Title: 2027 General Hospital Medical Officer (HMO3+)
Eastern Health, VIC, AU, 3128
2027 General Hospital Medical Officer (HMO3+)
- Temporary full-time | February 2027 commencement
- Continuous learning culture | Participate in workshops, training, and development programs
- Supportive workplace culture | Focus on employee wellbeing and development
Eastern Health is one of Victoria's largest public health services. As a values-led, integrated service united by our Healthier Together promise, we deliver high-quality care, support and service to a broad and diverse community across Melbourne’s east and beyond.
About the role
Join Eastern Health as an HMO3+ from February 2027 and gain valuable experience across Emergency Medicine, Surgery and Mental Health. Whether you have a clear specialty pathway in mind or are still exploring your options, these roles provide an excellent foundation for your future career, with broad exposure to a diverse range of specialties and comprehensive clinical experiences designed to support your professional growth and career development.
You will rotate across Eastern Health’s campuses, gaining broad clinical experience and the opportunity to work alongside skilled medical professionals in a variety of fields. You will also participate in a night/relieving roster, gaining a full spectrum of hands-on experience in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Rotations may include:
- General Medicine and Specialty Medicine
- General Surgery and specialty surgery
- Sub-Acute - Aged Care/Rehab/Pall Care/Aged Psych
- Emergency Medicine (Accredited with 20% of Paediatric Patient Presentations)
- Mental Health with exposure to both community and IPU
We are committed to supporting your professional growth and development. Our Postgraduate Medical Education Unit is dedicated to ensuring you thrive in your medical career, with:
- A Director of Education and four experienced Supervisors of Junior Doctor Training, providing expert mentorship and guidance
- Medical Education Officers who offer continuous support throughout your rotations
- Extensive educational resources, including grand rounds, a junior doctor podcast, and unit-specific educational programs to enhance your learning and skills
Whether you have a clear specialty pathway in mind or are still exploring your options, Eastern Health offers a dynamic and diverse environment where you can discover your areas of interest while benefiting from high-quality training and support. These roles provide an excellent opportunity to gain broad clinical exposure, build valuable skills, and establish a strong foundation for a successful medical career. Be part of a team that values learning, collaboration and excellence in patient care, while supporting you to achieve your professional goals.
What you’ll bring
- Current registration or eligibility for provisional registration with AHPRA
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks
- A strong commitment to high-quality care
- The ability to work as part of a diverse team
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
What we offer
Being part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts. We offer a range of benefits including:
- Investment in your career through continuous learning, mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to progress into specialist, leadership or advanced practice pathways.
- Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, study and professional development leave, and leave purchasing options.
- Wellbeing support through fitness programs, confidential employee assistance services for you and your family, and 24/7 access to a range of support resources.
- Financial incentives to help you make the most of your earnings, including salary packaging through Maxxia, novated leasing options, and employee discounts on health insurance, banking and more.
Interested in joining us?
If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we'd encourage you to apply and share what you can bring to the role.
You must be eligible to work in Australia. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early applications as the advertisement may close prior to the closing date.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview, and all applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application. Appointment to this position is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, compliance with mandatory vaccination requirements, including annual influenza vaccination, and evidence of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases where required.
Click here to view our Candidate Guide and learn more about our recruitment process.
Our commitments
- 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 across the communities we serve and within our Eastern Health team.
- We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.
- As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
- We are shaping a culture that delivers exceptional care for our community, and an exceptional experience for all the people who make it possible.
Please click here to view the position description.
Contact Person: Andrea McCormack
Contact Number: 03 9895 3469
Contact Email: docsgoeast@easternhealth.org.au
Job Posting End Date: Thursday 29 October 2026
Need help submitting your application?
Contact the person listed in the advertisement or our Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469 for support, including discussing any adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.
Our Values in Action
Respect for all | Safe and welcoming | Partnering in care | Innovate, learn and lead