An exceptional opportunity is available for an experienced Advanced Trainee to undertake a Fellow in Geriatric Medicine (FIGM) position within the Greater Victorian Alliance (GVA) as part of the Victorian Geriatric Medicine Training Program.
This role is designed to strengthen the geriatric workforce across Victoria while enhancing the quality of Advanced Training, improving equitable access to specialist care, and supporting clinicians working with older people—particularly in regional and rural settings.
About the Role
The FIGM position plays a pivotal leadership and educational role within the alliance, supporting Advanced Trainees across geographically dispersed health services.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing structured support and mentorship to Advanced Trainees in Geriatric Medicine
- Maintaining engagement with trainees across regional sites through on-site and virtual visits
- Supporting high-quality training standards across participating services
- Contributing to workforce development initiatives in regional Victoria
- Liaising with the Advisory Committee and GVA Committee of Management regarding training and service delivery priorities
This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior trainee seeking to consolidate clinical leadership, education, and service development experience in preparation for consultant practice.
The Training Environment
The state-wide training framework emphasises:
- Collaboration between metropolitan and regional health services
- Growth in Advanced Trainee numbers
- Improved access to specialist geriatric care
- Education and capability development for multidisciplinary teams supporting older patients
Benefits
- Structured support for career progression and leadership development
- Strong teaching and learning culture
- Access to formal education and professional development programs
- Generous salary packaging arrangements
- Flexible working arrangements
- Staff health and wellbeing initiatives
- Access to staff fitness facilities and wellbeing programs
Located in the heart of regional Victoria, Bendigo is one of the state’s largest and most vibrant regional cities. Serving a catchment population of more than 320,000, Bendigo offers:
- Excellent public and private schools
- A thriving arts and cultural precinct
- Outstanding sporting and recreational facilities
- Access to wineries, walking trails, and national parks
- High-quality restaurants and cafés
- Convenient access to Melbourne
Selection Criteria Applicants must:
- Be an Advanced Trainee in Geriatric Medicine (or eligible for the FIGM role)
- Demonstrate strong clinical capability and commitment to geriatric medicine
- Show interest in education, mentoring, and workforce development
- Have excellent communication and collaborative skills
Doctors interested in strengthening their leadership and educational profile within a structured state-wide training alliance are encouraged to apply.
Please submit:
- A detailed curriculum vitae
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the FIGM role
