Emergency Physician/ O+G Specialist - Women's Emergency Care (WEC)

Emergency Physician/ O+G Specialist - Women's Emergency Care (WEC) Job Description Apply now Job Alerts Link Job Title: Emergency Physician/ O+G Specialist - Women's Emergency Care (WEC) Req ID: 1778 Posting Start Date: 09/03/2026 Posting End Date: 27/03/2026

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Emergency Physician/ O+G Specialist - Women's Emergency Care (WEC)

Consultant Positions Available

Part Time Visiting Medical Officer (VMO)

2x fixed term positions at 9.5 hours per week each

Parkville location with multiple public transport options

The Royal Women's Hospital is one of Australia's oldest and most distinguished tertiary hospitals dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women and newborns, offering specialised services within maternity, newborn and women's health. We have strong affiliations to the University of Melbourne, with research and education integral to our role. Our goal is to be the best place to work, learn and contribute, and to provide exceptional experiences for our patients and consumers.

About the role We are seeking to appoint an Emergency Physician

or

O+G Specialist to our Women's Emergency Care (WEC) team which is the Emergency Department for the Royal Women's Hospital.

The Women's is Australia's leading independent specialist hospital for women, serving an annual cohort of 80,000 patients and delivering over 7,000 babies. We are the tertiary referral centre for high-risk obstetric and gynaecological patients in Melbourne, across Victoria, and Australia-wide.

Successful candidates will play a key role in providing high-quality, patient-centred care, managing both obstetric and gynaecological emergencies. This role offers an opportunity to develop advanced skills in this specialised area of practice, working in a supportive and collaborative environment with access to regular clinical meetings, training and professional development.

About you Experience/Qualifications/Competencies

Eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Fellowship of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (FACEM) or the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRANZCOG)

Senior Registrars near time complete and pending Fellowship are welcome to apply

Demonstrated experience in managing obstetric and gynaecological emergencies

Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to patient care.

Salary and Benefits The Classification and Salary scale will be dependent on experience, in accordance with the AMA Victoria – Victorian Public Health Sector – Medical Specialists Enterprise Agreement 2022-2026.

At the Women's you will enjoy a culture that is collaborative, supportive and passionate about learning. We have a strong sense of purpose, and engage in meaningful work every day. We offer our people a range of rewarding benefits, including:

Salary packaging benefits for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation

A suite of wellness initiatives, including discounted financial, lifestyle and health options, and a comprehensive wellbeing program

Public transport options at our doorstep and end of journey facilities for cyclists

Onsite childcare centre and breastfeeding rooms

Mentoring, learning and career development opportunities

Inclusion and Belonging The Women's celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment that reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from individuals identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, physically, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, and people of any age. We are committed to gender equity principles and have a sensitive approach to family violence matters. The Women's is proudly accredited by the Breastfeeding Association.

Interview Information Please note the (virtual) interviews will be held on Monday 30th March and if necessary, the afternoon of the 31st March 2026.

Join us! If you are passionate about providing high-quality emergency care and this role aligns with your skills and interests, we warmly invite you to apply. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, a Working with Children Check and proof of COVID-19 vaccinations, with additional vaccinations (including influenza) as required by the Department of Health.

For assistance or reasonable adjustments during application or interview process, please reach out to the contact person listed.

For more information on the position, please review theposition description.

For any enquiries, please contact

A. Prof Melinda Truesdale Melinda.Truesdale@thewomens.org.au or the Medical Workforce Unit,medical.recruitment@thewomens.org.au

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