Consultant PaediatricianWarrnambool, VictoriaCoastal Lifestyle | Teaching Hospital | Deakin University Appointment OpportunitiesShape the Future of Paediatric Care on Victoria's Stunning Great South Coast Sante Recruitment is delighted to present an exceptional opportunity for a Consultant Paediatrician to join the growing specialist team at South West Healthcare in Warrnambool, Victoria.
This is an outstanding career move for a specialist seeking a rewarding clinical role combined with teaching, research, and service development opportunities in one of Australia's most desirable regional coastal locations.
Working within a highly collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will provide specialist inpatient and outpatient paediatric services while helping deliver high-quality, family-centred care to children and young people across South West Victoria.
The Opportunity This permanent full-time position offers an attractive mix of clinical practice, teaching, mentoring, and leadership opportunities.
You will join an established paediatric service supported by an experienced network of local specialists and allied health professionals, providing comprehensive care across the region.
The Role Includes
Public inpatient and outpatient paediatric services
Collaborative multidisciplinary practice
Teaching and supervision of medical students and junior doctors
Research opportunities through the onsite Deakin University Rural Clinical School
Participation in service development and quality improvement initiatives
Opportunity to contribute to the future direction of paediatric services across the region
The Service Provides
Acute and sub-acute care
Mental health services
Rehabilitation services
Aged care services
Community and primary healthcare programs




As the lead health service for the South West region, South West Healthcare continues to expand specialist services and invest in innovative models of care.
The organisation maintains a strong commitment to clinical excellence, education, research, and workforce development.
Academic and Teaching Opportunities A key attraction of this role is the close partnership with the onsite Deakin University Rural Clinical School.
Paediatricians Have Opportunities To
Teach and mentor medical students
Participate in clinical education programs
Engage in research activities
Develop academic interests alongside clinical practice
For specialists who enjoy teaching and professional development, Warrnambool offers a unique blend of regional medicine and academic engagement.
Live and Work in Warrnambool Located on Victoria's spectacular Great Ocean Road coastline, Warrnambool offers an exceptional lifestyle that combines coastal living with excellent healthcare infrastructure.
Imagine Finishing Clinic And Being Minutes From
Beautiful beaches and coastal walks
Whale watching along the Southern Ocean
Cycling trails and outdoor recreation
Boutique wineries and gourmet food experiences
Surfing, fishing and boating
Easy access to the Great Ocean Road and Grampians National Park
Unlike Major Metropolitan Centres, Warrnambool Offers
Affordable housing
Excellent public and private schools




Minimal commuting
Strong community connections
Outstanding work-life balance
Advantages You Will Enjoy
Competitive specialist remuneration package
Salary packaging benefits
Novated leasing options
Additional superannuation opportunities
Ongoing professional development support
Clinical supervision and mentoring
Leadership and resilience development programs
Research and teaching opportunities
Excellent employment conditions
Coastal lifestyle with genuine work-life balance
Requirements Applicants Should Possess
Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) or equivalent recognised specialist qualification
Specialist Registration with AHPRA, or eligibility for registration
Demonstrated expertise in Paediatric Medicine
Commitment to high-quality patient-centred care
Strong communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills
Interest in teaching, mentoring, research, and service development
International Applicants Welcome Applications Are Encouraged From
UK-trained Paediatricians holding CCT
Irish, New Zealand and Canadian trained specialists
Substantially Comparable specialists seeking a pathway to Australian specialist recognition
International candidates eligible for specialist registration with AHPRA
Discover the Best of Regional Specialist Practice This is a rare opportunity to combine fulfilling specialist paediatric practice, academic involvement, and an exceptional coastal lifestyle within one of Victoria's leading regional health services.
Join a supportive team, make a genuine difference to children's health, and enjoy a lifestyle that many metropolitan specialists only dream about.
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📌 Staff Specialist Paediatrician (Warrnambool)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 Warrnambool