Locum Specialist in Gastroenterology (Fractional)

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

About the Department
The Department of Gastroenterology provides a comprehensive range of gastroenterology services for the management of patients with all types of gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary and pancreatic diseases. In addition to a general gastroenterology clinic, the Department conducts a number of subspecialty clinics addressing specific needs.
About the Role
Applications are invited for two locum positions of Specialist in Gastroenterology (Fractional) at Alfred Health to work in the General Gastroenterology Clinic (Thursday morning) to cover leave:

(1) From 24th July 2025 to 6th of August 2026

(2) From 24th July 2025 to 10th December 2025

There may also be opportunities to attend other MBS clinics on a facility fee arrangement.
Qualifications and Skills Required
Our preferred candidate must possess the following experience and attributes:
•    Be legally qualified practitioners, registered or registrable with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency 
•    Fellow of the relevant college 
•    Demonstrable relevant knowledge and experience in Gastroenterology 
•    Meeting Alfred Health requirements for credentialing and scope of practice in Gastroenterology
•    Outstanding communication skills, including well-developed conflict resolution skills 
•    Ability to liaise well with other staff at all levels
•    Demonstrated flexibility in problem solving and the capability to develop and sustain highly collaborative relationships with others/ other teams
Enquiries: Dr Kirstin Taylor, Gastroenterologist, by email: [email protected]
Applications close: Friday 20th June 2025

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au