2027 Basic Physician Training Year 1
- Temporary Full Time opportunities
- Adult Medicine | #docsgoeast
- Rotations may include Cardiology, Oncology, Infectious diseases, renal, neurology, gastro, aged care and emergency
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.
Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.
This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.
About the role
Physician Training in Adult Medicine at Eastern Health is in an exciting phase of growth and has a well-supported Education program aimed to help you get through your training, pass your exams and ultimately be a caring and compassionate Physician. There is a number of National examiners that support and mentor our trainees. You will also have a dedicated Educational Supervisor during your training.
This position is clinically responsible to the Registrar and Consultants of the Unit.
The Basic Physician Trainee Year 1 is responsible for coordinating and documenting the admission, management and discharge planning of patients admitted to their ward. You will also participate in the Basic Physician Training Program and register and complete the requirements of the Royal Australian College of Physicians. You report to the Director of Physician Education and Manager of Physician Education for your training responsibilities.
We are recruiting doctors who are interested in starting their Basic Physician Training in 2027. This role is available to those doctors who are currently interns or a higher PGY level.
Please note that the Basic Physician Training rotations do not satisfy the requirements for the new National Framework for PGY2 doctors. The rotations satisfy the requirements of the Royal Australian College of Physicians. If you are unsure about your career pathway, please consider doing another general year in 2027 and applying for Physician Training for commencement in 2028.
Rotations may include Cardiology, Oncology, Infectious diseases, renal, neurology, gastro, aged care and emergency.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- Current registration with AHPRA (with general registration to be granted by Feb 2027
- To complete registration with RACP by February 2027
- A strong commitment to high quality care
- The ability to work as part of a diverse team
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.
Those that are offered and/or start between January and April do not require an up to date vaccination for Influenza to progress providing they are aware of its requirement later in the year. Those that are offered and/or start between May and December require the up to date Influenza vaccination prior to offer.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
- Mentor and Shadowing program
- Access to discovery days across our 50 sites
- Study and professional development leave
- Friendly & supportive teams
- Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Fitness Passport for work-life balance
- Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones
- Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements
- Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme
- Access to Private Health Insurance offers
- Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training
- Cafes at all of our Hospitals
Next Steps
Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.
We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.
If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.
Good to know:
- We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
- We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
- As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
- Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
- Advertising may end before the closing date.
- We do not accept recruitment agency application
If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.
Please
Contact Person: Julie Gibbs or Penny Tsagarakis
Contact Number: 9194 9597
Contact Email: [email protected]
Job Posting End Date: 28/06/2026
Need help submitting your application?
Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1) | Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469. [TA for Non Medical roles, MWU for Medical roles]
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