Eastern Health · location not stated, VIC
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Caution: Blocks must be >=10 continuous weeks in one unit; nights and relief excluded.
Caution: PGY3+ only; last 5 years.
Caution: Intern year does not count toward the 52 weeks. More than one year post-intern makes you RPLE-eligible to skip the AGPT hospital term.
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General & Surgical HMO3+ | Term 4 (November 2026 - February 2027)
Full Time Fixed-Term | 4-Month Contract.
Ideal for PGY3+ doctors seeking to broaden their clinical experience before their next career step.
Broaden your experience. Build your confidence. Shape your future.
About the role
Take the next step in your career with Eastern Health. We are seeking HMO3+ doctors to join our team for Term 4, commencing November 2026.
Whether you're pursuing Emergency Medicine, Surgery, General Practice or General Medicine, or seeking full-time employment between training years, our General and Surgical HMO opportunities offer valuable clinical exposure, hands-on learning and dedicated support to help shape your career.
You’ll gain experience across diverse specialties and complex clinical presentations, with opportunities to develop your:
Clinical decision-making and judgement
Procedural and operative skills
Patient assessment and management
Multidisciplinary teamwork and communication
Handover, prioritisation and discharge planning
You will be supported by experienced supervisors, structured education programs, and dedicated medical and surgical education leaders within a collaborative environment that values learning, development and wellbeing.
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 Numb er: 03 9895 3469
Contact Email: docsgoeast@easternhealth.org.au
Job Posting End Date: 2 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
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