, outpatient, acute, subacute and community-based services including Emergency Medicine, General Medicine, Intensive Care, Surgery, Oncology, Renal Dialysis, Paediatrics, Rehabilitation, Mental Health, Maternity, Perioperative Services and Community Health programs. Comprehensive on-site support services, including Medical Imaging, Pathology, Pharmacy, Allied Health and Ambulatory Care services, support the delivery of high-quality patient-centred care across the organisation.

The Emergency Department manages substantial presentation numbers across acute medical, trauma, cardiac, surgical, paediatric and mental health presentations within a high-acuity rural referral environment. The hospital also maintains 24-hour resident medical coverage and strong links to regional specialist outreach and referral networks.

The service is currently undergoing significant strategic growth and infrastructure planning, with continued investment focused on meeting the growing healthcare demands of the region.

Recent investment has included expansion of the Intensive Care Unit from five to eight beds, upgrades to critical care and short-stay services, and development of critical care telehealth initiatives aimed at strengthening specialist access and regional clinical capability.

THE LOCATION & LIFESTYLE

This well-established regional community offers an excellent work-life balance, affordable living and a welcoming multicultural environment, making it an attractive destination for overseas-trained doctors and their families. The area is known for its warm climate, relaxed lifestyle and strong sense of community, with affordable housing, larger family homes and minimal commute times compared to metropolitan centres.

Residents enjoy access to excellent local amenities including shopping centres, childcare services, primary and secondary schools, tertiary education providers and modern healthcare facilities. The region also offers a vibrant café and dining culture, local wineries, sporting facilities, riverside walking tracks and a wide range of outdoor recreational activities and community events.

Supported by a strong and growing regional economy, the area continues to experience ongoing development while maintaining a family-friendly lifestyle and community atmosphere. Regular domestic flight connections to major Australian cities also provide convenient national and international travel access.

Whether you are beginning your Australian medical career or continuing to build on your existing experience, this appointment provides a stable foundation for ongoing clinical development. Set within a supportive, training-focused department and a welcoming regional community, it offers an ideal environment for both professional growth and family life.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Current registration with the Medical Board of Australia and hold specialist registration as a FRACP, or have received a Substantially Comparable outcome from the RACP
• Demonstrated clinical ability to work within the expected scope of a Staff Specialist in General Medicine
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients and colleagues
• High level of motivation and professionalism