Career Medical Officers

 Employment Type -  Permanent Part Time; Permanent Full Time

Hours per fortnight - 76 

Job Category - Medical - Medical Officer

Req Id - 3903 

Career Medical Officers (PGY3+) – Urgent Care and Inpatient Services

Full time or part time, up to 38 hours a week

Are you ready to take the next step in your career, leveraging your experience within a rural health service to make a difference? Then this role is for you.

We are seeking experienced, passionate Medical Officers of various seniorities to join our team. Reporting to the Clinical Director of Medical Services (DMS) this role is responsible for providing effective day to day clinical management of both ambulatory and admitted patients/resident/clients within Colac Area Health whilst fulfilling Medical Board of Australia registration requirements.

You will be responsible for the day to day operations, ensuring high quality care is provided to patients and their families within applicable financial frameworks, budgetary constraints, quality standards and legislative requirements. This role is supported by an established nursing team which has created a positive and supportive environment.

As a Career Medical Officer, your role will cover both the Wards and Urgent care Centre, participating in daily ward rounds and working closely with Supervising GP's and Hospital Medical Officers. You will also be responsible for ensuring discharge summaries and other documentation are completed, allowing for timely discharge.

As our ideal candidate you will have at least:

• Bachelor Medicine, Bachelor Surgery equivalent of Australian/New Zealand Graduate or fully qualified AMC graduate.
• Demonstrated relevant experience (minimum 3 years) as a Medical Officer in the hospital setting, with some (minimum of 1 year) in the Australian Healthcare system.
• General registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA), with no restrictions.
• Rights to work in Australia

Benefits and Perks:

• Professional development support within Barwon Southwest region's education and health services
• Career advancement opportunities
• Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
• Relocation / Accommodation support

About Us

CAH is a unique integrated health service comprising of over 500 employees, providing Acute Care, Aged Care, Community and Allied Health Services to a catchment population of approximately Situated in the Colac Otway Shire, one of the most picturesque Victorian municipalities that provides city conveniences with a country charm.

As an organisation, we celebrate our diversity and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, age, disability, culture, language, gender identity or sexual orientation. We acknowledge Aboriginal

and Torres Strait Islanders as Australia's First Peoples and as the traditional owners and custodians of the land on which we work. We pledge to provide inclusive and non-discriminatory services.

For further information please contact Marita McIntosh – HMO Rostering officer on or email:

For further information on CAH:

Position Description

How to Apply

Please submit your application via:

Your application

• Applications to Colac Area Health must include both a cover letter and CV.
• Your cover letter should help us understand why you are applying to Colac Area Health, what your career goals are and what unique skills and experiences you must bring to our diverse workforce.
• 2 x consultant or senior referees who can comment on your clinical experience

Applications are now open and will be considered on ongoing basis

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and applicants may be contacted for an interview. Shortlisted applicants will be advised by email only if they have been successful in proceeding to interviews.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities, and identities. 

We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and welcomes applications from those who identify as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (). We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination