An excellent opportunity is available for PGY3+ doctors to consolidate their clinical skills through a broad and well-supported general hospital medical officer programme in regional Victoria.
This 12-month position offers varied clinical exposure, structured supervision and access to education and professional development. Doctors will normally complete four 13-week rotations across a range of medical, surgical, emergency and specialty services.
Fixed term, 1 February 2027–6 February 2028
Potential Clinical Rotations Rotations may include:
- Emergency Medicine
- General Medicine
- General Surgery
- Mental Health and Psychiatry
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Geriatric Medicine
- Intensive Care Medicine—part-time rotation only
- Leave Relief
The Programme
The PGY3+ General Stream programme is designed to help doctors:
- Consolidate their assessment and clinical management skills
- Gain experience across a diverse range of specialties
- Develop greater confidence and professional independence
- Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
- Prepare for future vocational training and career pathways
- Gain experience within both major regional and smaller community health settings
Essential Requirements Applicants must:
- Hold an MBBS or equivalent recognised medical qualification
- Meet the requirements for appointment at PGY3 level or above
- Hold, or be eligible to hold, appropriate medical registration in Australia
- Possess full and unrestricted Australian working rights
- Demonstrate effective clinical, communication and teamwork skills
- Provide evidence of the required immunisation history before commencing employment
Benefits
The appointment offers:
- Strong clinical supervision and support
- Excellent exposure across multiple specialties
- Structured teaching and learning opportunities
- Support for career progression and professional development
- Full-time and part-time employment options
- Potential job-share arrangements
- Salary packaging and staff wellbeing benefits
- Flexible working arrangements, where operationally appropriate
- Access to modern clinical facilities and services
Bendigo is one of Victoria’s largest regional cities and provides an attractive combination of professional opportunity and lifestyle. The city offers excellent schools, tertiary education, shopping, cultural and sporting facilities, restaurants, parks, walking trails and nearby wineries.
It is an ideal location for doctors seeking broad clinical experience while enjoying a more affordable and relaxed regional lifestyle.
Apply Now
Doctors who meet the PGY3+ eligibility requirements and hold full Australian working rights are invited to apply.
Please submit an up-to-date CV detailing your qualifications, medical registration, clinical experience and current working-rights status.
