Physiotherapist - Grade 1

Permanent Full-Time
An exciting opportunity exists for a Grade 1 Physiotherapist to join our dynamic and supportive Physiotherapy Team. Our team is comprised of twelve Physiotherapists and five Allied Health Assistants located in a purpose built Community Rehabilitation Centre. Physiotherapy services are supplied to the following areas:

·                     Inpatients: Surgical, Orthopaedics and General. High Dependency Unit. Paediatrics

·                     Inpatients: Medical, Neurology, Obstetrics/ Gynaecology

·                     Emergency Department

·                     Community Rehabilitation Centre, Outpatients & Hydrotherapy

·                     Rehabilitation Groups including: Cardiac Rehab, Pulmonary Rehab, Hip and Knee Rehab and the Strength and Balance Training Group

·                     Rural Allied Health Service (Domiciliary Service)

·                     Geriatric Evaluation and Management Program

A Grade 1 applying for this role would work in a rotational position. 

Our physiotherapy department encourages and supports staff attending professional development activities. The weekly professional development program includes skills sessions, in-services and journal

Our preferred candidate will hold:

·                     Degree in Physiotherapy

·                     Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) - Physiotherapy Board

·                     Membership of the Australian Physiotherapy Association or equivalent

·                     Current Victorian Driver’s Licence

·                     A high level of theoretical and practical clinical knowledge in a wide area of Physiotherapy practice

·                     Excellent communication (both verbal & written) skills

·                     The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

About the West Gippsland Healthcare Group

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. We are committed to the provision of high quality, integrated health care that meets the changing needs of individuals and our community, and have full accreditation status from the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards.

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks and a National Police History check. This position also requires a valid Working with Children Check. This organisation promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with a disability. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments. The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Further details and how to apply

Applications, including a covering letter, addressing the selection criteria, resume and three current referees are to be submitted electronically via wghg.mercury.com.au on the West Gippsland Healthcare Group website and will be accepted until 11 pm Sunday 30 September 2018. If you have any further queries, please contact Elaine Coetzee, Physiotherapy Manager on 03 5623 0640 or email elaine.coetzee@wghg.com.au 

Allied Health Assistant Grade 3

Fixed Term Full Time – 15 October 2018 – 1 March 2019

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the West Gippsland Healthcare Group in the role of Allied Health Assistant Grade 3. This position will involve the provision of slow stream rehabilitation under the direction of the multidisciplinary team for subacute patients.   This position is fixed term full time, however job share arrangements will be considered.

Our preferred candidate will have:

·       Recognised Allied Health Assistant Certificate IV or equivalent qualification.

·       Experience in the provision of individual therapy programs/treatment or group programs under

        the guidance of Allied Health Professionals

·       Current Victorian Drivers Licence

·       Experience working as part of a team

·       Experience in general administration /clerical duties

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.

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks and a National Police Record Clearance. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments. The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Further details and how to apply

A copy of the position description can be downloaded by clicking 'open' beside the Position Description file below. 

Applications, addressing the Key Selection Criteria, are to be submitted electronically via wghg.mercury.com.au on the West Gippsland Healthcare Group website and will be accepted until 11 pm Sunday 23 September 2018. If you have any further queries, they may be directed to Kerrie Armstrong Acting Manager Occupational Therapy on 03 56230642.

Social Worker - Grade 1
Allied & Community Health

Full Time

West Gippsland Healthcare Group are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join the team in an ongoing full time capacity. The successful applicant will provide services at the West Gippsland Hospital Social Work Department. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Social Work and be eligible for a membership with Australian Association of Social Workers.

The primary focus of the position will be to ensure a team approach to the psychosocial assessment, planning and implementation of the discharge care needs of the patient in the acute setting.

About the West Gippsland Healthcare Group

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. We are committed to the provision of high quality, integrated health care that meets the changing needs of individuals and our community, and have full accreditation status from the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards.

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks and a National Police History check. This role also requires a valid Working with Children check. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments. The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Further information on how to apply

A copy of the position description can be downloaded by clicking 'open' beside the Position Description file below.

