AddressPosition Summary
Clinical Director of Gastroenterology
- Permanent Full Time with monthly day off
- Unique leadership opportunity
- Generous salary + super + salary packaging options
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest metropolitan public health services. We provide a comprehensive range of high quality acute, sub-acute, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and statewide services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, and socio- economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About the role
The Eastern Health Department of Gastroenterology has progressively developed and expanded with a significant academic profile in liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, coeliac disease and functional gastrointestinal disorders. There is an active research and teaching program reflecting these areas of expertise, in addition to wide ranging academic collaborations with other research institutions.
The Department of Gastroenterology inpatient clinical service is based at both Box Hill and Maroondah Hospitals with 20-25 inpatients split across these sites. Endoscopy services are provided at Box Hill, Maroondah and Angliss Hospitals. There are several general and subspecialised clinics located across Eastern Health as well as mature models of care that support telehealth to more isolated patients and communities.
For a suitable applicant, there are also strong partnerships and the opportunity for an academic (Professorial or Associate Professorial) appointment with Monash University and Eastern Health Clinical School. Monash has a clear purpose to deliver ground-breaking intensive research; a world-class education; a global ecosystem of enterprise – and activate these to address some of the challenges of the age, Climate Change, Thriving Communities and Geopolitical Security. Eastern Health Clinical School (EHCS) is one of three metropolitan clinical schools in the Monash University Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences. EHCS represents the University’s presence in the rapidly-growing area of urban and outer eastern Melbourne.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- A proven track record in academic and clinical leadership in Gastroenterology
- Current registration with AHPRA
- RACP Fellowship
- Highly developed interpersonal and leadership experience
- A strong commitment to high quality care
- The ability to work as part of a diverse team
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
- Diverse and engaging career opportunities
- Friendly & supportive team
- Flexible working hours
- Salary packaging options
- Career progression in our teaching hospitals
Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:
- All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
- All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
- You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
- Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.
Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
