Medical Education Officer

Hourly Rate: $33.7894 + 12% Superannuation

About us

At Western District Health Service (WDHS) we pride ourselves on our strong teamwork and our shared commitment to providing person‑centred high‑quality healthcare to the Southern Grampians community. We encourage and celebrate diversity, inclusion and accessibility for our staff and visitors to our services and we are dedicated to living our values of: Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy.

With a population of approximately 10,000 and a catchment of 16,500, Hamilton is the regional centre of Victoria's Southern Grampians region and WDHS is the largest employer in the region. WDHS provides a comprehensive range of acute inpatient services, residential aged care and primary and community health services. To find more information about WDHS you can visit https://wdhs.net/v2/about-us/ .

The Greater Hamilton region is rich with lifestyle opportunities and facilities. Working for WDHS will enable you to pursue your profession, build your career and enjoy a great work/life balance. With the Grampians National Park and stunning beaches on your doorstep in Warrnambool, Port Fairy and Portland and wineries dotted in‑between, a better lifestyle is waiting for you To find more information about the Greater Hamilton region you can visit https://wdhs.net/v2/home/careers/community-information/

Be Yourself – We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that our staff and visitors bring to our service. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.

About the role

The Medical Education Officer (MEO) plays a pivotal role in supporting the professional growth, education and well‑being of our medical workforce, including PGY1 Doctors, HMO's, Registrars, Locums, Students and Senior Medical Staff. Working closely with the Chief Medical Officer, the MEO will help shape and sustain a dynamic and supportive Medical Education Unit that fosters excellence in clinical learning and patient care.

The MEO is responsible for the planning, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of medical education programs across the health service. This includes the design and implementation of engaging orientation programs, management of the Clinical Learning Australia (CLA) online platform, and maintenance of all educational materials such as manuals, guides, and term descriptions. They will lead and support a wide range of educational initiatives including weekly teaching for interns, HMOs, registrars, students, grand rounds, and assessment and feedback processes.

About You

- Commitment to the WDHS Values of Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy and ability to exhibit behaviour which reflects our values

- Ability to work collaboratively and cohesively with colleagues, supervisors, and other stakeholders

- Professional and effective communication and liaison skills with internal and external stakeholders

- Demonstrated organisational ability including ability to prioritise, multitask and meet deadlines

- Ability to think creatively and to problem solve

- Ability to work independently with minimal direction

- Ability to effectively collaborate with team members

- A qualification and/or relevant experience in education and training

Benefits of Working with Us

- Internal training and development opportunities to support professional and personal growth.

- Salary packaging including capped expenses ($9,010), meals ($2,600), novated vehicle leasing.

- Free on‑site car parking

- Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts.

- A culture which supports staff health and wellbeing including:

- Green Bean Café on site at the Hamilton hospital

- Gym membership at corporate rates

- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Closing Date: Sunday 9th of November 2025

Proposed interview date: Thursday 13th of November 2025

The successful candidate must have or obtain a National Criminal Police Check. Depending on the role, a Working with Children Check Clearance, Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme check, and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check may also be required. All employees must comply with WDHS vaccination requirements.

Western District Health Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer that has a commitment to cultural safety, inclusion and empowerment of Indigenous, Torres Strait Islander, their families and communities and encourages them to apply. This organisation promotes the safety and wellbeing of children from culturally, linguistically diverse and aboriginal backgrounds and those with a disability.

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