Urologist

Western Health Newfoundland; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 210,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Scholarships and grants

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

The Urology Unit at Western Health is seeking an enthusiastic Urologist to join the team on a part‑time fixed term parental leave cover. The role focuses on high‑quality clinical care, supervision of junior staff, and contribution to service planning.

You will lead clinical audits, manage KPIs, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient‑centred care across Western Health’s facilities in Melbourne.

Qualifications

• Fellowship of USANZ and current medical registration.
• Experience supervising junior medical staff and contributing to training.
• Strong clinical skills with excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Ensure staff are registered, credentialed and practicing within scope.
• Lead clinical audits and document outcomes and improvement plans.
• Provide leadership and supervision to junior and senior Medical Staff.
• Contribute to service planning, budget and resource requirements.
• Monitor KPIs, outcomes and quality indicators for the unit.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

USANZ Fellowship

AHPRA registration

Job description

Role Summary

• Location: Western Health
• Employment Type: Part Time, Fixed Term Parental Leave Cover
• Salary: HN16 - 59 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role

The Urology Unit at Western Health is seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Urologist to join the team. The Urologist will be responsible for providing high‑quality clinical care to patients across Western Health, supervising and training Junior Medical Staff, and contributing to the organisation’s strategic priorities.

The Unit offers substantial opportunities for peer review, case discussion, and multidisciplinary collaboration. It is recognised for its supportive and collegiate culture, ensuring an environment that fosters professional growth, clinical excellence, and teamwork.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure medical staff are appropriately registered, credentialed and working within scope of practice.
• Ensuring clinical audits occur and that outcomes and improvement plans are documented and tracked.
• Provide consistent and appropriate leadership and supervision to unit Junior Medical Staff.
• Provide consistent and appropriate leadership, oversight and guidance to unit Senior Medical Staff.
• Conduct and document annual professional development review meetings with Senior Medical Staff.
• Participate in service planning, including business case development, target setting, workforce planning, and identifying resource requirements and service improvement priorities.
• Oversee, monitor, and respond to key performance indicators (KPIs) relevant to the unit, including clinical audit outcomes, morbidity and mortality data, access measures, and quality indicators.
• Work collaboratively with the Divisional Executive team to manage the unit’s budget and support strategic and financial planning aligned with Western Health’s strategic plan and organisational accountabilities.

About you

You are a dedicated and forward-thinking clinician who:

• Fellowship of The Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand (USANZ).
• Current Australian medical registration with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated strong clinical skills and knowledge, supported by excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. A high level of commitment to delivering safe, high‑quality patient care is essential.
• Proven experience in the supervision, teaching, and support of Junior Medical Staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team, contributing to a cohesive and patient‑centred service.

About Western Health

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest‑growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home‑based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home‑based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient‑centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Why join us?

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about compassionate care, innovation, community wellbeing we’d love to hear from you.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 23rd November 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Anna Dijak Mobile: [phone]

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work

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 is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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