We are seeking a Consultant/Specialist General Surgeon to join a dedicated regional team - This position is central to strengthening surgical services, ensuring high-quality, continuous care for the community. Your opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping regional surgical services.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career in a regional setting with a relaxed lifestyle and access to natural attractions like the Grampians National Park.
- ONLY 300kms to Melbourne
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for involvement in training, education, and research through our affiliation with regional medical programs.
- Attractive Salary Package: Competitive remuneration with additional regional allowances and generous relocation support – salary package up to $460,000
- Work in a supportive, multidisciplinary team environment.
- Access to professional development, salary packaging, and relocation support.
- Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities
- Salary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidays
- Staff rewards and recognition programs
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.
- Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement initiatives, and hospital-wide strategic planning.
- Perform elective and emergency general surgery.
- Conduct outpatient clinics and manage pre/post-operative care.
- Participate in the on-call roster as part of a dedicated surgical team.
- Provide clinical leadership and supervision to junior medical staff.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and strategic development
- Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) or equivalent international qualification.
- Proven experience in managing a wide range of general surgical procedures.
- Commitment to teaching, training, and mentoring junior medical staff.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated experience in elective and emergency general surgery.
- Strong clinical decision-making skills and ability to manage complex surgical cases.
- Experience in rural or regional healthcare settings.
- Competitive salary package including allowances for regional service.
- Generous relocation and accommodation support.
- Access to continuing medical education funding and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive and collegial work environment with excellent clinical support.
A major healthcare provider for the region, serving a population of over 50,000 people. The hospital offers a broad range of acute, subacute, and community-based services, including a well-equipped surgical department providing emergency and elective procedures.
Location- known for its welcoming community, affordable housing, and access to excellent schools and recreational facilities. The region offers an outstanding work-life balance with stunning landscapes, including the Grampians National Park, and numerous outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and cycling.
Please send expressions of interest to Nicki – nickiw@ccjobs.com.au or alternatively call +61 401010048.
