Employment Type: Permanent & Part Time, Full Time

Directorate: Clinical Operations

Department: Obs and Gynae - SMO

Location: Graham Street Shepparton, Victoria

Hours: 76 hours per fortnight

About GV Health

GV Health is the main healthcare provider in the Goulburn Valley region, servicing a broad catchment area of approximately 120,000 people. We are the largest permanent employer in the region with over 2,600 employees spread across our five main sites. 

To meet the evolving healthcare needs of our community we have completed Phase 1 of our redevelopment project which includes a five-storey Inpatient Unit building, expanded theatre capacity, new Critical Care Unit, a state of-the-art Dialysis Unit and an extension of the current Emergency Department.

 Our Region

Community Connector Program: We offer 1:1 relocation consultant support for new employees to assist with finding housing, childcare/education (if applicable), partner employment (if applicable), social groups & integration into our community to assist in the transition to Shepparton, regional Victoria

About the role and our service

GV Health is an evolving healthcare provider offering obstetric, gynaecology and fertility services with a commitment to making women the number one priority. We have a multicultural team of specialists, midwives, health professionals and support staff with a common mission: to deliver high-level, personalised care to empower and support women on their health journey for life. We are a family focused service.

Within our organisation, we prioritise the importance of our staff, foster collaboration and offer support for education, growth and professional development. We are currently seeking a Staff Specialist Obstetrician & Gynaecologist to become part of our vibrant and inclusive team with a focus on work/life balance and making a significant impact on regional women’s health.

As a Consultant at GV Health you will be provided with the essential support needed to help you excel as a key leader within our team:

What to expect when we’re expecting

Varied and interesting work schedule

Encouragement to take holidays and education leave

Varied Obstetric complexity

Attractive on call roster with on call retainer and paid call backs

A culture of care

A supportive team of doctors, midwife, and admin staff

A positive workplace environment dedicated to continuous improvement

Additional practice activities such as: education, team lunches and dinners

A commitment to provide the best in terms of clinical excellence

A focus on positive communication and problem solving

Support and Professional Development

Mentorship with a focus on developing surgical and obstetric skill

Training and support in public fertility

Fortnightly consultant education meeting with lunch provided

Time-off for attendance at conferences and training courses

Ability to pursue special areas of interest with support

Encouragement to teach juniors staff

What we’re looking for

Relevant specialist qualification such as Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists or equivalent is essential

Have specialist medical registration with the Medical Board of Australia under the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

Be eligible for registration for Medicare provider number

You have a compassionate, patient-focused approach to women’s healthcare

Have a positive and team orientated work ethic

Have exceptional communication skills

Our offer to you

FREE Community Connector Program to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful community

Generous, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships

Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance

Paid parental leave

Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals

A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones

Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discount

Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition programme

Selection Criteria

Essential : Commitment to the GV Health Values of Compassion, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Teamwork and Ethical Behaviour and ability to exhibit behaviour which reflects our values.

Essential : Evidence of being a medical expert, including past experience in a range of areas in General Medicine and Advanced certificates or similar recognised experience in a subspecialty field. Should be knowledgeable about Genereal Medicine to the level of a RACP fellow

Essential : Evidence of being a good communicator, including both oral and written skills and a sensitive approach to clear communication with patients, careers, other professionals and the public.

Essential : Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

Essential : Must be in good standing with all Regulatory Authorities.

Essential : Evidence of full immunisation against COVID19 and Influenza

Essential : A satisfactory National Criminal History Record Check, Victorian "Employee" Working with Children Check and completion of a Commonwealth of Australia Statutory Declaration will be required from prospective candidates prior to commencement of employment. Do you agree to completing these requirements?