About the role
We are seeking an experienced Gastroenterologist to take up ongoing 24.85 sessional hours. The role of our Gastroenterologists is to ensure the delivery of safe, patient centred, evidence-based and efficient care for Gastroenterology patients.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide consultative inpatient and outpatient Gastroenterology care, including direct inpatient management, internal referrals, clinic services, and participation in the consultant on-call roster
- Liaise with the Emergency Department to ensure timely access to care; lead effective ward management, criteria-led discharge, discharge planning, and completion of discharge documentation
- Deliver patient-centred, evidence-based care aligned with national standards and organisational policies; contribute to quality improvement, morbidity and mortality review, and complaint resolution processes
- Lead multidisciplinary teams, allocate clinical responsibilities, supervise and educate junior medical staff, and foster a culture of collaboration, communication, and respect
What we’re looking for
- Physician (FRACP or equivalent) with registration by Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Further qualification in Gastroenterology
- Possess a genuine interest in supporting the development and refinement of the Gastroenterology service to meet the needs of the patient and their family, and the broader community
- Experienced in Endoscopy and/or Hepatology
Benefits
- Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Attractive salary packaging benefits
- Living expenses capped at $9,010
- Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
- Working with Children Check (if applicable)
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
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