Your Role at St John of God Geelong Hospital

We are seeking experienced and highly motivated Emergency Medicine Consultants (FACEM) to join our Emergency Department on a fixed-term basis to provide leave cover, with the potential for some positions to transition into permanent roles. Multiple opportunities are available, totalling up to 2.0 FTE, with flexibility to appoint one or more successful candidates. Appointment durations and FTE allocations will be determined in line with departmental requirements and service needs. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a dynamic, collaborative, and supportive Emergency Department, where you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care while further developing your clinical, leadership, teaching, and quality improvement interests.

You will be a Fellow of the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine (FACEM) or have equivalent professional membership and have demonstrated substantial clinical experience in the management of high acuity patients in a complex hospital environment. You will demonstrate the ability to build a collaborative team in the delivery of high-quality specialist medical care, including driving clinical quality initiatives. Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

What we can offer you.

- Highly competitive remuneration package of $384,257 - $480,321 + 12% superannuation (pro rata for part-time appointments)
- Excellent penalty rates and allowances
- Generous salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550 per annum, which can be used towards mortgage or rent payments, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation, and other everyday living expenses, plus additional salary packaging options above the FBT cap, including:



Novated leasing Work-related expenses Self-education costs Additional superannuation contributions
- Flexible work arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance, including purchased leave options and wellbeing programs
- Two weeks of Career development Leave annually
- Flexible and family-friendly rostering
- The opportunity to live and work in a thriving, family-friendly region with excellent schools, childcare options, and a welcoming community
- Access to the exceptional lifestyle benefits of the Geelong region, including world-class beaches, bay and river activities, cycling trails, renowned wineries, vibrant cafés and restaurants, a thriving arts scene, and convenient access to Melbourne in under one hour

This is an outstanding opportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying the professional, financial, and lifestyle benefits that St John of God Geelong Hospital has to offer.

About St John of God Health Care

St John of God Health Care is one of Australia’s largest and most respected private health care providers, employing over 15,000 caregivers across a diverse network of hospitals and community services. With 25 hospitals and services, more than 3,200 hospital beds, home nursing, disability support, and social outreach programs, we are committed to delivering exceptional care and supporting healthier communities. As a Catholic, not-for-profit organisation,



we invest improving patient care, advancing technology and facilities, expanding services, and providing vital social outreach programs that assist people experiencing disadvantage.

Applications Close: 11 September 2026

Agency applications will not be considered

For enquiries, please contact Michael Sheridan, Head of Department Emergency, on .

At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being. Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.

All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.

At St John of God Health Care we support you to be the best health care professional or support worker you can be. We believe positive culture drives performance, so we are focussed on building collaborative and supportive team environments, providing opportunities for development and promotion, and ensuring our leaders are visible and accessible. As one of the largest Catholic providers of health care services in Australia, St John of God Health Care is a great place to work with a host of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, and a great work life balance. Our caregivers come from diverse backgrounds and belief systems and you don’t need to be Catholic to work with us.

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📌 Specialist Emergency (Geelong)
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