The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Hospital Medical Officer – Orthopaedic Surgery PRE SET

This is a 12-month Fixed term Full Time position commencing 01 February 2027 suitable for PGY3+ doctors holding current General Registration with AHPRA

HMO Orthopaedic Surgery PRE SET PD

Reference Template for download

The Royal Melbourne is one of Victoria’s largest hospitals providing a comprehensive range of health services including acute, sub-acute, general, and specialist medical services throughout inpatient and community-based facilities. We are also a proud part of the world-renowned Melbourne Biomedical Precinct, working in collaboration to advance research for continuous improvement of clinical care.

Unit Description:

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of two level one trauma centres in Victoria and deals with large volumes of pelvic and acetabular fractures. The Orthopaedic Department is the busiest Department in the Hospital and an integral part of a Level 1 Trauma Centre.  There are daily outpatient clinic, theatre lists and ward rounds.  There is a weekly academic meeting involving case presentations and discussion topics.  This is followed by a radiology review meeting.  The Orthopaedic Department is situated on the 7th Floor, with access to modern computers and the Internet.  A full departmental library is also provided with access to all current journals.

About the role:

This position provides prized surgical experience and patient management opportunities, ideal for candidates attempting to enter the surgical training program. The position will be highly competitive, and the selection process will be rigorous. Please ensure that you give thought to your application, and that you submit a concise and compliant application.

About You:

• Current General Registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• MBBS or equivalent tertiary qualifications
• Must be PGY3+
• Ability to work in a team
• Well-developed communication and presentation skills.

Application Instructions:

Please upload to your application.

• Cover Letter 
• Current Curriculum Vitae 
• References are required to be submitted at time of application
• Referees – Download reference Template (upload directly to application) or email to ditrecruitment@mh.org.au

Benefits:

• A Values based organisation offering great prospects for career diversity and professional advancement, including training and research opportunities, and access to mentorship and leadership programs.
• Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Programs including On-site staff gym, Staff Medical Service, Employee Assistance Program, Peer Support Program - run by our dedicated employees.
• Salary packaging options, discounted onsite car parking, close to public transport.
  
  

Interested?

Apply via MH Careers and upload you Resume and Cover Letter

Find out more about The Royal Melbourne Hospital

Find out more about Orthopaedic Surgery at The Royal Melbourne Hospital

For more information, please contact Rachel Taylor Orthopaedic Surgery PA - Rachel.Taylor@mh.org.au

Don't delay. Apply Now! Recruitment is ongoing, with interviews commencing as soon as suitable candidates are received and the position may close early.

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The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

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As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.