Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Division: Office of Chief Medical Officer

Program: Office of Chief Medical Officer

Department: Clinical Support Administration

Enterprise Agreement: Doctors in Training (Victorian Public Health Secto

Job Function: Medical

Role Summary

- Location: Footscray Hospital
- Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term (2027 clinical year)
- Salary: HM25-30 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and enthusiastic medical practitioners to join our team at Western Health in the role of Medical Administration Manager for the 2027 Clinical Year (commencing 1 February 2027).

The position is designed to provide the trainee with exposure to medical management in a large and complex health service setting.

Key responsibilities

The trainee will work closely with and under the supervision of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Directors of Medical Services (DMS) as part of the CMO’s Office to achieve organisational and strategic priorities.

The trainee will also work closely with the Medical Workforce and Medical Education Units providing oversight of Interns, HMOs and Registrars (pre-vocational trainees). This will include assisting with recruitment, retention, rostering, mandatory training, accreditation coordination, improving JMS experience and achieving budget goals.

The trainee will also be exposed to Clinical Governance in a complex multi-campus healthcare setting through participation in accreditation, credentialing, clinical incident review, complaints management and quality improvement activities.

About you

To be considered for this role, you will:

- Must be a registered medical practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia/Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Must be a candidate trainee of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators (RACMA).
- Have a minimum of 3 years general clinical experience (PGY4+).

About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant,



diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centredcare across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach servicesto aged, adult andpaediatricpatients and newborn babies. Specialties includeoncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases,geriatricsand cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals:Sunshine Hospital (including JoanKirnerWomen’s and Children’s),FootscrayHospital,Williamstown Hospitaland Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh.Western Health alsoprovidesthe primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

Whyjoinus?

Compensation andbenefits

- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
- Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning anddevelopmentopportunities

- Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.




- Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
- Mentorship and career support.

Communityimpact andinclusion

- Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
- Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisationalculture andenvironment

- Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
- Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready tomake animpact?

If you’re passionate about building your career in delivering Best Care to geriatric patients, we’d love to hear from you.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via theintranet before applying.

Closingdate: 11:59pm on 5 August 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Dr Vivek Nigam via .

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, anImmunisationStatus Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

Western Health

Western Health acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 2027 Medical Administration Registrar (Melbourne)
🏢 Western Health
📍 Melbourne