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Fixed Term, Full Time - February 2026 to January 2027
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Are you a dedicated medical professional looking for your next rewarding role? West Gippsland Healthcare Group (WGHG) is currently seeking a Hospital Medical Officer to join our passionate and supportive team based in the picturesque Gippsland region of Victoria.
In this position, you'll play a vital role in assessing and managing patients across our hospital services, working closely with Consultant Specialists in a team-focused environment. You'll provide high-quality, patient-centred care while also contributing to education, quality improvement, and continuous professional development.
This is more than just a clinical role — it's an opportunity to become part of a collaborative and committed organisation where your growth is supported, and your contribution matters.
We're looking for someone with current AHPRA registration who can work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, manage time well, communicate clearly, and bring a genuine commitment to learning and professional standards. Whether you're early in your career or looking for a meaningful change, we welcome your energy, ideas and dedication.
At WGHG, we offer a welcoming workplace culture, strong clinical leadership, and access to ongoing training and development. Plus, enjoy all the benefits of regional living — shorter commutes, a relaxed lifestyle, and a close-knit community, all just over an hour from Melbourne.
If you're ready to take the next step in your medical career and want to be part of a team that truly cares, we'd love to hear from you.
Our preferred candidate will have:
MBBS or equivalent degree with current registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Board of Australia (AHPRA) with minimum level 2 supervision.
Demonstrated appropriate level experience and skills in the medical assessment and clinical management of patients.
High level interpersonal and communication skills.
Evidence of on-going professional development to continually update personal medical knowledge and skills.
IMPORTANT:Some roles in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated annually for Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) will be required prior to commencement.
About our organisation
The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is a customer focused health organisation providing acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, residential care and community health services to 45,000 people in the rural, urban residential, agricultural and industrial areas located within the Baw Baw Shire and beyond. The administrative headquarters are located at West Gippsland Hospital in Warragul, approximately 100kms east of Melbourne.
West Gippsland Healthcare Group is an accredited provider of the Australian Medical Council, Workplace Based Assessment (WBA) Program. This program runs yearly and applications to this program are only considered once employed by West Gippsland Healthcare Group.
West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits include
Flexible working arrangements
Access to employee assistance program
Salary packaging
Free Parking
Working with us
All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a National Police Record Clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments.
Further details and how to apply
Further information is contained in the Position Description. Applications must be submitted via seek.com.au and must include a current CV and a covering letter. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees. If you have any further queries, please contactMedical Workforce on 03 5623 0791 or via email Medical.Workforce@wghg.com.au .
Applications close onThursday, 10 July 2025.
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As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.
As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.
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Your application will include the following questions:Are you currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a Hospital Medical Officer? Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Are you currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with a minimum of level 2 supervision?
West Gippsland Healthcare Group provides acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, community and aged care services, primarily in the Shire of Baw Baw, approximately 100 kms east of Melbourne.
West Gippsland Healthcare Group comprises a number of sites. They are Baw Baw Health and Community Care Centre, Community Services Centres in Warragul and Trafalgar, Cooinda Lodge Aged Care Residence, Rawson Community Health Centre, Andrews House Aged Care Residence, Warragul Linen Service and West Gippsland Hospital.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
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West Gippsland Healthcare Group provides acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, community and aged care services, primarily in the Shire of Baw Baw, approximately 100 kms east of Melbourne.
West Gippsland Healthcare Group comprises a number of sites. They are Baw Baw Health and Community Care Centre, Community Services Centres in Warragul and Trafalgar, Cooinda Lodge Aged Care Residence, Rawson Community Health Centre, Andrews House Aged Care Residence, Warragul Linen Service and West Gippsland Hospital.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
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