Job Description

Position overview

• Employment Type: Fulltime, (76 hours per fortnight), On-going position
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Salary Range: Commensurate with Experience

About the role

South West Healthcare (SWH) has an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Rheumatologist to join our dedicated Rheumatology team and work collaboratively with a network of Warrnambool based specialists.

We are seeking a positive, enthusiastic and team oriented Specialist Rheumatologist who is committed to delivering high quality, patient-centred care with a primary focus on providing specialist rheumatology clinical services within our established public inpatient and outpatient programs.

Beyond clinical practice, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to teaching and academic activities through our strong partnership with the onsite Deakin University Rural Clinical School. You will also have access to research opportunities and the chance to help shape rheumatology services in a growing regional health service.

What you bring

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Registration (or eligibility for registration) with AHPRA and the Medical Board of Australia.
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP), or equivalent specialist qualifications recognised in Australia.
• Demonstrated expertise in Rheumatology and a commitment to delivering high quality, patient centred care.
• Strong clinical, communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Experience in, or enthusiasm for, medical education, mentoring, research and service development.
• A commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of children, young people and families across our region.

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

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 Tuesday 21 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 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

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