Consultant - Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery

Work in an environment that offers:

• Relocation support assistance
• Temporary accommodation assistance provided
• Support for career progression and development
• An opportunity to work with a leading regional health service
• The advantage of living and working in a vibrant regional setting

The Position

Job Reference: 1524

Position Title: Consultant - Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery
Classification: HN16 – HN59 (Medical Specialist Year 1 – 9)

Salary per hour (exc. super): Year 1 Specialist $156.29 to Year 9 $215.80

Hours per fortnight: FTE and Hours Negotiable

Employment Status: Permanent – Fractional / Staff Specialist

Closing date: 08/12/2024

You will be a suitably experienced Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon seeking a rewarding career through your contribution to a large and rapidly growing regional tertiary referral hospital with a role in teaching and the professional development of Interns, HMOs and Registrars. As a consultant surgeon you will be expected to practice within your scope of practice and will be subject to Bendigo Health’s Credentialing Committee’s jurisdiction whist working in Bendigo Health. The department offers flexibility and welcomes interest from surgeons who may be seeking Full-Time Staff Specialist or Part-Time Fractional appointments.

As a consultant Plastic Surgeon, you will provide clinical management and treatment of patients in the Loddon mallee region and will have the opportunity to support and develop plastic and reconstructive surgery services and research within the department. In addition to outpatient sessions, there will be scheduled Fee for Service (FFS) operating lists as part of this appointment.

Bendigo Health is looking for passionate professionals dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of our vibrant regional community. As a part of our team, you’ll play a key role in advancing our healthcare services, delivering high-quality, compassionate care that makes a real difference. If you are a Plastic Surgeon looking for a role that offers career growth, high earning potential and a work life balance - this opportunity is highly worthwhile and deserves your consideration.

Working with Bendigo Health

Bendigo Health are a leader in regional health care, combining outstanding services with a strong education, training and personal development culture.

Created by our community in the 1850s, we have a long, proud history of delivering excellent care to our community.

Our organisation is diverse, welcoming and committed to delivering our vision of Excellent Care. Every Person, Every Time.

Bendigo Health has around 5000 staff and a catchment area covering a quarter of the size of Victoria. The three main campuses of Bendigo Health are in Bendigo, with many services extended to regional settings including areas such as Mildura, Echuca, Swan Hill, Kyneton and Castlemaine.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits for our staff, including: 

• Staff health and wellbeing programs
• Career development and education opportunities
• Generous salary packaging opportunities, to increase your take-home pay each fortnight
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Use of staff gym and pool and access to other fitness facilities through fitness passport program

If successful for a position at Bendigo Health you must provide evidence of your full immunisation record as part of the on boarding process.

Your New Division

The Clinical Operations Division encompasses acute, allied health, cancer, dental and mental health services.  We provide a wide range of general medical, surgical and specialty services including but not limited to; Oncology, Cardiology, Renal, Emergency, Women’s and Children’s, Critical Care, Specialist Clinics, Cancer Clinics and Mental Health Services. Our Allied Health teams provide a diverse range of programs and person centred care in inpatient, outpatient, community, home and residential care settings.

Bendigo Region

Bendigo is one of Victoria’s largest regional cities making it a great city to live and work in. Bendigo provides services for the region’s population of over 320,000 and so the city offers excellent schools, shopping and cultural precincts, sporting facilities and various tertiary facilities. We can offer generous flexible working arrangements - giving you more time to enjoy the fantastic restaurants, beautiful parks, walking trails and wineries within our region.

Interested?

We’d love to hear from you!  Please ensure that you attach a cover letter and an up-to-date copy of your resume.  

Need more information?  Please contact Mr Graeme Campbell (Clinical Director - Surgical Services) on 03 5454 8838 for a confidential discussion.  

Diversity and Inclusion

Bendigo Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from a diverse cultural background, people with disabilities and or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

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