General Medicine Physician
- Location: Multi-Site (Footscray and Sunshine Hospital)
- Employment Type: Part Time
- Salary: HN15-59
About the role
Western Health is seeking an enthusiastic general physician to join a growing and dynamic General Medicine Unit. You will work with a strong team providing high-quality care to complex patients, making a significant impact on the health and well-being of our diverse and growing community, and delivering high-quality training to the next generation of physicians. The General Medicine Unit is one of the largest and busiest inpatient units at Western Health. It is comprised of 11.9 FTE of SMS, 18 Advanced Trainees, and has approximately 60 basic physician trainees and interns rotating through the unit. These staff work within 10 inpatient teams across Sunshine and Footscray sites and in outpatient clinics at both sites.
You will join the ward and consult service roster at either Footscray or Sunshine Hospitals, and participate in an on-call roster and weekend ward rounds. There are opportunities to participate in perioperative ward round roster as well as General Medicine and Perioperative Clinics.
General Medicine sits within the Division of Aged, General Medicine and Subacute Services. This division delivers high-quality healthcare to patients across various acute and subacute inpatient units, including General Medicine, Acute Aged Care, Geriatric Evaluation Medicine, Rehabilitation, Transition Care, and Residential Aged Care at multiple Western Health locations. With a diverse workforce comprising 650 equivalent full-time positions and an annual operating budget of $110 million, the Division plays a crucial role in the healthcare continuum, offering acute care in emergency departments and inpatient wards through to subacute care and community support. Timely access to care is ensured through its Subacute and Non-acute Assessment and Pathways (SNAP) service, facilitating smooth transitions between care settings for individuals.
About you:
- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency as a specialist medical practitioner
- Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians
- Approved for adult general medicine scope of practice at Western Health
- Relevant clinical experience and clinical competence required for practice as a consultant physician in General and Acute Care Medicine
- Experience in the support and supervision of Junior Medical Staff
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-centred 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.
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?
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Closing date: 11:59pm on 6 October 2025.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Claire Long on 0413 338 295 or via email Claire.Long@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 does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.