Applications, addressing the Key Selection Criteria, are to be submitted electronically via wghg.mercury.com.au on the West Gippsland Healthcare Group website and will be accepted until 11 pm Sunday 23 September 2018. If you have any further queries, please contact Marja Jamieson, Social Work Manager on 03 5624 0562 or email marja.jamieson@wghg.com.au.

Senior Handyperson

Permanent Full Time

This position provides pivotal support to the core services of WGHG by providing a prompt and efficient response to the repair and/or maintenance of a range of hospital fixtures and supporting minor building projects/works and associated activities.
A post-trade qualifications or equivalent extensive experience is mandatory as the incumbent will be expected to perform work autonomously and be accountable for ensuring the completion of job orders in line with departmental service standards. 

The successful applicant will be required to participate in the Departments paid on-call roster on a one week in four basis.

If you have a courteous and professional manner and want to be part of a dedicated and good humoured team, then we would love to hear from you.

About the West Gippsland Healthcare Group

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 47,000 people in the rural, urban residential, agricultural and industrial areas located within the Baw Baw Shire and beyond. We are committed to the provision of high quality, integrated health care that meets the changing needs of individuals and our community, and have full accreditation status from the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards.

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a National Police History check and a valid Working with Children check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments. The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Further information on how to apply

A copy of the position description can be downloaded by clicking 'open' beside the Position Description file below. 

Applications, addressing the Key Selection Criteria, are to be submitted electronically via wghg.mercury.com.au on the West Gippsland Healthcare Group website and will be accepted until 11 pm Sunday 23 September 2018. Enquiries can be directed to Michael Fenn – Engineering Services Manager on 03 5623 0700 or Trav Jenkins – HR Consultant on 03 5623 0883.

Emergency Medicine Consultant

• Do you have experience working in a regional Emergency Department?
• Would you like to increase your experience in managing a wide range of presentations in a sub-regional Emergency Department?
• Are you innovative and committed to quality service delivery and patient centred care?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably experienced Emergency Medicine Consultant. Located approximately 1.5 hours east of Melbourne, our Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and comprises of 16 cubicles including 2 resus bays. We currently see over 21,000 (approximately 25% paediatric) attendances per year.

Our Consultants are staffed between 07:30-22:30, provide on call services after hours and participate in a rotating roster. Consultants are supported by a range of junior medical staff including rotational Interns and Hospital Medical Officers. Our site holds accreditation for ED registrars. We staff a Medical Registrar 24/7 and have on call support from a range of Specialists, including Physicians, Paediatricians, O&G Consultants, Surgeons and Anaesthetists.

The Emergency Department is run by a dedicated, proactive Nursing team and offers an enjoyable working environment – we pride ourselves upon having a professional and consultative team based approach to patient care.

About the West Gippsland Healthcare Group

We provide acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, community and aged care services, primarily in the Shire of Baw Baw, approximately 100km east of Melbourne. Our history dates back to 1888 when the community established a hospital to service the area between Melbourne and Sale. We have health service delivery responsibilities across a mixture of rural, urban residential and agricultural areas located within the Shire of Baw Baw, and draw clientele from the peripheral east and west of the shire, servicing a primary catchment population of approximately 47,000.

We hold full accreditation status from the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards and very strong links with Monash Medical Centre, a world renowned tertiary teaching service, less than 45 minutes away. Our administrative headquarters are located at the West Gippsland Hospital in Warragul, the largest town in the West Gippsland area.

Required skills and experience include

• Fellowship of the Australian College of Emergency Medicine (FACEM).
• Specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Significant experience in managing adult and paediatric patients and possession of resuscitation skills.

Further details and how to apply

If you have any further queries, they may be directed to Dr Gary Campain – Chief Medical Officer/Director of Emergency Medicine at medical.workforce@wghg.com.au. Applications may be submitted via the website address above.

Emergency Medicine Registrars

Flexible hours! Interesting medicine! Excellent working environment!

We currently have vacancies within our Emergency Medicine team for Registrars. The ED Registrar will be responsible for the initial assessment and management of patients attending the Emergency Department, while assisting the Consultant with floor management. These accredited positions have contract options of either 12 months in ED or 6 months in ED and 6 months in Anaesthetics, depending upon candidate preference. Candidates will be required to be enrolled in or eligible to enter the ACEM trainee program.

