Employment Type- Permanent Part Time; CasualHours per fortnight- 69.16Job Category- Medical - Medical OfficerReq Id- 6942About The Role As a Medical Practitioner at the Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precinct, you will provide high-quality medical care to young people in a secure custodial setting. Working as part of a multidisciplinary health team, you will deliver care that is holistic, coordinated and trauma-informed, supporting the complex physical, developmental and psychosocial needs of vulnerable adolescents.This role requires close collaboration with nursing, mental health, allied health and Youth Justice staff to ensure safe, respectful and culturally appropriate care that meets Department of Health and Department of Justice and Community Safety standards.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive medical assessment, treatment and ongoing care for young people at Cherry CreekWork collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated, trauma-informed and youth-focused careEnsure clinical practice meets legislative, professional, National Safety and Quality Health Service and Child Safe StandardsMaintain accurate clinical documentation and actively participate in quality improvement and education activitiesWhat We're Looking ForMedical qualification with FRACP and/or FRACGP and/or FACEM (or equivalent)Experience working with disadvantaged or vulnerable populations in paediatrics, adolescent health, emergency medicine or primary careStrong ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, complex clinical environmentWell-developed communication skills, adaptability and a compassionate, respectful approach to careAbout Cherry Creek Primary Health Service Barwon Health partners with the Department of Justice and Community Safety to deliver comprehensive healthcare services at the Cherry Creek Youth Justice Centre, a 140-bed facility accommodating males aged 15–17 years, both sentenced and on remand.Services include emergency response (supported by Barwon Health Virtual ED), primary care, integrated mental health and drug and alcohol services, allied health, general practice and specialist medical care. The service operates from a purpose-built, state-of-the-art health facility, with 24/7 on-site nursing and a 7-day primary care clinic, supported by on-site diagnostics and pharmacy.Barwon Health Staff BenefitsExcellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfactionA vibrant staff well-being program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance ProgramExtensive professional development opportunitiesAttractive salary packaging benefitsLiving expenses capped at $9,010Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650Diversity and Inclusion Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.Child Safety We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.All Appointments Are Subject ToSatisfactory Police Record CheckImmunisation Status ClearanceWorking with Children Check (if applicable)Application Closing Date 8 March 2026#J-18808-Ljbffr