Duty Medical Officer

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Step Into a Role That Truly Makes a Difference — in a Community That Values You
Yarrawonga Health is currently seeking a committed and capable
Medical Officer
Yarrawonga, Victoria
Full-Time (40 hours per week)
Part-time considered
Classification Based On Experience
Step Into a Role That Truly Makes a Difference — in a Community That Values You
Yarrawonga Health is currently seeking a committed and capable
Duty Medical Officer
to join our clinical team, based in
beautiful Yarrawonga, Victoria
, along the Murray River. This role is ideal for a medical practitioner seeking to provide high-quality, patient-centred care in a regional setting across our
Urgent Care Centre, Acute Ward, and Residential Aged Care Facilities
, including any secondment sites.
As the Duty Medical Officer, you will be leading a dedicated team of multidisciplinary team that's passionate about delivering exceptional healthcare to our local community. You will be a solo practitioner with robust referral pathways to larger regional health services.
About The Role
In this dynamic position, you will:
Assess and manage patients across Acute and Urgent Care emergency
Provide urgent medical assistance to residential aged care as required
Apply evidence-based clinical practice in planning and delivering treatment
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams
Contribute to continuous improvement, teaching, and safe patient care
Provide accurate and timely documentation, handovers, and discharge summaries
Undertake on-call requirements (for predominantly Triage Categories 1-3, Categories 4-5 are nursing led and assisted by VVED)
Essential
What You'll Need
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (or equivalent), recognised by the Australian Medical Council
General Registration with APHRA
Successful completion of Australian Medical Council (AMC) Part 1 and Part 2 Exams
Clinical experience of 5 years or more in general acute and/or emergency medicine.
Desirable
Fellowship with ACEM, RACGP or RACP
Experience working in a rural or regional healthcare setting
Previous clinical experience in the Australian healthcare system
Key Skills & Attributes
We're seeking a candidate who:
Demonstrates sound clinical judgment and safe prescribing practices
Communicates clearly and respectfully across disciplines
Is adaptable and compassionate, especially in acute or palliative settings
Can work collaboratively and respectfully in a team environment
Is committed to ongoing learning and reflective clinical practice
Compliance Requirements
Before commencement, candidates will need to provide or be willing to obtain:
National Police Check
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Working with Children's Check
Evidence of required vaccinations (in line with current public health directives)
Why Join Yarrawonga Health?
Competitive salary plus salary packaging, novated leasing & ADOs
Relocation and resettling support for eligible candidates
A lifestyle like no other: water sports, wine regions, snowfields, and a welcoming community all within reach
Be part of a health service that is growing, evolving, and making an impact
Your Community, Your Career
Yarrawonga Health is more than a workplace—it's a chance to make a meaningful contribution in a community that truly appreciates it. We are proud to be an
equal opportunity employer
committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve.
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted via the
Yarrawonga Health Careers Portal
and include:
A cover letter
An up-to-date CV/resume
A response to the Selection Criteria
For more information, contact:
Junyi Shi, Executive Director Medical Services on email
Applications close: 7th September 2025
Join Yarrawonga Health — where your work has purpose, and your career has room to grow.
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