Staff Specialist Consultant Geriatrician, Central Gippsland Health
Sale Victoria, Australia
Central Gippsland Health is seeking an experienced and collaborative Consultant Geriatrician to provide specialist clinical expertise, professional leadership and high-quality medical care across its integrated health services.
Reporting to the Head of Unit, the Consultant Geriatrician will provide senior medical support across General Medicine, the Emergency Department and Critical Care Unit, while holding responsibility for the clinical leadership and oversight of the Specialist Dementia Care Unit.
About the Central Gippsland Health
Central Gippsland Health (CGH) is a major provider of health and residential aged care services across the Wellington Shire, serving an immediate population of approximately 42,000 people and providing specialist services to the wider East Gippsland community.
Operating across Sale, Maffra and Heyfield, CGH delivers an integrated range of acute, subacute, rehabilitation, aged care, outpatient and community health services. Its facilities include more than 110 acute beds, approximately 180 residential aged care beds, a 24-hour Emergency Department, critical care services, operating theatres and specialist clinical services.
Why Join Central Gippsland Health?
Make a Meaningful Clinical Impact – Deliver specialist care that supports the health, independence and wellbeing of older people across Central Gippsland.
Lead Specialist Dementia Care – Provide clinical leadership and oversight of the Specialist Dementia Care Unit.
Work Across Integrated Health Services – Contribute to coordinated care spanning hospital, rehabilitation, residential aged care and community settings.
Support the Next Generation of Clinicians – Participate in medical education, supervision and professional development.
Influence Service Development – Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement and the ongoing development of regional healthcare services.
Enjoy a Regional Lifestyle – Build your career in Sale, with access to the communities and natural environment of Gippsland.
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Ref #: Please use this reference number when applying: A042468
Application deadline: Tuesday, 1st December 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.
Please take note of the reference number found under section “How to apply”. This is needed for us to process any application.