2026 Ophthalmology Fellow

**Employment Type**:

- Temporary Full Time

**Hours per fortnight** - 86

**Job Category**:

- Medical - Registrar

**Req Id -** 4968

**2026 Barwon Health Ophthalmology Fellow**
- Extend your career with one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia
- Ongoing training and professional development in a supported work environment
- Lifestyle A stone throw from the Surf Coast, Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean Road
- Temporary full-time opportunity, 6-to-12-month contracts available until 31/07/2026

**Barwon Health**
- Formed in 1998, Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Health services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve over 500,000 people through the efforts of over 9,000 staff and more than 1200 volunteers.

**About the Facility - Department of Ophthalmology**
- The Ophthalmology Unit is well supported with 13 Consultants with subspecialty training in Medical and Surgical Retina, Glaucoma, Oculoplastics, Cornea, Oncology, Paediatrics and Strabismus.
- There are 2 Accredited Registrars, one unaccredited registrar and Orthoptic support.
- The Unit provides Ophthalmology services to a large mix of general hospital patients, including accepting Eye trauma/Emergencies from the whole South West region of Victoria providing exposure to a wide range of Ophthalmic conditions.
- Full-time duties include:

- At least 2 operating lists per week
- At least four OPD/Surgical clinics per week
- sub-speciality interest can be accommodated both in clinics and theatre
- supervision of junior and senior registrars
- one in 8 weeks on-call
- medical student/optometry student teaching
- Colac Area Health occasional clinical day

**About the Role - Ophthalmology Fellow**
- If you have the qualifications and aptitude along with excellent interpersonal skills and the commitment to improving patient care, this may be the role for you
- The successful applicants will also assist in general reporting and participate in the roster for after-hours, on-call and recall by the unit.

**About the culture**
- You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional, friendly and dedicated workforce who take pride in providing high-quality service. You will have support and guidance from fellow team members and management who exhibit our Barwon Health values, respect, compassion, commitment, accountability and innovation. We are all dedicated to supporting the organisation in achieving our vision of - By 2050 everyone in our community enjoys the best health and wellbeing in Victoria.

**Barwon Health staff benefits**
- Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career
- Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

**About Geelong** - Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean 'Tongue of Land'.
- Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes
- Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers
- Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
- Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes
- To learn more about the region, click here.

**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 the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards.
- Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance._
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**Contact person: Leisha Riddington**

**Or**

**Contact person**:Medical Recruitment**

**Application closing date: 11th July 2025**

**Position Description