Employment Type - Temporary Full Time
Job Category - Medical - HMOs
Req Id - 8357
- Build your career with one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia
- Join a supportive, high-performing Women’s Services team delivering high-quality care to the Geelong community and region
- 12‑month fixed-term full-time role
About the role
The Obstetrics and Gynaecology Senior Resident Medical Officer (SRMO) provides safe and effective supervised clinical management of patients within the Women’s Services division. The role involves assessment, admission, investigation, management and discharge of patients across obstetrics and gynaecology.
This 12‑month position is targeted at RMOs with prior experience in Women’s Health who have a strong interest in pursuing GP Obstetrics or applying for FRANZCOG training. The role is designed to increase exposure to procedural obstetrics and gynaecology skills, including assisted vaginal delivery, caesarean section and minor gynaecology procedures, alongside critical clinical decision‑making to prepare the successful applicant for an unaccredited registrar role in Women’s Health the following year.
The SRMO role includes a junior leadership component within the RMO cohort, contributing to orientation, communication, rostering and education. Opportunities may exist to complete DRANZCOG Advanced for candidates who have already completed DRANZCOG Basic. Participation in after‑hours, on‑call and recall rosters is required.
Key responsibilities
- Provide supervised obstetric and gynaecological clinical care in line with best practice and Barwon Health policies
- Participate in inpatient, outpatient and intrapartum care, including on‑call and after‑hours duties
- Contribute to multidisciplinary team care alongside midwifery, nursing and allied health staff
- Support junior medical staff through leadership, teaching and roster support activities
What we’re looking for
- Registration with AHPRA (or eligibility for registration)
- Prior experience in Women’s Health and a strong interest in obstetrics and gynaecology training pathways
- Demonstrated commitment to patient‑centred, evidence‑based care
- Strong communication, teamwork and organisational skills
Position Description
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
Barwon Health staff benefits
- Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Extensive professional development opportunities
- Attractive salary packaging benefits
- Living expenses capped at $9,010
- Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here
Diversity and inclusion
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards
Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at
[email protected]All appointments are subject to:
- Satisfactory Police Record Check
- Immunisation Status Clearance
- Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
Contact person: Dr Tony Ma
Email: [email protected]
Application closing date: 21st, June 2026
Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.
