Position overview

• Employment Type: Part time (15.2 hours per fortnight), 12 Month Fixed term funded position, commencing August 2026
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Commensurate with experience

About the role

South West Healthcare is excited to introduce a new Menopause Clinic program and is seeking a passionate Medical Officer to join this innovative 12-month funded initiative.

This unique opportunity offers the chance to be part of establishing and delivering a dedicated specialist service supporting women through perimenopause and menopause. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate with specialist gynaecologists and allied health professionals to develop a patient-centred model of care that responds to the needs of women across our region.

The role will involve supporting referral triage, well woman health assessments, clinical reviews and helping women access the most appropriate care pathways for their individual needs.

As an integral member of this newly established service, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to community engagement, education initiatives and the ongoing development of the clinic, helping improve awareness, access and outcomes for women's health.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a new service from the ground up while making a meaningful difference to women's health in our community.

What you bring

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Specialist GP qualifications with experience or a strong interest in women's and menopause health
• A commitment to evidence-based, patient-centred care
• The ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a developing multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A commitment to continuous improvement, education and professional development
• Alignment with South West Healthcare's values 

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 5 July 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

For specific enquires regarding this opportunity, please contact Rosy Buchanan, (Director of Obstetrics and Gynaecology), on (03) 55631666 or email: rbuchanan@swh.net.au

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Medical Specialists (Victorian Public Health Sector) (AMA Victoria/ASMOF) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2022 - 2026.

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.

Note: If you experience any difficulties using this website or require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au