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Director, Medical & Counselling


Company : University of Canberra


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2026-03-19


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Lead a high-impact health and wellbeing service at the University of Canberra Great benefits, negotiable senior management salary (+17% Super) + Bulk Billing for clinical practice 5-years Fixed Term Opportunity (Full time, 35 hrs a week, flexible arrangement options potential) Ever thought about an interstate change? Close enough to the snow, the NSW south coast, the country, the mountains, the city, Canberra is an eclectic hub for culture and arts, great for families with hardly any traffic, Australias capital city has it all! The University of Canberra is recruiting an exciting role for an experienced clinical leader and specialist GP to shape the strategic direction, governance and operational excellence of our Medical and Counselling Centre , an essential service supporting the wellbeing of our students, staff and broader community. About the role: Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, you will lead a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, integrated medical and mental health services. This role combines operational leadership, health strategy, risk management, and dedicated clinical practice time to maintain continuity of care and model clinical excellence. You will play a pivotal role in: Setting the strategic vision for campus health & wellbeing Leading clinical governance, quality, accreditation and risk management Providing expert advice on health policy and emerging health issues Managing critical incidents and complex health risks Driving innovative wellbeing initiatives across the University community About you: You are a collaborative, strategic leader with deep clinical experience and the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams. You bring strong governance capability, sound judgement, and a passion for improving health outcomes in a diverse and dynamic environment. Specialist GP (MBBS) with senior clinical and leadership experience Current AHPRA registration Experience mentoring and leading clinical staff Knowledge of accredited medical practice standards Experience managing critical incidents and community health risks FRACGP (or equivalent) highly desirable Eligibility for a Medicare provider number (ACT) What we can offer you: Excellent conditions and benefits including salary packaging Flexible working arrangements Relocation assistance (if applicable) Guided by our "Reconnected" strategy, were committed to innovation, equity, and accessibility, creating opportunities for meaningful change through education and research, both locally and globally. Eligibility: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission. How to apply: To be considered for this position, we require your CV and a cover letter explaining your suitability to the role. Please ensure you take the time to align your CV with the Position Description requirements. For more information on the role and recruitment questions, please contact Sandy Demeester-Pohl, Talent Solutions Manager on 02 6201 2133 or email [email protected]. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us. #J-18808-Ljbffr