Hospital Medical Officer - General

Why This Role Matters
• Delivers essential hospital care across Emergency, General Medicine, and General Surgery
• Strengthens regional healthcare services for the Campaspe and Murray River communities
• Supports development of junior doctors within a sub-regional teaching health service
• Contributes to 24/7 patient-centred acute and sub-acute care delivery

Job Description
• Position: 2026 Hospital Medical Officer – General
• Location: Echuca, Shepparton & Goulburn Valley VIC
• Employment Type: Full Time, Maximum Term (February 2026 – January 2027)
• Hours: 76 hours per fortnight
• Classification: Specialist Year 2–9 (HM12–HM20)
• Agreement: Doctors in Training Enterprise Agreement 2022–2026

Key Features of the Role:
• 12-month contract with thirteen-week rotational terms
• Rotations may include Emergency Medicine, General Medicine, General Surgery and Leave Relief
• Work within a comprehensive acute and community healthcare service
• Strong regional teaching environment
• Flexible working arrangements within a 24/7 service
• Opportunity to explore and develop career pathways

Responsibilities
• Provide clinical care appropriate to PGY2+ level
• Participate in rostered rotations across key hospital specialties
• Deliver safe and effective patient care in acute and sub-acute settings
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and regional health partners
• Maintain professional standards and clinical governance compliance
• Contribute to a supportive learning and teaching environment

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements:
• Medical Degree
• AHPRA General registration or provisional registration with Level 2 supervision

Experience and Skills:
• Clinical skills appropriate to PGY2+ level
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong motivation and commitment to patient care
• Adaptability across multiple specialty rotations
• Interest in professional growth and skill enhancement

Age Eligibility:
• Not specified

Salary Insights
• Classified under Specialist Year 2–9 (HM12–HM20)
• Salary in accordance with Doctors in Training Enterprise Agreement 2022–2026
• Salary packaging opportunities available

Company Overview
Echuca Regional Health provides comprehensive acute, medical, surgical, sub-acute, residential aged care, and community healthcare services to the Shire of Campaspe and cross-border Murray River communities. With over 1,000 employees, ERH is the largest employer in the region and is focused on expanding its role as a sub-regional teaching health service dedicated to high-quality community care.

FAQs

1 What rotations are included?
Emergency Medicine, General Medicine, General Surgery and Leave Relief rotations may be included.

2 What registration is required?
AHPRA General registration or provisional registration with Level 2 supervision is required.

3 What is the contract duration?
February 2026 to January 2027 (12 months).

4 How many hours per fortnight?
76 hours per fortnight.

Application Tips
• Clearly state your AHPRA registration level and PGY status
• Highlight relevant rotations in Emergency, Medicine or Surgery
• Prepare a separate document addressing Key Selection Criteria
• Include a tailored cover letter demonstrating interest in regional healthcare
• Ensure all required documents are submitted before 24 March 2026