Our Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and comprises of 16 cubicles including 2 resus bays. Our junior medical staff (interns, HMOs and registrars) are required to participate in a 24 hour/7 days a week rotating roster and enjoy the support of rostered Consultants and Interns between 07:30-22:30. We staff a Medical Registrar 24/7 and have on call support from a range of Specialists, including Physicians, Paediatricians, O&G Consultants, Surgeons and Anaesthetists. Our hospital site is located approximately 1.5 hours east of Melbourne and is an easy drive down the Monash Freeway.

Our Registrars will have access to a wide range of learning opportunities in a supportive environment – our Consultant roster is staffed by FACEMs and highly experienced senior medical officers who are keen to teach. As we are a smaller service, you will obtain exposure to a wide range of cases that may be handled by sub-speciality departments in larger metropolitan hospitals and enjoy a friendly team environment where you can really get to know your co-workers.

The Emergency Department is run by a dedicated, proactive Nursing team and offers an enjoyable working environment – we pride ourselves upon having a professional and consultative team based approach to patient care.

About the West Gippsland Healthcare Group

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. We are committed to the provision of high quality, integrated health care that meets the changing needs of individuals and our community, and have full accreditation status from the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards.

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks and a National Police History check. This role also requires a valid Working with Children check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments. The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Further information and how to apply

Further queries regarding this role may be obtained by contacting us at medical.workforce@wghg.com.au. Applications should include a covering letter, resume and three current referees.

2019 Hospital Medical Officers - Emergency Department

Interesting medicine! Excellent working environment!

The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is looking for doctors with relevant Australian hospital experience to join their team. While candidates are required to participate in a rotating roster over a range of shifts, we are able to offer a range of employment modes and contract lengths to preferred candidates, in order to suit your lifestyle or training requirements.

In our Emergency Department, the HMO (Hospital Medical Officer) will be responsible for the initial assessment and management of patients attending the Emergency Department. Our Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and comprises of 16 cubicles including 2 resus bays. Our HMOs are required to participate in a 24 hour/7 days a week rotating roster and enjoy the support of rostered Consultants and Interns between 07:30-22:30. We staff a Medical Registrar 24/7 and have on call support from a range of Specialists, including Physicians, Paediatricians, O&G Consultants, Surgeons and Anaesthetists.

Applicants with AHPRA approved General Registration and Australian hospital experience need only apply.

We offer a friendly, team focused work environment, comprehensive orientation to the department and organisation, salary packaging, free car parking and an excellent Education program. Our hospital site is located approximately 1.5 hours east of Melbourne and is an easy drive down the Monash Freeway.

About the West Gippsland Healthcare Group

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 50,000 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.

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks and a National Police History check. This role also requires a valid Working with Children check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments. The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Further information and how to apply

Further queries regarding this role may be obtained by contacting us at medical.workforce@wghg.com.au. Applications should include a covering letter, resume and three current referees.

Medical Registrar
Unaccredited position
Current and 2019 positions

We have a vacancies within our General Medicine team for a Medical Registrar. This exciting opportunity will allow you to fully exercise and strengthen your hard-earned skills – as a smaller hospital, you will see a wide range of cases and have the chance to work closely with our Consultant Physicians, Surgical and Emergency teams.  This unaccredited role may suit either a Basic Physician Trainee or a GP Registrar looking for General Medicine experience. Please note that in order to be considered, Candidates MUST have general registration with AHPRA and experience in the Australian public health system.

Our Medical Ward is staffed by experienced general physicians. Under their direction, you will work with four other Medical Registrars and four Medical Interns. Our roster is set up for 24/7 Medical Registrar coverage, so shifts rotate through a mix of days, afternoon and nights with no on-call requirements.

Comprising of 26 medical and 4 high dependency beds, the Medical Ward is run by a dedicated, proactive Nursing team and is well supported by an expert team of Allied Health professionals. We offer a friendly, team focused work environment, comprehensive orientation to the department and organisation, salary packaging, free car parking and an excellent Education program. Our hospital site is located approximately 1.5 hours east of Melbourne and is an easy drive down the Monash Freeway.

