Specialist – General Medicine & Geriatric Medicine
0.5 FTE General Medicine | 0.5 FTE Geriatric Medicine | Permanent Opportunity
An excellent opportunity to combine General Medicine and Geriatric Medicine within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.
Sante Recruitment is seeking an experienced General Physician / Geriatrician to join an established medical service in a role offering a unique ***** split between General Medicine and Geriatric Medicine.
This position is ideally suited to a physician who enjoys clinical variety and would value the opportunity to maintain a broad General Medicine practice while developing or continuing a special interest in the care of older patients.
The Opportunity
The successful candidate will work across two complementary specialties:
0.5 FTE – General Medicine
0.5 FTE – Geriatric Medicine
The role provides an opportunity to manage a diverse range of acute, complex and chronic medical conditions while working closely with multidisciplinary teams across both services.
The General Medicine component will provide exposure to a broad range of adult medical presentations, while the Geriatric Medicine component will focus on the comprehensive assessment and management of older patients with complex medical, functional and psychosocial needs.
This is an attractive chance for a physician seeking clinical diversity, professional development and a balanced specialist workload.
General Medicine
Within General Medicine, the successful candidate will contribute to the assessment and management of patients presenting with a broad range of acute and complex medical conditions.
Responsibilities May Include
Inpatient assessment and management
Management of complex and multi-system medical presentations
Clinical decision-making and treatment planning
Multidisciplinary case management
Consultation and advice to other clinical teams
Participation in teaching and supervision
Contribution to clinical governance and quality improvement
Geriatric Medicine




The Geriatric Medicine component provides an opportunity to work with older patients presenting with complex and often multiple medical conditions.
The Role May Involve
Comprehensive geriatric assessment
Management of frailty and complex comorbidities
Falls and functional assessment
Cognitive and dementia-related presentations
Medication and chronic disease management
Multidisciplinary care planning
Discharge planning and transition of care
Liaison with community and primary healthcare providers
Supporting patients and families with complex care needs
The successful applicant will work alongside nursing, allied health and other medical professionals to provide patient-centred, holistic care.
A Collaborative Working Workplace
High-quality patient care
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Clinical education and supervision
Professional development
Evidence-based practice
Quality improvement and clinical governance
The position offers an excellent opportunity to build strong professional relationships across both General Medicine and Geriatric Medicine.
Why Consider This Role?
This position is particularly attractive for a physician who wants to avoid a highly narrow subspecialty role and instead maintain a broad and rewarding clinical portfolio.
The ******* Structure Provides
Variety across two complementary specialties
Broad General Medicine exposure
Dedicated Geriatric Medicine component
Opportunity to develop a special interest in complex older patients
Strong multidisciplinary team environment
Teaching and professional development opportunities




Excellent work-life balance and career flexibility
International Medical Graduates
International Medical Graduates (SIMGs) are encouraged to enquire.
Candidates who have received a RACP Comparable or Substantially Comparable outcome, or who are progressing through specialist recognition with the RACP, are welcome to discuss their eligibility.
Doctors approaching completion of UK, Irish or New Zealand specialist training may also be suitable, subject to individual RACP and AHPRA assessment and eligibility requirements.
About the Location
The position offers an prospect to establish yourself within a supportive regional healthcare environment while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of regional Australia.
The location provides a combination of:
Affordable housing
Excellent lifestyle opportunities
Strong community environment
Quality schools and family services
Access to outdoor and recreational activities
A relaxed pace of life
Excellent professional opportunities within a regional health service
For doctors looking to combine career progression with a better quality of life, this represents an excellent opportunity.
Requirements Applicants Will Ideally Have
Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) or equivalent specialist qualifications
Specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia, or eligibility for specialist registration
Appropriate experience in General Medicine
Experience or demonstrated interest in Geriatric Medicine
Commitment to multidisciplinary, patient-centred care
Strong communication and clinical leadership skills
SIMG applicants are encouraged to discuss their individual RACP/AHPRA pathway and eligibility with Sante Recruitment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a General Physician, Geriatrician or dual-trained physician seeking a varied permanent position combining General Medicine and Geriatric Medicine.
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