Consultant Physician

Central Gippsland Health (CGH) 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 of Sale is an ideal access point for the magnificent Gippsland Lakes, 90 Mile Beach and the Victorian Alps.

Consultant Physician - General Medicine with special interest

Excellent benefits, including salary packaging

• A collaborative, multidisciplinary team with opportunities for teaching, mentoring, and professional development.
• Friendly and supportive team
• Career progression opportunities, including leadership roles, involvement in service development, and subspecialty expansion.

About Us

Central Gippsland Health Service (CGHS) is the leading provider of health and residential aged care services in the Wellington Shire, serving a population of over 42,000 and offering specialist services to the East Gippsland region.

Operating across Sale, Maffra, and Heyfield, CGHS provides a range of acute, aged care, and community health services, including a 24/7 Emergency Department, oncology, dialysis, and surgical services.

Our Medical Services Division includes specialties such as ICU/CCU, cardiology, oncology, and respiratory medicine. The division is supported by experienced consultants, as well as junior medical staff, including physician trainees on rotation.

About the Role

The Consultant Physician will play a key role in providing senior medical leadership and support in General Medicine, focusing on high-quality, integrated care across both acute and community settings.

Classification: Specialist Year (1–9)
Enterprise Agreement: Medical Specialists (Victorian Public Health Sector) (AMA Victoria/ASMOF) Enterprise Agreement 2022–2026

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care:
• Provide clinical and professional leadership within the medical division, working collaboratively with other clinicians and the nurse unit managers.
• Arrange ongoing medical management in accordance with the best interests of the patient seeking advice from appropriate tertiary referral centres where indicated.
• Support the development of and participate in the on call Physician roster, including providing after hours support to the Emergency Department, Critical Care Unit and inpatient units.
• Provide ambulatory consulting services in general medicine through CGH clinics or private practice as agreed. These may include, but not limited to:
• Rapid access medical clinic
• General Medical clinics
• Diabetes and Endocrinology clinics
• Hospital In the Home Service
• Outpatient Services:
• Conduct clinics.
• Teaching & Leadership:
• Supervise and mentor junior medical staff and medical students.
• Contribute to clinical governance activities, quality improvement initiatives, and departmental meetings.
• Team Collaboration:
• Work within multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient-centred care.

About You

Mandatory Requirements:

• Registered or registrable medical qualifications with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) or equivalent qualifications suitable for an Area of Need appointment.

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Expertise in General Medicine within acute and community settings.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• A commitment to patient-centred care, teaching, and continuous improvement.
• Experience managing complex medical needs, including chronic and acute conditions.

What We Offer

• Salary Packaging: Maximize your take-home pay.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and growth.
• Supportive Work Environment: Inclusive and welcoming team culture.
• Well-being Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, staff parking, and more.

Application Process

Please include the following with your application:

• Resume and cover letter.
• A statement addressing the mandatory job requirements outlined in the position description.

Note: All appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Certificate and a Working with Children Check.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. Applications may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.

At CGHS, we are committed to fostering a welcoming, safe, and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.