General Practitioner

Would you like to be part of a true multidisciplinary team and make the world a better place one day at a time? Embrace the benefits of a salaried GP position

Are you driven by a passion for community health and equity? Join Cohealth, a leading provider of integrated health services across Melbourne's Northern and Western suburbs. At Cohealth, we're committed to delivering holistic care that embraces diversity and promotes wellbeing for all.

Why Cohealth? At Cohealth, our mission is to advance human rights through accessible healthcare. We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where every team member is valued for their unique contribution. We support work-life balance with flexible hours, family-friendly policies, and ample professional development opportunities.

Position Overview: We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our medical team in Collingwood, you will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive medical care within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Benefits:

• Competitive Remuneration: Generous salary packaging up to $15,900 p.a. and additional benefits.
• Paid annual/ parental/ sick and study leave, superannuation contribution
• Work-Life Balance: Monday to Friday schedule with no weekend or on-call duties.
• Professional Development: 2 weeks paid conference/study leave annually.
• Supportive Environment: Family-friendly policies and inclusive workplace culture.
• Monthly peer learning group and support evening with our sister practice at Cohealth Fitzroy
• Employer covered indemnity with minimal additional medical indemnity cost

Why You Should Apply:

• Impactful Work: Make a difference in the lives of diverse communities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for research, quality improvement, and piloting new healthcare models.
• Comprehensive Support: Wraparound services to support our medical practitioners and enhance patient care. Support with providing care through an easily accessible, responsive team including on site care coordinators, social workers, aged care nurse, pharmacy and independent community health nurses

About You:

• Qualifications: RACGP Vocationally Registered General Practitioner with a current Medical Practitioners Board of Victoria license.
• Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, commitment to ongoing professional development, and ability to work effectively within a diverse cultural context.
• Values: Dedication to holistic, patient-centered care and alignment with Cohealth's mission and values.

Why Collingwood?

Cohealth Collingwood embraces a holistic approach to healthcare, addressing both the physical and social determinants of health. This allows doctors to provide comprehensive care that meets the diverse needs of patients from various backgrounds.

Working at Cohealth Collingwood offers doctors the opportunity to make a tangible impact on community health. The clinic serves a diverse population, including vulnerable and marginalised groups, providing essential medical services and support.

We foster a supportive and inclusive work environment. Doctors benefit from collaborative teamwork with nurses, allied health professionals, and administrative staff who facilitate seamless patient care and support.

The clinic values ongoing professional development for its staff. Doctors have access to opportunities for continuing education, funded study leave, we have flexible options to enable Doctors to attend educational sessions and take part in research.

Cohealth Collingwood prioritises work-life balance, offering a predictable Monday to Friday schedule with Saturday work available. This allows doctors to maintain a healthy balance between their professional and personal lives. We practice holistic, slow medicine with long appointments as needed.

We encourage innovation and initiative among the team. Doctors can contribute ideas to improve service delivery, enhance patient care, and explore new models of healthcare delivery. We regularly participate in QI improvement projects as a whole practice including heart failure and youth mental health. We have regular educational visits and practice meetings with our allied health team.

The clinic promotes a positive organisational culture based on its values of integrity, compassion, and social justice. Doctors can align their professional goals with Cohealth's mission to advance human rights through accessible healthcare.

Working at Cohealth Collingwood provides doctors with opportunities for community engagement and advocacy. They can participate in public health initiatives, outreach programs, and community forums to promote health education and awareness.

Overall, doctors should choose to work at Cohealth Collingwood because it offers a fulfilling career where they can contribute meaningfully to community health, supported by a collaborative team in a positive and inclusive environment.

Application Process: To apply, visit our careers page and submit your CV along with responses to our application questions.

Join us in making a positive impact on community health and wellbeing. Applications close on 31 Dec 2024

Learn more about Cohealth: Visit www.cohealth.org.au