Sessional Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon

4 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Western Health Full time
Overview

Sessional Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon – Western Health. This role will assist with the provision of elective and emergency surgical services within Western Health. The Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon provides high quality clinical care to patients, supervises and trains Junior Medical Staff, and supports Western Health strategic priorities.

Responsibilities
  • Assume responsibility for quality patient care in accordance with the care model of the ward/unit, ensuring procedures are performed in line with Western Health policy and procedure
  • Accurately reflect the patient's treatment plan, requirements, outcomes or events within prescribed documentation to support ongoing care, communication and compliance with legal requirements
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team members to achieve patient outcomes through effective communication and participation in unit and site clinical meetings
  • Participate in clinical teaching and professional development of junior medical staff, medical students and students of other health professions
  • Lead by example in delivering and promoting high quality clinical care to all patients
About You
  • Medical qualification
  • Current Australian medical registration
  • Membership to the Australian Orthopaedic Association
  • Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Surgeons
  • Relevant clinical experience and clinical competence required for the level of position
About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a diverse and growing community of about one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs. We operate four acute public hospitals and provide hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services across various specialties.

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 continuous learning
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 healthcare research
Organisational culture and environment
  • Collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment
  • A culture that values continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare
Ready to apply

Click the "apply" button and follow the prompts. If you are currently employed at Western Health, sign in through the Employee Login via the external Careers Page or intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 8 September 2025.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Cassandra Cook via

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We follow legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe. All appointments are 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.


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