Title:  General & Surgical HMO3+ | Term 4 (Commencing November 2026)

General & Surgical HMO3+ | Term 4 (Commencing November 2026)

• Full Time Fixed-Term Opportunities| 4-Month or 16-Month Contracts Available
• Ideal for PGY3+ doctors seeking to broaden their clinical experience before their next career step.
• Build your confidence. Shape your future.

About the role

Looking to expand your clinical experience, explore future career pathways, or bridge the gap before your next training program?

Eastern Health is seeking motivated HMO3+ doctors to join our General and Surgical streams for Term 4, commencing November 2026.

We are offering:

• 16-month contracts (November 2026 to February 2028)
• 4-month contracts (November 2026 to February 2027)

These opportunities are ideal for doctors seeking flexibility between training years, considering different specialty pathways, or looking to gain valuable experience in a supportive and dynamic health service.

Rotations available in Term 4
We have the following rotations available for doctors commencing in Term 4 (November 2026):

• Emergency Medicine
• General Medicine
• Rehabilitation Medicine, Aged Care, Palliative Care and Aged Psychiatry
• General Surgery
• Plastic Surgery

For doctors appointed to a 16-month contract, rotations from February 2027 onwards will align with the standard Eastern Health General and Surgical HMO program.

Seeking a 12-month contract from February 2027? Apply here.

About you 

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Current AHPRA registration
• Completion of PGY2 and eligibility to commence work at HMO3 level or higher
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills
• A commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The ability to work effectively within a diverse multidisciplinary team

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment. Those that are offered and/or start between January and April do not require an up to date vaccination for Influenza to progress providing they are aware of its requirement later in the year. Those that are offered and/or start between May and December require the up to date Influenza vaccination prior to offer.

About Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Mentor and Shadowing program 
• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites 
• Study and professional development leave 
• Friendly & supportive teams
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 
• Fitness Passport for work-life balance 
• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones 
• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements 
• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme 
• Access to Private Health Insurance offers 
• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training 
• Cafes at all of our Hospitals 

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date.
• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

Please click here to view the Surgical HMO3+ position description

Please click here to view the General HMO3+ position description

Contact Person: Tracy Waller 

Contact Number: 03 9895 3469 

Contact Email: docsgoeast@easternhealth.org.au 

Job Posting End Date: 23 October 2026

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469. 

Click Here for the Candidate Guide also for help in our recruitment process!

Our Values in Action:

Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day