About the role
The Plastic and Reconstructive Unit at Western Health is seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon to join the team. The Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon will be responsible for providing high‑quality clinical care to patients across Western Health, supervising and training Junior Medical Staff, and contributing to the organisation’s strategic priorities.
The Unit offers substantial opportunities for peer review, case discussion, and multidisciplinary collaboration. It is recognised for its supportive and collegiate culture, ensuring an environment that fosters professional growth, clinical excellence, and teamwork.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality, safe, and evidence-based Plastics care in accordance with Western Health policies, procedures, and clinical governance frameworks.
- Assume responsibility for the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients, ensuring clinical care is delivered in accordance with accepted professional standards and best practice.
- Analyse and utilise clinical data, audit findings, and outcome measures to inform decision-making, monitor performance, and support continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Identify, escalate, and contribute to the resolution of clinical and operational issues affecting patient care, ensuring relevant matters are communicated to the Head of Unit/Department as appropriate.
- Ensure delegated clinical responsibilities are appropriate to the experience and competence of Junior Medical Staff, providing oversight and accountability for the care delivered.
- Provide consistent leadership, supervision, mentoring, and education to Junior Medical Staff to support their professional development and the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.
- Contribute to teaching, training, and workforce development activities within the Plastic & Reconstructive Unit and broader Western Health Services.
About you:
- Medical qualification.
- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS), with specialist qualification in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
- Relevant clinical experience and demonstrated clinical competence appropriate to the level of the position.
- Demonstrated experience in the supervision, support and education of Junior Medical Staff.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Well-developed organisational skills, including effective time management, prioritisation and delegation.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated high standards of professional ethics and integrity in interactions with patients, colleagues and the organisation.
- Demonstrated maturity and effectiveness in problem-solving, negotiation and conflict resolution.
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
- Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
- Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
- Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
- Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
- Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
- Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
- Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
- Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
If you’re passionate about compassionate care, innovation, community wellbeing we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 2 October 2026.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Donna Patterson - 0468 601 047
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
