HOU - Endocrinology and Diabetes
- Location: Footscray Hospital
- Employment Type: Permanent, Part Time
- Salary: HN64
About the role
Western Health is seeking a dynamic and experienced Endocrinologist to be the Head of the Endocrinology & Diabetes Unit - one of the largest Endocrinology Departments in Melbourne.
The Head of Endocrinology & Diabetes is responsible for supporting the Clinical Services Director and Divisional Director in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, safe, and timely care. This includes overseeing clinical governance, workforce development, and service improvement, all in alignment with divisional and organisational goals. This senior leadership role is responsible for providing effective and efficient leadership, strategic direction, and oversight of operational and financial performance for the Endocrinology & Diabetes Unit.
The Head of Unit is accountable for ensuring effective management of inpatients, facilitating timely admissions, discharges, and follow-up in collaboration with key hospital departments and external partners. Leadership of outpatient services across the spectrum of endocrinology, metabolic bone disease, diabetes (including type 1, insulin pump therapy, diabetes technology, type 2, diabetes in pregnancy, diabetes foot care, and young adults) is also required. Promoting research activities across the Unit, including those of PhD students, is an essential part of the role.
In addition, the role is responsible for fostering a strong, engaged multidisciplinary team culture through sound staff management, including recruitment, supervision, performance development, and well-being support for both senior and junior medical staff. The Head of Unit will lead continuous quality improvement initiatives, ensure compliance with accreditation and safety standards, and support innovation in models of care. The head of the Unit will also oversee the expansion of the Unit to the new Melton Hospital by 2029. The Head of Unit will work to ensure standardised, equitable care for patients across all WH sites.
The position also holds responsibility for the financial performance of the unit, including budget planning, resource allocation, and identification of cost-effective practices that maintain or improve service delivery. This position will be supported by a part-time Deputy Head of Unit and an Operations Manager.
This role comprises of 0.4 non-clinical and 0.4 clinical FTE.
Key responsibilities:
- Ensure standardised, equitable care and consistent departmental processes across all sites, underpinned by a strong quality and safety culture.
- Review and optimise models of care and clinical workflows to meet patient needs and organisational priorities, with a focus on timely access and patient flow.
- Lead strategic workforce planning for senior and junior medical staff, aligned with EBA provisions and RACP training requirements, to support high-quality care and staff well-being.
- Oversee service delivery with sound financial stewardship, ensuring efficient and sustainable use of resources.
About you:
- Hold Fellowship with RACP and approved for the endocrinology scope of practice at Western Health
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Medical Specialist
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 26 September 2025.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Craig Nelson via Craig.Nelson@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.