Medical Director

WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is seeking experienced Consultant Physicians - General Medicine to contribute to the provision of high-quality healthcare across our regional hospitals.

As a Consultant Physician – General Medicine, you will undertake direct clinical care of patients, supervise the work of Registrars and Junior Medical Officers (JMO's), and be involved in teaching junior medical staff as well as undertaking safety and quality initiatives.

Joining the Consultant Physician General Medicine pool means submitting one application to be considered for multiple positions across WA Country Health Service (WACHS) throughout its duration.

You can specify your preferred locations and availability with your application. Applications submitted via the Pool will be reviewed on a monthly basis.

Once assessed and if found suitable, our team will reach out to discuss opportunities tailored to you.

We'll support you every step of the way, from interviews or informal chats before extending formal offers.

Our goal is to simplify and streamline your entry into WACHS.

If you are not ready to start immediately, your application can be accepted and reviewed to align with your future plans.

Let us help you make a meaningful impact to our diverse communities across Western Australia.

Appointments from this pool may be made until 30/08/2027.

The state's varied landscape comprises seven distinct regions, each offering unique lifestyle advantages alongside delivering vital healthcare services.

From serene beaches and rugged outback to thriving vineyards and lush forests, our locations provide an appealing backdrop for both work and leisure.

Our major regional centres are:

• Goldfields region – Kalgoorlie Hospital: Experience the rich mining heritage and strong outback community spirit.
• Great Southern region – Albany Health Campus: Enjoy pristine beaches, dramatic cliffs, and lush forests, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts.
• Kimberley region - Broome Hospital: Revel in the rugged and captivating region renowned for its ancient landscapes, indigenous culture, and stunning coastal vistas, including the famous Cable Beach sunsets in Broome.
• South West region – Bunbury Health Campus & Busselton Health Campus: Discover a laid-back lifestyle with access to hiking diverse landscapes, sampling local wines and gourmet food, or relaxing on pristine beaches.
• Midwest region – Geraldton Health Campus: On the Batavia Coast is renowned for its rich maritime history at the Museum of Geraldton and abundant local seafood, enjoyed alongside pristine beaches like Turquoise Bay and Coral Bay.
• Pilbara - Hedland Health Campus and Karratha Health Campus: Offers a unique lifestyle including pristine beaches along the Indian Ocean, stunning gorges like Karijini National Park's deep red cliffs and waterfalls, and vibrant indigenous culture.
• Wheatbelt Region - Northam Hospital and Narrogin Hospital: With its proximity to Perth metropolitan area, many of the bordering communities of the Wheatbelt are experiencing an influx of overflow population from the outer metro areas and those in search of a 'lifestyle' change, without sacrificing access to metropolitan facilities.

If you're interested in a specific region and would like to know more, we encourage you to connect with us.

The advertised salary range is based on classifications under the WA Health System – Medical Practitioners – AMA Industrial Agreement 2022.

Classification and level are determined by factors including qualifications, experience, type of medical registration, location, and specialist assessment outcomes from the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP).

Medical Practitioners on casual contracts may be entitled to professional development allowance providing you don't hold a contract with another WA Health entity.

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:

• Generous leave entitlements - up to 4 weeks annual leave, 3 weeks professional development leave, 10 days sick leave, plus other forms of leave for compassionate or cultural reasons.
• We value and reward long service:
  • Long Service Leave - 13 weeks of leave after 10 years of service.
  • Overseas PDL - 5 weeks of additional leave after 5 years of service for overseas professional development.
  • North West Gratuity Payment – Lump sump payment after 3 years (specific locations).
• Location based allowances which may include:
  • Additional North West paid leave.
  • District Allowance - regional specific.
  • Annual travel subsidy (ALTC).
  • Air-conditioning subsidy allowance.
  • Subsidised rental accommodation or Government Housing.
• Increase your take home pay by utilising generous salary packaging benefits:
  • Up to $9,010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses.
  • Up to $2,650 on a meal entertainment card for dining experiences.
  • Access to novated leasing for a personal vehicle and associated expenses.
• Reimbursement for relocation costs for overseas or interstate applicants.
• Range of employee-sponsored work visas including PR (conditions apply).
• Professional Development opportunities.
• As a region resident, you might be entitled to capped flight pricing between Perth and the region.
• WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate.

Information for Specialist International Medical Graduates.

To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector, it is essential that you are an Australian citizen or hold permanent residency status in Australia.

We welcome applications from Specialist International Graduates (SIMGs); however, are only able to appoint those who have received an outcome determination of 'substantially comparable' due to the limitation in supervision provisions.

Those who have not applied to RACP for a Specialist Assessment will be placed on hold and not assessed until the RACP determination can be provided.

The RACP Specialist Assessment process determines whether the training and qualifications of SIMG's are comparable to those of Australian-trained specialists in General Medicine.

This assessment is crucial for ensuring that all practitioners comply with Australia standards.

Please note: In line with the requirements of the Medical Board of Australia Registration Standards: Specialist Registration, it is a breach of National Law for practitioners to use the protected 'Specialist' title if they do not hold specialist registration with AHPRA.

SIMGs who complete a supervision period with RACP as part of the specialists assessment process cannot be appointed to a consultant specialist position with WACHS until the practitioner holds specialist registration and it is reflected on the AHPRA website.

In the interim, WACHS can appoint suitable applicants as a Senior Medical Practitioner, Health Service Medical Practitioner or District Medical Officer while supporting the completion of the supervision period.

An individual assessment of a SIMG application will determine the appropriate classification to which practitioners can be appointed.

Recruitment agencies presenting medical practitioners to WACHS must be a WACHS approved supplier.

How to apply:

Applying is straightforward. When you are ready, click here MedCareersWA – Ref and include the following with your application:

• A comprehensive CV that clearly outlines your experience and skills in chronological order.
• Complete your online application form and respond to the built-in Eligibility Criteria Questions.

Applications from medical practitioners who hold Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and General Medicine trainees who are in their penultimate year of training and have completed all training requirements, are strongly encouraged.

We encourage you to contact the Medical Recruitment Team via email at . Include a brief description of the region(s) you are interested in, and we can assist in arranging a discussion with the most appropriate person within that location.

Other Conditions:

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility.

WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process.

Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).

Any offer of employment with WACHS is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position.

An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.

Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED