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Are you passionate about driving change in aged care delivery and shaping innovative service models?Head Medical is seeking a Consultant Geriatrician to join an expanding and forward thinking medical team in the beautiful northwest of Victoria. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a dynamic, community-integrated geriatric service, designed to reduce avoidable admissions, improve care transitions, and build sustainable services for an ageing population.This newly created role bridges inpatient care with community-based supports - bringing aged care closer to home and aligning with national best-practice standards.Newly established position focused on community-integrated geriatric careWork across inpatient, subacute, community, and remote settingsCollaborate with two resident geriatricians and a multidisciplinary care teamKey contributor to Timely Emergency Care Collaborative (TECC) initiativesAttractive remuneration package up to $422,000 and relocation assistanceThe RoleThis is a unique opportunity to shape the delivery of geriatric care across multiple settings. Based within MBPHs Community Services Department, you will collaborate closely with acute inpatient teams, GPs, and outreach services to ensure older patients receive the most appropriate care in the right setting - whether through direct admission, Geriatric Evaluation Management at home, inpatient rehab, or community supports.Your responsibilities will include:Providing comprehensive geriatric assessments and care planningManaging elderly inpatients and supporting subacute admissionsParticipating in outpatient clinics, post-discharge reviews, and ward roundsDelivering remote and telehealth consults where appropriateLiaising with GPs, community teams, and allied health to ensure continuity of careContributing to service design and process improvementsTeaching and mentoring junior doctors and medical studentsLeading quality improvement activities, M&M meetings, and clinical auditsSupporting research, innovation, and professional development initiativesParticipating in on-call services and the Physician roster as requiredThis is a pivotal clinical leadership role within a growing department committed to patient-centred, future-focused care for older adults.RequirementsEligible applicants will hold FRACP in Geriatric Medicine or equivalent international qualifications, such as CCT in Geriatric Medicine (UK), CSCST in Geriatric Medicine (Ireland), or Board Certification in Geriatric Medicine and Internal Medicine (USA), with completion of accredited specialist training programmes in their respective countries.Significant recent clinical experience in public hospital renal servicesEvidence of involvement in quality assurance and clinical governanceTeaching or clinical education experienceResearch background or interest in clinical innovationThe LocationMildura is a vibrant regional city on the banks of the Murray River, offering a unique blend of lifestyle and opportunity. With over 300 days of sunshine a year, an incredible local food and wine scene, and easy access to both Melbourne and Adelaide (via direct flights), Mildura is a fantastic place to live and work.Award-winning local produce, markets, and vineyardsHouse prices and cost of living well below metropolitan areasOutdoor lifestyle: river activities, national parks, golf, cycling, and moreExcellent public and private schoolingEasy domestic connections and gateway to outback adventuresWhat Head Medical can do for youArranging a position overseas is very exciting, but we understand that it can also be daunting and time consuming. Were the UKs specialist in international medical recruitment and weve helped many Doctors relocate since we first started out in 2008 (you can read what people have said about working with us on our testimonials page). We know its important to balance career opportunities with lifestyle and well talk through your plans and will get to know you to make sure we find the right role in the right location.Once we have secured a job for you, well manage the Medical Registration and Visa application process and support you (and your family) with the relocation itself. #J-18808-Ljbffr