Duty Medical Officer
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Job Description
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 thats 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)
What Youll Need
Essential:
- 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
Were 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 Childrens 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 workplaceits 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.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
