2027 HMO3+ Surgical Resident

Employment Type -  Temporary Full Time

Job Category - Medical - HMOs

Req Id - 8378 

• Extend your career with one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia
• Join a supportive, high-performing team making a real community impact
• 12‑month fixed-term full-time role commencing 01/02/2027

About the role

Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care across the full spectrum of primary, community, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute services.

The Surgical Stream Resident (HMO3+) provides a broad and comprehensive experience across a wide range of surgical specialties at University Hospital Geelong. You will rotate through units including Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Emergency, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Surgical Specialties, Plastics, Vascular, Urology, ENT/FMOS/Ophthalmology, ICU and surgical nights.

You will be an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, working alongside accredited and unaccredited registrars and consultant staff to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care. The role offers opportunities for research, teaching and participation in a dedicated education program for junior surgical doctors. Mentoring from PRESET supervisors is available to support progression into surgical training programs.

Barwon Health’s Surgery Department is collaborative, engaged and committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, promoting positive, respectful relationships and strong multidisciplinary partnerships across the Barwon South West region. As the first regional health service in Australia to offer a public robotic surgical service, there are also opportunities for exposure to robotic assisting.

Participation in general clinical duties, reporting requirements and the after-hours, on-call and recall roster is expected

Key responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centred care within surgical teams across multiple specialties
• Participate in a structured rotation program across surgical units
• Contribute to clinical documentation, reporting and communication within the multidisciplinary team
• Participate in after-hours, on-call and recall rosters as required

What we’re looking for

• Has full AHPRA general registration
• Medical practitioner eligible for appointment as an HMO3+ Surgical Resident
• Demonstrated interest in surgery and commitment to professional development
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to improving patient care and clinical outcomes
• Applicants will demonstrate the qualifications, aptitude and commitment required to contribute to high-quality patient care

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Extensive professional development opportunities
• Attractive salary packaging benefits
  • • Living expenses capped at $9,010
    • Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here

Diversity and inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards

Additional information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at medicalrecruitment@barwonhealth.org.au  

All appointments are subject to:

• Satisfactory Police Record Check
• Immunisation Status Clearance
• Working with Children Check (if applicable)

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

Contact: Medical Workforce Unit

Contact Email: medicalrecruitment@barwonhealth.org.au 

Application closing date: 5th July 2027