Dhelkaya Health is a fresh approach to healthcare that is deeply human. Our name, 'Dhelkaya,' derived from Dja Dja Wurrung language, translates to 'being healthy’. It embodies our mission to foster health and wellbeing within our community.
Our deep understanding of local knowledge and community needs allows us to address the unique challenges faced by our diverse population. Our history is rich, but our commitment to innovation and evidence-based care ensures that we're constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our community.
Dhelkaya Health’s main campuses are in Castlemaine and Maldon. We also run an Information Hub in central Castlemaine and the Tarrengower Health Service in Maldon. From these locations and across the community, we deliver personalised patient services, residential care, maternity services, NDIS, and community wellbeing services.
We value diversity and our staff are encouraged to draw from their identity and culture in being part of a workforce that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive.
Dhelkaya Health - Healthier Together.
Position Title: Expression of Interest: Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract Part-time until 18th December 2026 (One 3.5-hour session per week)
This is a pilot program, and it is our intention that the role continue beyond the pilot phase as an ongoing position.
Role description
Dhelkaya Health is seeking expressions of interest from experienced and passionate Obstetricians and Gynaecologists to support the establishment of our new Public Women's Clinic while contributing to our well-established maternity service.
This exciting opportunity offers the chance to help shape an innovative, multidisciplinary women's health service designed to provide accessible, person-centred care for women across our region. Working alongside General Practitioner Obstetricians (GPOs), midwives, nurses, allied health professionals and administrative staff, you will play a key role in delivering comprehensive and evidence-based women's health care.
The Public Women's Clinic will be introduced through a staged implementation, with a long-term vision of a fully integrated service offering specialist gynaecological care, nurse-led triage, booked appointments and collaborative management of women's health conditions.
As Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, you will:
- Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis and management of a broad range of gynaecological conditions.
- Support maternity services in collaboration with GPOs and midwives.
- Develop individualised treatment and care plans for women referred from internal and external providers.
- Undertake procedural and surgical care through access to dedicated operating theatre sessions, subject to clinical demand.
- Provide ongoing follow-up care for gynaecology patients.
- Mentor and support GPs, nurses and midwives, contributing to workforce capability and clinical excellence.
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, clinical governance activities and quality improvement initiatives.
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of a contemporary women's health service that enables all clinicians to work to their full scope while improving access and outcomes for women in our community.
About you
- MBBS, MD or equivalent
- RANZCOG (or equivalent)
- Registration as a medical practitioner with AHPRA
- CPD currency with RANZCOG or equivalent
Culture and Benefits
Dhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. Just a short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Steeped in rich history, the town boasts a vibrant arts scene, historic architecture and is part of the Bendigo Region UNESCO City of Gastronomy.
Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy.
From community events celebrating local festivals to grassroots initiatives fostering inclusivity and diversity, this is a place where people come together. At Dhelkaya Health, you'll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your life goals. You'll also benefit from:
- Stress-free parking: at no-cost close to y our place of work.
- Salary packaging: to maximise your earnings with options to package meals, entertainment, rent/mortgage repayments, and more.
- Healthy and active lifestyle: through access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passport membership for your family to use in a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across the region
- Health and wellbeing: through a supported work environment that prioritises work-life balance and a health and well-being program that includes an Employee Assistance Program.
- Building meaningful connections: through the Dhelkaya Health Social Club and a variety of staff events and activities throughout the year held in a friendly, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
- Home share - If lack of housing is stopping you from applying for a job here, consider Home share. It may help you get started at Dhelkaya Health. See this link for obligation free information.
https://dhelkayahealth.org.au/homeshare/
The successful applicant will be required to complete all relevant pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check, WWCC and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check (as applicable), and comply with Dhelkaya Health's Vaccination Policy.
Our purpose and role at Dhelkaya Health is to be Healthier Together – we engage and empower individuals and community through the provision of empathetic inclusive and professional health services. We want a workforce who share our passion and purpose and is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, and people of diverse genders and/or sexual orientations.
For further information about this position, please contact Dr Andrew Walby – Director of Medical Services on 0419879790
Applications close 13th September 2026
We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly, as applications may be reviewed and progressed before the closing date.
Please note that candidates are required to submit a cover letter and CV together with a document addressing the key selection criteria (which can be found on the ). Only candidates that supply this information will be considered for roles at Dhelkaya Health.
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