General Practitioner , First Step Program St Kilda / Listed on 17th February 2026

Practice Name First Step Program

Hours Negotiable

Contact Gayle Wood, Chief Operations Officer, Phone: 03 9537 3177

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Job Overview We are seeking a General Practitioner with a special interest in mental health or Medicare recognised mental health training credentials to join our team on a part‑time or full‑time basis. This is an opportunity to deliver holistic, trauma‑informed care alongside a supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team, with meaningful clinical work. If you are passionate about mental health and looking to practise in a service that does things differently, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

Medical degree (MBBS / equivalent) from an accredited university.

Current medical registration with the AHPRA.

Current provider number (or eligibility to obtain one under Medicare arrangements).

Current CPR certificate (usually updated within the last 12 months).

Desirable Skills

Familiarity with electronic medical record systems (e.g., Best Practice, MedicalDirector).

Additional training or certificates (e.g., drug and alcohol (AOD) training, sexual health, mental health skills training, women’s health, immunisation).

Experience in support of people with co‑occurring needs including substance use.

Experience working in a multi‑disciplinary team including practice nurses, nurse practitioners, mental health clinicians and psycho‑social workers.

About the practice First Step is an independent multidisciplinary primary health service providing integrated mental health and substance misuse care in a truly collaborative setting. Our team includes GPs, psychologists, nurse practitioners, psychiatrists, addiction medicine specialists, mental health nurses, care coordinators, abstinence‑based programmes and legal services, working together to support people with complex mental health and psychosocial needs.

Employment Details

Flexible employment conditions (casual, part‑time or contract).

Salary packaging up to $15,900.

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