About the West Gippsland Healthcare Group

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 47,000 people in the rural, urban residential, agricultural and industrial areas located within the Baw Baw Shire and beyond. We are committed to the provision of high quality, integrated health care that meets the changing needs of individuals and our community, and have full accreditation status from the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards.

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks and a National Police History check. This role also requires a valid Working with Children check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments. The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Further information

Further queries regarding this role may be directed to medical.workforce@wghg.com.au.

Nurse Unit Manager, District Nursing Services

Permanent Full-time

Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2016-2020

The District Nursing Unit Manager is recognised as a key management/leadership position within the health care organisation and is central to the fulfillment of the hospital’s mission and vision.  As a leader of the nursing profession, the District Nurse Unit Manager sets expectations, develops, plans and manages processes to assess, improve and maintain the profession’s management, clinical, educational and support activities.

The following experience/qualifications would be also considered advantageous:

·       Registered Nurse

·       Minimum 5 years post graduate experience

·       Previous Associate Nurse Unit Manager or equivalent experience

·       A thorough understanding and respect for confidentiality requirements

·       Responsible and mature work attitude

Desirable:

·       Currently working towards or intent to commence an appropriate management qualification or under undertaking relevant management course

·       Previous experience within a hospital or health care environment

About our organisation

The West Gippsland Healthcare Group (WGHG) is a sub-regional public hospital providing 102 Hospital and 110 Aged Care beds. WGHG provide acute medical and surgical, paediatric, obstetrics & gynaecology, emergency, aged care and community services, primarily in the Shire of Baw Baw, approximately 100 kms east of Melbourne and are committed to the provision of patient focussed, culturally responsive care.

The WGHG comprises a number of sites; they are the Baw Baw Health and Community Care Centre in Drouin, Community Services Centres in Warragul and Trafalgar, Rawson Community Health Centre, Cooinda Lodge Aged Care Residence, Andrews House Aged Care Residence, Warragul Linen Service and West Gippsland Hospital.

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks and a National Police Record Clearance. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments. The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Further details and how to apply

A copy of the position description can be downloaded by clicking 'open' beside the Position Description file below. 

Applications, addressing the Key Selection Criteria, are to be submitted electronically via wghg.mercury.com.au on the West Gippsland Healthcare Group website and will be accepted until 11 pm Sunday 23 September 2018.

If you have any further queries, they may be directed to Bernie McKenna, Acting Director of Clinical Operations on 03 5623 0616.

Manager – Cooinda Lodge

Full time

Nurses & Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2016-2020   

This position is to provide key management/leadership position within the aged care facility of Cooinda Lodge and is central to the fulfilment of the West Gippsland Healthcare Group’s mission and vision.  As a leader of the aged care profession, the Manager sets expectations, enrols, develops, plans and manages processes to assess, improve and maintain care management, clinical, educational and support activities. The challenge is to ensure systems and processes are responsive to the varying needs of residents, their representatives, staff and stakeholders and the changing environment of the industry.

The Manager will be a professional role model providing leadership which is collaborative, consultative, innovative and responsible in its style. In addition, the Manager will coordinate services to ensure that a high standard of care within a reasonable resource allocation is provided in collaboration with carers at all times, allowing for support for constructive interventions in care on a needs basis. 

Our preferred candidate will have:

·       Demonstrated experience in a leadership role, with relevant qualifications in leadership & management or working towards

·       Sound knowledge and experience of contemporary practices in aged care, including an understanding of aged care financial requirements

·       Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with staff, residents, resident’s representatives and other health professionals

·       Excellent written communication skills

·       Understanding of quality systems with a strong focus on performance improvement and change management skills

·       Sound computer skills in Microsoft Office, particularly in Word and Excel

·       Ability to develop a cooperative team approach to the delivery of services

The following experience/qualifications would be also considered advantageous:

·       Post Graduate qualifications in Management/Leadership and/or Gerontics

·       An understanding of aged care funding arrangements

About our organisation

The West Gippsland Healthcare Group (WGHG) is a sub-regional provider of health services located in the Shire of Baw Baw, located approximately 100km east of Melbourne.  Services include the Community Services Centres in Warragul and Trafalgar, the Rawson Community Health Centre, Cooinda Lodge Aged Care Residence (60 beds co-located with the hospital), Andrews House Aged Care Residence (51 beds in Trafalgar), Warragul Linen Service and the West Gippsland Hospital.  The Hospital has 102 beds and provides a broad range of services including acute medical and surgical, paediatric, obstetrics & gynaecology, emergency, aged care and community services. The primary catchment area is the Shire of Baw Baw, although patients also present from other Local Government Areas in Gippsland and outer Melbourne.

