Palliative Care Consultant

Consultant Palliative Care PhysicianMajor Regional Tertiary Health Service | VictoriaMake a Meaningful Difference in One of Victoria’s Leading Regional Health Services An outstanding opportunity exists for a Consultant Palliative Care Physician to join one of Australia’s largest and most respected regional health services.

This role offers the chance to deliver truly patient-centred care within a comprehensive and well-established palliative care service supporting patients and families across both inpatient and community settings.

Working alongside highly experienced multidisciplinary teams, Oncology, Haematology, General Medicine and community providers, you will play a key role in providing compassionate, evidence-based care while contributing to education, service development, and clinical leadership.

This position is ideal for physicians seeking professional fulfilment, long-term stability, and an exceptional regional lifestyle.

The Opportunity Join a specialist Palliative Care Service delivering integrated care across a large regional catchment.

You Will

• Provide specialist palliative medicine services across inpatient and community settings
• Deliver holistic, patient-centred care for patients with life-limiting illness
• Work closely with Oncology, Haematology, General Medicine and community providers
• Participate in multidisciplinary care planning and family meetings
• Support education, mentoring, and clinical governance activities
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives

This role offers the opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients and families while working within a highly collaborative and supportive clinical environment.

About The Service The Palliative Care Service Includes

• Dedicated inpatient palliative care beds
• Specialist hospital consultation service
• Community-based palliative care programs
• Integrated Oncology and Haematology support
• Multidisciplinary nursing, allied health and psychosocial services
• Strong clinical governance and service development framework

The service is recognised for its patient-centred philosophy, collaborative culture, and commitment to delivering high-quality end-of-life care across the region.

The Hospital This major regional tertiary health service provides care across a large and diverse catchment population and offers:

• More than 600 inpatient beds
• Comprehensive secondary and tertiary-level services
• Modern facilities and expanding specialist programs
• Strong teaching and research culture
• Undergraduate and postgraduate medical training
• Supportive executive and clinical leadership

This is an organisation committed to innovation, education, and delivering outstanding healthcare outcomes.

Why Join?Clinical Benefits

• Comprehensive inpatient and community palliative care model
• Strong integration with Oncology and Haematology services
• Well-established multidisciplinary team structure
• Meaningful and rewarding clinical practice
• Opportunities for leadership, teaching, and service development

International Applicants Welcome Support Is Available For

• RACP Specialist Assessment pathways
• AHPRA registration processes
• Substantially Comparable specialists
• Partially Comparable specialists progressing toward Fellowship

International Medical Graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Lifestyle & Location Located approximately two hours from Melbourne, this thriving regional centre offers an exceptional quality of life.

Enjoy

• Affordable housing and excellent schools
• Vibrant arts, food, and wine culture
• Outstanding sporting and recreational facilities
• Beautiful regional landscapes and outdoor activities
• Easy access to Melbourne and regional Victoria
• Family-friendly communities and short commutes

This is a rare opportunity to enjoy the benefits of a major tertiary health service while achieving genuine work-life balance.

Requirements Applicants Should Possess

• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (Palliative Medicine) or equivalent specialist qualification
• Specialist Registration with AHPRA, or eligibility for registration
• Demonstrated expertise in Palliative Medicine
• Commitment to multidisciplinary, patient-centred care

Applications Are Welcomed From

• Australian and New Zealand trained specialists
• International Medical Graduates assessed by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians as Partially Comparable or Substantially Comparable

Why This Role? ✔ Major tertiary-level regional health service

✔ Established and respected palliative care program

✔ Strong multidisciplinary support and governance

✔ Teaching and leadership opportunities

✔ IMG pathway support available

✔ Excellent lifestyle close to Melbourne

Make a lasting impact on patients, families, and the broader community while building a rewarding long-term career in regional Victoria.

For a confidential discussion, contact us today.