Job Description

South West Healthcare (SWH) is the leading acute referral centre for the South West Region, home to a Deakin Clinical School, and the region's largest employer. We are offering an outstanding opportunity for a salaried Specialist Gastroenterologist to join our dedicated team.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled, team-oriented, and enthusiastic Specialist Gastroenterologist to provide high-quality clinical services at SWH. Services provided will include Outpatient sessions endoscopy sessions in Upper and lower GI endoscopy; participation on the week day gastroenterology consultation roster and teaching junior doctors and undergraduates.  This position forms part of a collaborative team of specialists, you will play a key role in expanding and enhancing gastroenterology services at SWH.

Position Overview

• Appointments up to Full Time
• Competitive remuneration, commensurate with experience

What You Bring

• AHPRA registration as a medical practitioner
• Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Physicians (FRACP) or an equivalent specialist qualification
• Extensive experience in gastroenterology, ensuring confident practice in a regional setting
• A commitment to quality improvement and best practice in gastroenterology
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and team-building skills
• Experience in training and mentoring junior medical staff

This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a supportive, dynamic team, making a real difference in regional healthcare. Apply now!

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

We are a growing health care facility and have recently received funding for redevelopment works which will deliver expanded state of the art theatre facilities and best practice models of care to meet the growing needs of the local community.

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 12 July 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the AMA Victoria - Victorian Public Health Sector - Medical Specialists Enterprise 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
• Current Immunisation status

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