Title:  2026 Surgical Hospital Medical Officer (HMO3+) August

2026 Surgical Hospital Medical Offer (HMO3+)

• Excellent Training and Education Opportunities
• Visa Sponsorship and Immigration Support
• Supportive and Inclusive Environment

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.

About the role

Exciting Opportunity for Junior Doctors: Surgical Hospital Medical Officer (HMO3+) at Eastern Health.

Start Date: August 2026

Eastern Health is offering an exceptional opportunity for junior doctors (HMO3+) to further their careers in surgery, starting in August/September 2026. These positions are ideal for those with a passion for surgery and a desire to work across a diverse range of specialties.

As an HMO3+ in the Surgical Stream, you will experience a rich variety of rotations that will help you build comprehensive surgical skills, including:

• Orthopaedics
• Plastic Surgery
• Vascular Surgery
• General Surgery (including rural and outer metropolitan locations)
• ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat)
• Urology
• Intensive Care

You will rotate across Eastern Health’s renowned campuses, gaining exposure to a broad spectrum of surgical cases and working with experts in each field. Our team encourages growth and hands-on experience while maintaining a balanced workload, with HMOs participating in a night/relieving roster.

At Eastern Health, we pride ourselves on offering a supportive and stimulating environment for all junior medical staff. Our Postgraduate Medical Education Unit is dedicated to your success, with:

• A Director of Education and four experienced Supervisors of Junior Doctor Training who provide ongoing mentorship and guidance.
• Dedicated Medical Education Officers ensuring high-quality training and support.
• Comprehensive educational programs, including grand rounds, a junior doctor podcast, and unit-specific educational sessions designed to enhance your learning and career development.

Whether you aim to specialise in surgery or broaden your clinical expertise, Eastern Health provides the ideal setting for your professional journey. We are committed to creating an environment where you can thrive, develop, and achieve your full potential as a surgical doctor.

If you are looking for a dynamic, diverse, and supportive environment to take your surgical career to the next level, Eastern Health is the place for you.

About you 

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Current Registration with AHPRA or Eligibility for Provisional Registration with AHPRA 
• Highly developed interpersonal and leadership experience
• A strong commitment to high quality care
• The ability to work as part of a diverse team

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

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.

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.

Click here to view the Position Description

Contact Person: Tracy Waller

Contact Number: 9895 3469

Contact Email: docsgoeast@easternhealth.org.au

Job Posting End Date: 10/05/2026

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1) | Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469. [TA for Non Medical roles, MWU for Medical roles]

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