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks and a National Police Record Clearance. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments. The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Further details and how to apply

A copy of the position description can be downloaded by clicking 'open' beside the Position Description file below. 

Applications, addressing the Key Selection Criteria, are to be submitted electronically via wghg.mercury.com.au on the West Gippsland Healthcare Group website and will be accepted until 11 pm Sunday 30 September 2018.

If you have any further queries, they may be directed to Bernie McKenna, Acting Director of Clinical Operations on 03 5623 0616.

Registered Nurses / Midwives (incl. IRON Graduates)

A range of permanent hours available

We currently have ongoing hours available in our organisation for suitably qualified Nurses/Midwives across various departments.  We offer a friendly, team focused work environment, comprehensive orientation to the department and organisation, in house salary packaging and free car parking. We have a learning culture that encourages ongoing education and offer generous study leave, support and assistance from our Ward based Educators. 

Overseas trained nurses/midwives who have successfully completed the IRON course are encouraged to apply.  WGHG is also supportive of return to practice in partnership with APHRA. 

REQUIREMENTS

• Recent experience clinical experience in an acute unit.
• Current registration with AHPRA
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Well-developed communication, interpersonal, negotiation and problem solving skills.
• Commitment to oversee the processes required for a quality service with a patient centred focus.
• Flexibility and the ability to work all shifts
• A commitment to a team approach to care delivery.
• Police Check and current Working with Children Check (can be organised through WGHG)

Candidates with the following would be highly regarded:

• Recent critical care experience (HDU, CCU, ICU or ED)
• Recent midwifery / neonatal experience

Working with us

To be eligible to apply, you must have an established right to work in Australia – inclusive of relevant skilled/working Visas.

Please note, West Gippsland Healthcare Group are not offering sponsorship for these positions.

All appointments are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a National Police History check and a valid Working with Children check.

A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments.

West Gippsland Healthcare Group is an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation.

Further information and how to apply

Applications are to be lodged online, including an up-to-date CV and covering letter.

Queries regarding our roles can be directed to Daniel Scholtes (Operations Manager: Women, Children & Surgical Services) via email - daniel.scholtes@wghg.com.au.

Hospital Medical Officers

Emergency Department

Flexible hours! Interesting medicine! Excellent working environment!

The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is looking for doctors with relevant Australian hospital experience to join their Emergency Department team. The HMO (Hospital Medical Officer) will be responsible for the initial assessment and management of patients attending the Emergency Department. Applications from GPs with ED experience are welcomed. Applicants with AHPRA approved General Registration and Australian hospital experience need only apply.

Our Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and comprises of 16 cubicles including 2 resus bays. Our HMOs are required to participate in a 24 hour/7 days a week rotating roster and enjoy the support of rostered Consultants and Interns between 07:30-22:30. We staff a Medical Registrar 24/7 and have on call support from a range of Specialists, including Physicians, Paediatricians, O&G Consultants, Surgeons and Anaesthetists.

The Emergency Department is run by a dedicated, proactive Nursing team and offers an enjoyable working environment – we pride ourselves upon having a professional and consultative team based approach to patient care.

We offer a friendly, team focused work environment, comprehensive orientation to the department and organisation, salary packaging, free car parking and an excellent Education program. Our hospital site is located approximately 1.5 hours east of Melbourne and is an easy drive down the Monash Freeway.

About the West Gippsland Healthcare Group

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. We are committed to the provision of high quality, integrated health care that meets the changing needs of individuals and our community, and have full accreditation status from the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards.

Working with us

All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks and a National Police History check. This role also requires a valid Working with Children check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments. The West Gippsland Healthcare Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Further information and how to apply

Further queries regarding this role may be obtained by contacting us at medical.workforce@wghg.com.au. Applications should include a covering letter and resume.