Consultant Geriatrician
ME Medical Recruitment is recruiting for a full time Geriatrician.
This is a regional location two hours drive from Melbourne and is a sub-regional health service and the major provider of health and aged care services in the Wellington Shire. We are located in the City of Sale which is 215 km east of Melbourne. The City is an ideal access point for the magnificent Gippsland Lakes 90 Mile Beach and the Victorian Alps.
Consultant Geriatrician
Shape the future of Geriatric Medicine while enjoying an exceptional regional lifestyle.
Are you looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference enjoy clinical variety and achieve a better work-life balance
We are seeking a Consultant Geriatrician to join a growing team of specialist physicians. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of geriatric services in a progressive regional health service while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of living in this beautiful area.
Working across acute subacute rehabilitation and community settings youll provide expert care to an ageing population collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team and help shape innovative models of care that improve patient outcomes.
Whether youre an established Consultant or an internationally qualified specialist seeking a supportive pathway to practise in Australia wed love to hear from you.
Why Choose Central Gippsland Health
You will find more than just a jobyoull build a rewarding career in a health service that values clinical excellence collaboration and innovation.
On offer:
Competitive remuneration under the Victorian Medical Specialists Enterprise Agreement (Years 19)
Excellent salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
A diverse clinical practice across inpatient rehabilitation and community services
The opportunity to shape and grow Geriatric Medicine within a supportive regional health service
Strong multidisciplinary and physician support
Teaching and mentoring opportunities with Interns and Physician Trainees
A culture that supports professional development research and quality improvement
Modern facilities with comprehensive specialist services
Genuine work-life balance with minimal commuting and more time for what matters
Discover the Gippsland Lifestyle
Imagine finishing work and being minutes from stunning beaches lakes national parks and award-winning wineries.
Based in the vibrant regional city just over two hours from Melbourneyoull enjoy:
Affordable housing and an outstanding quality of life
Excellent schools and family-friendly communities
Easy access to Lakes 90 Mile Beach and the Victorian High Country
Outdoor activities including boating fishing hiking and cycling
The perfect balance between career opportunity and lifestyle
Regional practice offers something city hospitals often cantthe chance to know your patients influence service delivery and enjoy a truly balanced way of life.
This is a major provider of acute aged care and community health services for the Shire and surrounding regions serving a population of more than 42000 people.
Our integrated health service includes:
More than 110 acute beds
Approximately 180 residential aged care beds
Rehabilitation and community health services
A 24-hour Emergency Department
Intensive Care and Coronary Care Unit
Operating Theatres and Day Procedure Unit
Oncology and Renal Dialysis services
Home-based care and outpatient services
Our Medical Services Division includes General Medicine Geriatric Medicine Cardiology Intensive Care Emergency Medicine Respiratory and Sleep Medicine Oncology and Renal Services. As a teaching hospital affiliated with Monash Universitys School of Rural Health we are committed to education research and developing the next generation of clinicians.
The Opportunity
As Consultant Geriatrician youll provide specialist clinical leadership across Geriatric Medicine while contributing to General Medicine and supporting rehabilitation subacute and community-based services.
This is a highly rewarding role where youll work closely with fellow Physicians nursing and allied health teams to deliver comprehensive person-centred care that promotes independence healthy ageing and coordinated patient journeys.
Your work will include:
Comprehensive geriatric assessment and inpatient management
Acute and subacute ward rounds
Rehabilitation in the Home and Better at Home services
Community Hospital patient reviews
Specialist outpatient clinics
Clinical leadership within multidisciplinary teams
Teaching and supervision of junior medical staff and trainees
Quality improvement clinical governance and service development
This role offers the opportunity to influence service delivery and help shape the future direction of Geriatric Medicine at CGH.
About You
You will bring:
Current registration (or eligibility for registration) with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA)
Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in Geriatric Medicine or equivalent qualifications recognised by the RACP
Applicants assessed by the RACP as substantially or partially comparable including those suitable for Area of Need appointments are encouraged to apply
Experience in Geriatric and General Medicine within an acute hospital environment
A commitment to multidisciplinary patient-centred care
Strong communication leadership and teaching skills
A collaborative approach and passion for improving services for older Australians
What We Offer
We believe great clinicians deserve a workplace where they can thrive.
Our benefits include:
Competitive remuneration
Salary packaging
Professional development support
Employee Assistance Program
On-site parking
A welcoming collaborative culture
Opportunities to influence service development
Excellent work-life balance in one of Victorias most liveable regional communities# Consultant Geriatrician
Summary
This is a premier provider of acute aged care and community health services is actively recruiting a committed Consultant Geriatrician to enhance its specialist medical division. Situated in a vibrant regional setting approximately two hours from Melbourne this position presents a distinctive chance to influence the trajectory of geriatric medicine while enjoying an outstanding quality of life. The ideal candidate will offer expert clinical direction across various environments ranging from acute and subacute care to rehabilitation and community-based settings. This role is perfectly suited for established consultants or internationally trained specialists aiming to significantly improve patient outcomes within a supportive atmosphere that champions clinical excellence professional growth and a harmonious work-life balance.
Responsibilities
* Provide thorough geriatric assessments and manage inpatient cases with a dedicated focus on person-centered care.
* Execute acute and subacute ward rounds to guarantee superior patient management standards.
* Supervise rehabilitation programs including Home-based and Better at Home services.
* Conduct clinical evaluations for patients attending the Community Hospital.
* Lead specialized outpatient clinics designed to deliver targeted care for older adults.
* Offer clinical leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary teams.
* Mentor and supervise junior medical staff and trainees through structured teaching and supervision initiatives.
* Spearhead quality improvement projects clinical governance frameworks and service development strategies.
* Partner with general medicine and allied health professionals to ensure seamless patient care pathways.
* Contribute to the strategic planning and expansion of Geriatric Medicine services within the organization.
Requirements
* Maintain current registration or be eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA).
* Hold a Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in Geriatric Medicine or possess equivalent qualifications recognized by the RACP.
* Applicants evaluated by the RACP as substantially or partially comparable including those suitable for Area of Need appointments are encouraged to apply.
* Demonstrate relevant experience in Geriatric and General Medicine within an acute hospital environment.
* Show a strong commitment to multidisciplinary patient-focused care models.
* Exhibit excellent communication leadership and teaching capabilities.
* Maintain a collaborative professional approach with a passion for enhancing services for the aging population.
Required Skills:
Geriatrician
Required Education:
FRACP
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 700000 - 700000