Are you looking for an exciting career move paired with an unbeatable lifestyle? At South West Healthcare (SWH), we offer the best of both worlds: a fulfilling role as a Consultant Geriatrician and the opportunity to live in one of Victoria's most beautiful coastal regions.

As the major acute referral site for the South West Region, SWH is the largest employer in the area and home to a Deakin Clinical School onsite. With a significant redevelopment underway, we are expanding our facilities to deliver state-of-the-art services, making it the perfect time to join our growing team and help shape the future of healthcare in the region.

 About the role

We are seeking a positive, enthusiastic, and team-focused Consultant Geriatrician to deliver high-quality clinical and non-clinical services to benefit both our patients and the wider community.

You will work across our existing programs, including:

• Inpatient Geriatric Services
• Cognitive Dementia and Memory Clinic (CDAMS)
• Specialist Falls and Balance Clinic
• GEM@home program

There is also the opportunity to develop additional Geriatric outpatient clinics, allowing you to make a lasting impact on service delivery and patient care.

Position Overview

• Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Salary: Commensurate with experience

What you bring

• A recognised postgraduate qualification in Geriatric Medicine
• Current registration with the Medical Practitioners Board of Australia
• Passion for service development and improving patient outcomes
• An interest in research and education (highly desirable)

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
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• 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

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

With a population of 34,000 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

A position description and further details can be found at our Website under Careers and Volunteers.

For specific enquiries regarding the role, please contact Jen Dorney (Manager Medical Workforce), on (03) 5563 4146 or email jdorney@swh.net.au

 Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the AMA Victoria Victorian Public Health Sector Medical Specialists Agreement 2022 - 2026, with the appropriate classification commensurate with experience.

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

Applications are to be submitted by selecting the Apply button below and need to include: an application letter, full personal particulars, qualifications and experience; together with the names of two (2) referees by Sunday 28 September 2025.

Note: If you experience any difficulties with this website, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au

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

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio-economic status.