Applications are opening for Locum Specialists to join the Palliative Care Consultancy Service at Alfred Care Group for more than one position.

Appointments will be offered as fixed term covering leave until end of January 2027 and the number of sessions may be flexible depending on service operation needs and candidate preference. We welcome further discussion regarding your preferred working arrangement and encourage applicants to outline this in your cover letter.

The work is varied and we have an effective multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive support. This position requires participation in an outpatient clinic and may include supervision of junior staff and inpatient care. On-call responsibilities and travel between campuses may be required.

Qualifications and Skills Required

Our preferred candidate must possess the following experience and attributes:

• Appointees must be legally qualified medical practitioners, registered or registrable with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) without conditions, undertakings or reprimands that could impact on their clinical practice
• Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians
• Demonstrable relevant knowledge and experience in Palliative Care
• Formal training in palliative care is essential
• Acute hospital experience is highly desirable
• Demonstrable relevant knowledge and experience in Palliative Care Medicine is required as well as meeting Alfred Care Group requirements for credentialing and scope of practice in Palliative Care Medicine
• Outstanding communication skills, including well-developed conflict resolution skills
• Ability to liaise well with other staff at all levels
• Demonstrated flexibility in problem solving and the capability to develop and sustain highly collaborative relationships with others/other teams

Enquiries:

Dr Michelle Gold – Head of Unit Palliative Care
email: [email protected]
Telephone: 03 9076 6909 or via switchboard 9076 2000