Specialist Emergency Physician

Job Description

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Work Location: The RMH Parkville (City campus)

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The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

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Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Job DescriptionAbout the Department of Emergency Medicine\n

The Department of Emergency Medicine at RMH provides excellence in the delivery of evidence-based, patient-centred care for adult patients. As one of Australia’s busiest and most complex Emergency Departments, we manage a high volume of trauma and acute medical presentations, with strong links to specialty teams across the hospital and precinct. Our team is committed to innovation, education, and research, ensuring our patients receive the highest quality of care.

About the Role\n

We are seeking Emergency Medicine Specialists to join our dedicated and high-performing team. This role involves working and contributing across all clinical areas of the Emergency Department, including:

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• Trauma and Resuscitation and Acute Care Cubicles
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• Fast Track
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• Observation Medicine Unit, including the Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) OD Hub
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• Clinical Supervision
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• Teaching and Mentorship of nursing staff, nurse practitioners, advanced (primary) musculoskeletal physiotherapists, medical students, junior medical officers, emergency department registrars, and ACEM trainees
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• Clinical Support Time which includes non–patient-facing duties that support clinical care, education, quality improvement, and research activities.
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This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of world-class emergency care, provide leadership within a multidisciplinary team, and support the next generation of emergency clinicians through teaching and mentorship. Fixed-term positions are available.

Your Opportunity\n

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• Work within one of Australia’s leading trauma centres and emergency departments.
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• Deliver expert care in trauma, neurosciences, and critical care.
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• Supervise and mentor junior doctors, nurse practitioners, and allied health staff.
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• Contribute to ongoing departmental innovation, education, research, and quality improvement.
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• Shape the future of emergency medicine at RMH through collaboration and leadership.
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About You\n

Fellowship of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (ACEM) or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA).

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• Demonstrated expertise in trauma, resuscitation, toxicology, neurosciences, and acute care.
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• Proven ability to lead and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team in a high-pressure environment.
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• Commitment to high-quality, patient-focused emergency care and continuous improvement.
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• A passion for teaching, supervision, and clinical excellence.
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Benefits\n

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• values-based organisation offering career diversity, professional advancement, and leadership opportunities.
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• Access to training, research, and mentorship programs within a world-class academic precinct.
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• Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Programs, including:\n
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  • Staff Medical Service
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  • Employee Assistance and Peer Support Programs
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• Salary packaging options discounted onsite car parking, and close proximity to public transport.
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Join Us\n

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers. Join our team. Build your career. Make a difference in the lives of Victorians every day.

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All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

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The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

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RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards .

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As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

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