2027 Hospital Medical Officer (PGY2)

• Location: Fooscray Hospital 
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term (2027 clinical year)
• Salary: Classification HM11-15 (based on experience) + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

Western Health offers over 85 Hospital Medical Officer (HMO/PGY2) positions suitable for applicants who will hold General Medical Registration with AHPRA by February 2027.

Western Health offers a supported training environment where Senior Medical Staff make an effort to know you personally. Junior doctors are supported by dedicated Directors of Clinical Training and Medical Education Officers. Western Health offers a variety of rotations as a PGY2 Hospital Medical Officer, these include:

• Anaesthetics
• Addiction Medicine
• Colorectal Surgery
• Dermatology/Rheumatology
• Emergency Medicine (Adults & Paediatrics)
• GEM/Subacute
• General Surgery
• Intensive Care Medicine
• Obstetrics & Gynaecology
• Orthopaedic Surgery
• Paediatric Medicine
• Paediatric Emergency Medicine
• Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
• Psychiatry
• Rehabilitation Medicine
• Respiratory Medicine
• Thoracic Surgery
• Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
• Urology
• Vascular Surgery

Note: available rotations may be subject to change.

Once appointments are finalised, you will be provided with a set list of jobs, consisting of four rotations across the year, i.e. a rota. These rotas are approved by PMCV to meet the National Framework requirements, meaning you need to have experiences in type A (undifferentiated patients), type B (chronic illness) and C (acute care) across the year.

We have a strong focus on junior doctor education with a dedicated HMO education program, simulation training and workshops for junior doctors, hospital grand rounds and a broad range of unit-specific education sessions. The Western Centre for Health Research and Education (WCHRE) at the Sunshine Hospital campus is a purpose built teaching and research facility, including a state-of-the-art simulation centre.

Key responsibilities:

• Work under the supervision and support of the registrar or consultant to further develop general clinical and decision-making skills
• Assume responsibility for patient care in accordance with the care model of the ward/unit, ensuring that clinical procedures are performed in accordance with Western Health policy and procedure
• Ensure quality patient care via clinical assessment, admissions and development of management plans
• Participate in on-going assessment of competencies via a mid and end of term unit assessment

About you:

• A medical qualification recognised in Australia
• Current Australian medical registration
• Clinical competence as required for level of position
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Commitment to professional development

Click here for the Position Description.

About Western Health

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. 

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centered care across every life stage.

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.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges. We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• 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 personalised 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 environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about assisting in the clinical management of patients, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

Note: Western Health PGY2 positions are allocated through the PMCV Match (specific eligibility criteria apply). Applicants must apply to both PMCV and Western Health.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying. 

Closing date: 11:59pm on 21 August 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, please contact the Medical Workforce Unit via WestIsBest@wh.org.au. 

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.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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