HMO Surgical (PGY3+) - Feb 2027 Commencement

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• Fixed-term, full-time positions available

• Enterprise Agreement:  Doctors in Training 2022 - 2026 

• $85,201.48 - $158,878.72 + salary packaging + super 

Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the north-east of Melbourne and statewide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives. 

About the department

Austin Health HMO3 Surgical positions include a variety of general and specialty surgical rotations, as well as ICU and Night duty. HMO3s in the surgical stream can also rotate to North West Regional Hospital, Burnie, Tasmania and Mildura Base Hospital for a general surgical rotation. Those who have undertaken this year have successfully undertaken training in the following areas: SET training (Specialty and General Surgery), radiology, nuclear medicine, etc. Acceptance into a training program is not a prerequisite for a successful application to this stream; however, completing a satisfactory HMO2 year is a prerequisite. 

About the role 

An exciting opportunity currently exists for enthusiastic Medical Practitioners to join our Medical Workforce as HMO3s in our Surgical Stream in 2027. Under the guidance of registrars and senior medical staff, you will participate as required in the admission, management and safe discharge of patients in your assigned unit.

A regular day will see you:   

• Work collaboratively as a team member with senior medical staff, junior medical staff, nursing and other staff to provide efficient, safe and quality care
• Facilitate excellent communication and liaison with other staff, general practitioners and others involved in patient care
• Complete appropriate documentation in the patient’s hospital record
• Communicate clearly and simply with patients, their families and carers, the basis of diagnosis, course of disorder and proposed treatment options in a way that ensures understanding and empowers involvement in decision-making about their care
• Participate in relevant Unit quality activities, programs and rosters as requested

About you 

To be successful in this role, you’ll:

• Be registered (or able to be registered) with AHPRA 
• Be dedicated to delivering excellent patient care
• Be dedicated to teaching, training and excellent teamwork. 

Please note: You will be required to attach copies of the following to your online application:

• Cover letter
• Current Curriculum Vitae (CV) including two (2) referees
• Evidence of current COVID-19 vaccination status
• Please provide two (2) completed reference assessments – via this online form, or if you have recent written references (on PMCV non-match template or otherwise), please upload these along with your application

Our benefits 

Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including: 

• Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging, for living expenses, meals, and holiday accommodation. 
• A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program. 
• Onsite childcare at Austin Hospital, easy access via public transport and car parking options. 
• Mentoring and career development opportunities. 

Work with us! 

We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures. 

If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. What matters most is your passion, your drive and your willingness to learn and contribute. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date. 

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. Austin Health is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with Child Safe Standards. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out via the following email address: MWUSurgical@austin.org.au

Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details. 

Application closing date: Thursday 12 November 2026