Chief Medical Officer, Austin Health

We are seeking a visionary, compassionate, and systems-focused senior medical leader to join our executive team as Chief Medical Officer (CMO).

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and leading a team of 9–10 direct reports, the CMO plays a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of medical services, clinical governance, patient safety, and medical workforce development. You will hold executive accountability for Pathology, Pharmacy, Clinical Ethics, Patient Safety & Clinical Excellence and the Medical Workforce Unit.

About Austin Health

Austin Health is a major tertiary health service and one of Victoria’s leading centres for complex care, clinical research, and education. Our network includes Austin Hospital, the Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital, and Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre, serving a broad and diverse community.

We are proudly values-led, guided by our principles: We care, We bring our best, Together we achieve, and We shape the future. These values underpin our commitment to quality, cultural safety, equity, inclusion, and continuous learning.

With strong affiliations to the University of Melbourne and a growing research focus, we are also active contributors to the broader health system through our participation in local health service networks and state-wide initiatives.

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Our values reflect what we want to be known for. They shape our culture and the behaviours, practices, and mindsets of our people. Our values will help us achieve what we set to do over the next five years.

Our actions show we care: We are inclusive and considerate. We appreciate one another, always listening and interacting with compassion.

We bring our best: We are guided by the needs of our patients, bringing commitment, integrity and energy to everything we do. We are passionate about delivering excellence.

Together we achieve: Our culture of collaboration means we work openly with our people, our community and beyond to achieve great outcomes.

We shape the future: Through research, education and learning we innovate, exploring new opportunities that will change healthcare for the better.

Ref #: Please use this reference number when applying: A041575
Application deadline: Tuesday 13th February 2026
Please send us your application as soon as possible as we are continuously assessing candidates for this assignment.
All applications must include the following information so the panel can assess your suitability:
• Your current CV or resume;
• A covering letter (1 - 2 pages) informing the panel of your motivations and relevant experience for this position.