Rural Medical Officer jobs

• Location: Bacchus Marsh, Footscray, Sunshine & Williamstown Hospitals
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term (until February 2028)
• Salary: HM11-16 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

Western Health are seeking applications from experienced medical practitioners for Hospital Medical Officer positions as part of our November intake for 2026.

Opportunities are available for appointments of up to 15 months, depending on the successful candidate’s preferences. A broad range of rotations will be available between November 2026 and February 2027.

For those continuing into the 2027 clinical year, you will be aligned with our General Practice/Community Stream and will have the opportunity to preference your rotations.

Western Health offers a supported training environment where Senior Medical Staff make an effort to know you personally. Junior doctors are also supported by dedicated Directors of Clinical Training and Medical Education Officers.

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:

• ;Hold or be eligible for medical registration with AHPRA.
• Have completed a minimum of 2 years full time medical employment post Primary Medical Degree (MBBS); and
• Have worked full-time in a hospital based medical role for at least 3 months in the past 6 months.

About Western Health

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Why join us?

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about medical education, training and compassionate patient care, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

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 15 October 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact the Junior Medical Services Recruitment Team via WestIsBest@wh.org.au.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

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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