Position Details
- Position: Fellow in Geriatric Medicine (FIGM)
- Program: Greater Victorian Alliance (GVA)
- Location: Regional Victoria, Australia
- Employment Type: Full-Time Fixed Term
- Contract Dates: 1 February 2027 – 6 February 2028
- Positions Available: 1
- Classification: Registrar Year 5 HM29 – Registrar Year 6 and thereafter HM30
- Salary: As per award
- Hours: 86 hours per fortnight (including 10 hours protected training time)
The Victorian Geriatric Medicine Training Program (VGMTP) is a statewide initiative designed to strengthen the geriatric medicine workforce, improve advanced training quality, and increase equitable access to specialist care for older people across Victoria.
The FIGM role provides leadership and support for Advanced Trainees across the Greater Victorian Alliance, particularly those based in regional and geographically dispersed locations.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting high-quality geriatric medicine training
- Providing educational and mentoring support to trainees
- Conducting on-site and virtual engagement with regional trainees
- Strengthening collaboration across participating health services
- Contributing to the continued development of statewide geriatric medicine training programs
About the Health Service
The position is based within a major regional health service recognised for excellence in education, multidisciplinary care, and community-focused healthcare delivery. Services span inpatient, outpatient, rehabilitation, community, and aged care settings across a large regional catchment.
The Community and Continuing Care Division provides comprehensive services including:
- Geriatric Medicine and Assessment
- Rehabilitation Services
- Chronic Disease Management
- Community Nursing and Allied Health
- Palliative Care
- Home-based and transitional care programs
- Geriatricians
- Rehabilitation Physicians
- Palliative Care Physicians
- Registrars and junior medical staff
- Protected training and education time
- Strong mentorship and career development support
- Exposure to statewide geriatric medicine networks
- Flexible working arrangements
- Salary packaging benefits
- Staff wellbeing programs
- Access to fitness and wellness facilities
This vibrant regional city offers excellent schools, cultural attractions, sporting facilities, wineries, restaurants, and outdoor lifestyle opportunities. The region combines career advancement with exceptional work-life balance and affordable living.
Requirements
Applicants should demonstrate strong commitment to Geriatric Medicine, medical education, and collaborative multidisciplinary care. Candidates progressing through Advanced Training pathways and international doctors eligible for Australian medical registration pathways are encouraged to apply.
Apply Doctors
interested in advanced Geriatric Medicine training opportunities in Australia are encouraged to apply with an up-to-date CV and cover letter.
Register your interest today to discuss this opportunity and other Geriatric Medicine positions across Australia.