Locum Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
Western Health is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon to join our dynamic Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Unit. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing service that is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across Melbourne’s western region.
About The Role
- Location: Multiple Western Health Sites
- Employment Type: Casual
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert clinical care to patients across Western Health’s campuses.
- Lead and supervise junior medical staff and registrars, fostering a culture of learning and excellence.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of Western Health’s strategic priorities, including service innovation, research, and education
About You
- Holds Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (FRACDS) or equivalent specialist qualifications.
- Is registered (or eligible for registration) with AHPRA.
- Demonstrates a commitment to teaching, mentoring, and continuous professional development.
- Has excellent communication and leadership skills, with a collaborative approach to patient care.
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
Why join us?
- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
- Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
- Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalized learning pathways.
- Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
- Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
- Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
- Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and workplace
- Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
- Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 31 October 2025.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Cassandra Cook on.
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📌 Locum Consultant Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
🏢 Western Health
📍 Melbourne