Medical Specialist - Emergency

Emergency Physician

Ballarat | Flexible Fraction | VMO or Staff Specialist

ACEM Fellowship (or near‑Fellowship) | AHPRA Registered

Why this role?

This is an opportunity to practice high‑quality emergency medicine in a consultant‑led, well‑resourced regional trauma service, with genuine flexibility and a sustainable roster.

Grampians Health Emergency Department is growing, well supported, and collegial — offering senior emergency physicians the chance to enjoy interesting work without metro‑level pressure or burnout.

The Emergency Department

• ~57,000 presentations per year
• 28% paediatric caseload
• Regional trauma service with broad acuity
• Dedicated Fast Track
• Separate 12‑bed Short Stay Unit
• Increasing acuity and admission complexity
• Strong multidisciplinary support

The department manages a broad mix from major trauma to complex medical emergencies and primary care, across all age groups.

The role

We are seeking ACEM Fellows (or those nearing Fellowship) to join a cohesive, supportive specialist group, with options to work:

• Full Time
• Fractional / part‑time
• VMO

Rosters are flexible and negotiable, with:

• Predictable patterns available
• Attractive on‑call and weekend arrangements
• Access to non‑clinical time
• Genuine support from experienced FACEM colleagues

What you’ll enjoy

• Practising consultant‑level emergency medicine in a well‑staffed, consultant‑led environment
• Strong registrar and junior medical staff engagement
• A culture that values teaching, quality improvement, and teamwork
• The ability to balance clinical work with education, leadership, and service development — at a pace that is sustainable

What we’re looking for

• FACEM, or eligible for Fellowship of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine
• AHPRA registration
• Strong clinical skills with a collaborative approach
• Interest in teaching, mentoring, and service improvement
• Commitment to high standards of patient‑centred care

What’s on offer

• Highest fractional VMO rates
• Generous allowances (including professional expenses, phone allowance and medical indemnity)
• Preservation of Long Service Leave
• Flexible rostering and fixed hour options
• Salary packaging benefits

About Ballarat

Ballarat is Victoria’s largest regional city — offering:

• Excellent schools and education options
• Vibrant food, arts and café culture
• Easy access to Melbourne, Geelong and Bendigo
• Outstanding lifestyle, housing affordability, and work‑life balance

It is an ideal location for emergency physicians seeking career satisfaction without metro fatigue.

Interested?

To apply, click APPLY.

For a confidential discussion about the role or rostering options, please contact:

Jason Fletcher
Acting Head of Unit – Emergency Department - 0417 359 608.

Applications will be reviewed as received and the role will close once filled.