Consultant / Specialist Physician – General Medicine Sub-regional leadership role | Teaching hospital | Coastal & alpine lifestyle If you’re a Consultant Physician seeking meaningful clinical practice, professional respect, and a lifestyle that actually gives time back, this role delivers on all three. A lifestyle that works Located just 2.5 hours from Melbourne, this position offers the balance many metropolitan physicians are actively searching for. Your downtime could include: Boating or fishing on the Gippsland Lakes Long beach walks and coastal living Hiking or skiing in the Victorian Alps Short commutes, affordable housing, and more time with family Enjoy the satisfaction of senior clinical practice without the burnout of city medicine. Why this role stands out General Medicine sits at the heart of care delivery here. As a Consultant Physician, you’ll practise broad, high-quality medicine with real autonomy, supported by strong multidisciplinary teams and modern facilities. Your scope will include: Acute General Medicine Ambulatory and rapid access clinics Outpatient services Hospital in the Home (HITH) Shared after-hours physician roster Teaching and mentoring junior doctors and medical students This is a role where your clinical judgement matters, your voice is respected, and your work makes a tangible difference to the community. A well-respected teaching hospital, delivering integrated services across three campuses, including acute, sub-acute, aged care, and community health. Facilities include: 24/7 Emergency Department Critical Care and Neonatal Critical Care Units Operating theatres and day procedure unit Oncology and Dialysis services Strong allied health and community-based teams Affiliated with Monash University, the hospital offers excellent opportunities for education, mentoring, and service development. FRACP (or equivalent) Strong expertise in General Medicine Interest in leadership, teaching, and service improvement Collegial, patient-centred approach to care Competitive remuneration with salary packaging Flexible practice mix across inpatient, ambulatory, and community care Supportive and experienced medical and nursing teams Leadership and career progression opportunities Relocation and lifestyle support (where applicable)
