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.

Position Title: Specialist: Gastroenterologist (with IUS expertise)

Employment Status: Fractional / Fixed Term

Hours per fortnight:

14 hpfn (01/04/2026 – 04/10/2026)

7 hpfn (05/10/2026 – 23/02/2027)

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 Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology is a comprehensive department that manages all aspects of gastrointestinal disorders. It has enthusiastic and caring physicians that specialise in different disciplines within the luminal gastrointestinal tract and hepatopancreatic biliary system. The team is supported by advanced trainees in Gastroenterology and allied health in the form of nurse practitioners, research nurses, nutritionists and research staff.

About the role:

The Successful applicant will be an IBD specialist with expertise in Intestinal Ultrasound (IUS), working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. This role demands strong clinical judgement, clear and effective communication, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic tertiary healthcare environment to support optimal patient outcomes and continuity of care.

Please see attached PD for additional information regarding the role.

About You:

• Registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA) or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia (for international Medical Graduates)
• MBBS or equivalent tertiary qualifications
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) or equivalent specialist qualification
• Demonstrated experience in the management of IBD patients across inpatient and outpatient settings
• Demonstrated competency in Intestinal Ultrasound (IUS) for IBD assessment
• Strong clinical decision‑making skills and the ability to manage complex cases

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?

Upload your resume, cover letter and two references.

For more information please contact: Prof Neeraj Bhala, Academic Director and Head of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, neeraj.bhala@mh.org.au or +61 406 021 290

Don't delay. Apply Now! Recruitment is ongoing, with interviews commencing as soon as suitable candidates are received.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

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.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

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.