ME Medical Recruitment is recruiting a full-time Consultant Geriatrician for Central Gippsland Health in Sale, Victoria. The role spans acute, subacute, rehabilitation and community settings, providing clinical leadership in geriatric medicine.

It offers a regional lifestyle with strong multidisciplinary teamwork and opportunities to shape services for older adults. You will join a growing team dedicated to excellent patient outcomes and a balanced regional practice in Gippsland, two hours from

Full time ME Medical Recruitment Australia

Posted On 24/09/2026

Job Information Medical

700,000

City Sale

State/Province Victoria

3850

Job Description ME Medical Recruitment is recruiting for a full time Geriatrician.

This is a regional location two hours drive from Melbourne and is a sub-regional health service and the major provider of health and aged care services in the Wellington Shire. We arelocated in the City of Sale which is 215 km east of Melbourne. The City is an ideal access point for the magnificent Gippsland Lakes, 90 Mile Beach and the Victorian Alps.

Consultant Geriatrician Shape the future of Geriatric Medicine while enjoying an exceptional regional lifestyle. Are you looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference, enjoy clinical variety, and achieve a better work-life balance?

We are seeking a Consultant Geriatrician to join a growing team of specialist physicians. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of geriatric services in a progressive regional health service while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of living in this beautiful area.

Working across acute, subacute, rehabilitation and community settings, you'll provide expert care to an ageing population, collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team, and help shape innovative models of care that improve patient outcomes.

Whether you're an established Consultant or an internationally qualified specialist seeking a supportive pathway to practise in Australia, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Choose Central Gippsland Health You will find more than just a job-you'll build a rewarding career in a health service that values clinical excellence, collaboration and innovation.

On offer:

• Competitive remuneration under the Victorian Medical Specialists Enterprise Agreement (Years 1-9)
• Excellent salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
• A diverse clinical practice across inpatient, rehabilitation and community services
• The opportunity to shape and grow Geriatric Medicine within a supportive regional health service
• Strong multidisciplinary and physician support
• Teaching and mentoring opportunities with Interns and Physician Trainees
• A culture that supports professional development, research and quality improvement
• Modern facilities with comprehensive specialist services
• Genuine work-life balance with minimal commuting and more time for what matters

Discover the Gippsland Lifestyle Imagine finishing work and being minutes from stunning beaches, lakes, national parks and award-winning wineries.

Based in the vibrant regional city just over two hours from Melbourne-you'll enjoy:

• Affordable housing and an outstanding quality of life
• Excellent schools and family-friendly communities
• Easy access to Lakes, 90 Mile Beach and the Victorian High Country
• Outdoor activities including boating, fishing, hiking and cycling
• The perfect balance between career opportunity and lifestyle

Regional practice offers something city hospitals often can't-the chance to know your patients, influence service delivery and enjoy a truly balanced way of life.

This is a major provider of acute, aged care and community health services for the Shire and surrounding regions, serving a population of more than 42,000 people.

Our integrated health service includes:

• More than 110 acute beds
• Approximately 180 residential aged care beds
• Rehabilitation and community health services
• A 24-hour Emergency Department
• Intensive Care and Coronary Care Unit
• Operating Theatres and Day Procedure Unit
• Oncology and Renal Dialysis services
• Home-based care and outpatient services

Our Medical Services Division includes General Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Cardiology, Intensive Care, Emergency Medicine, Respiratory and Sleep Medicine, Oncology and Renal Services. As a teaching hospital affiliated with Monash University's School of Rural Health, we are committed to education, research and developing the next generation of clinicians.

The Opportunity As Consultant Geriatrician, you'll provide specialist clinical leadership across Geriatric Medicine while contributing to General Medicine and supporting rehabilitation, subacute and community-based services.

This is a highly rewarding role where you'll work closely with fellow Physicians, nursing and allied health teams to deliver comprehensive, person-centred care that promotes independence, healthy ageing and coordinated patient journeys.

Your work will include:

• Provide thorough geriatric assessments and manage inpatient cases with a dedicated focus on person-centered care.
• Execute acute and subacute ward rounds to guarantee superior patient management standards.
• Supervise rehabilitation programs, including Home-based and Better at Home services.
• Conduct clinical evaluations for patients attending the Community Hospital.
• Lead specialized outpatient clinics designed to deliver targeted care for older adults.
• Offer clinical leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor and supervise junior medical staff and trainees through structured teaching and supervision initiatives.
• Spearhead quality improvement projects, clinical governance frameworks, and service development strategies.
• Partner with general medicine and allied health professionals to ensure seamless patient care pathways.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and expansion of Geriatric Medicine services within the organization.

About You

• Current registration (or eligibility for registration) with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in Geriatric Medicine, or equivalent qualifications recognised by the RACP
• Applicants assessed by the RACP as substantially or partially comparable, including those suitable for Area of Need appointments, are encouraged to apply
• Experience in Geriatric and General Medicine within an acute hospital environment
• A commitment to multidisciplinary, patient-centred care
• Strong communication, leadership and teaching skills
• A collaborative approach and passion for improving services for older Australians

What We Offer We believe great clinicians deserve a workplace where they can thrive.

• Competitive remuneration
• Salary packaging
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-site parking
• A welcoming, collaborative culture
• Opportunities to influence service development
• Excellent work-life balance in one of Victoria's most liveable regional communities

Summary This is a premier provider of acute, aged care, and community health services, is actively recruiting a committed Consultant Geriatrician to enhance its specialist medical division. Situated in a vibrant regional setting approximately two hours from Melbourne, this position presents a distinctive chance to influence the trajectory of geriatric medicine while enjoying an outstanding quality of life. The ideal candidate will offer expert clinical direction across various environments, ranging from acute and subacute care to rehabilitation and community-based settings. This role is perfectly suited for established consultants or internationally trained specialists aiming to significantly improve patient outcomes within a supportive atmosphere that champions clinical excellence, professional growth, and a harmonious work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Provide thorough geriatric assessments and manage inpatient cases with a dedicated focus on person-centered care.
• Execute acute and subacute ward rounds to guarantee superior patient management standards.
• Supervise rehabilitation programs, including Home-based and Better at Home services.
• Conduct clinical evaluations for patients attending the Community Hospital.
• Lead specialized outpatient clinics designed to deliver targeted care for older adults.
• Offer clinical leadership and guidance to multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor and supervise junior medical staff and trainees through structured teaching and supervision initiatives.
• Spearhead quality improvement projects, clinical governance frameworks, and service development strategies.
• Partner with general medicine and allied health professionals to ensure seamless patient care pathways.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and expansion of Geriatric Medicine services within the organization.

Requirements

• Maintain current registration or be eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Hold a Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in Geriatric Medicine or possess equivalent qualifications recognized by the RACP.
• Applicants evaluated by the RACP as substantially or partially comparable, including those suitable for Area of Need appointments, are encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrate relevant experience in Geriatric and General Medicine within an acute hospital environment.
• Show a strong commitment to multidisciplinary, patient-focused care models.
• Exhibit excellent communication, leadership, and teaching capabilities.
• Maintain a collaborative professional approach with a passion for enhancing services for the aging population.