Is it time to move ‘downunder’ for a sea change and work/life balance? We are seeking a skilled, team-oriented, and enthusiastic Orthopaedic Surgeon to provide high-quality clinical and non-clinical services at South West Healthcare in Victoria.
- Beautiful coastal location;
- Competitive remuneration package (up to AUD$490,000 depending on experience) plus shift penalty rates;
- Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions;
- 3 hour drive to Melbourne;
- A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as comprehensive leadership programs;
The Role
The Orthopaedic team offers a comprehensive range of services, including the management of upper and lower limb elective orthopaedic issues, major joint replacements, and both adult and paediatric trauma and emergency care. As part of the team, you will provide inpatient, pre- and post-operative, and outpatient care, while also supporting fracture clinics.
Requirements
Applicants should be registered (or eligible for registration) as a specialist with the Medical Board of Australia and be a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeon (FRACS) or equivalent as an overseas trained specialist who has completed their training in either the UK, Ireland, Canada, USA (ABS certified) or New Zealand.
The Hospital.
This is a growing health care facility with a new redevelopment which will give the Warrnambool and surrounding community access to world-class healthcare facilities close to home. A new multi-level building will deliver a bigger emergency department, more operating theatres, an extra 22 inpatient beds and upgraded dialysis. With more families choosing to make south-west Victoria home, a new paediatric unit will also provide specialised care to children and young people.
The largest employer in the region employing more than 1350 employees, it is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.
The Location
Situated on the Great Ocean Road, Warrnambool is surrounded by lush rural landscapes and breath-taking ocean views.
With spectacular stretches of coastline, fantastic beaches and ocean views, beautiful parks and gardens, seaside walking and bike trails, visiting whales, notorious shipwrecks, great food, sports and a thriving city centre, Warrnambool has something for everyone.