Sessional Specialist

• Location: Footscray Hospital
• Employment Type: Casual
• Salary: HN18-59 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

An exciting opportunity is available for enthusiastic and highly motivated Emergency Physicians (FACEMs) to join the Footscray Hospital Emergency Department in a casual capacity, commencing August 2026 or by negotiation.

This role offers flexible opportunities across a seven-day roster, with a variety of morning, afternoon and evening shifts available in accordance with the current Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA). Opportunities are available throughout the week, with clinicians able to support service delivery during peak demand periods, including weekends, particularly welcomed.

The successful applicant will provide expert clinical care to patients within the fast-paced Emergency Department and Short Stay Unit. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across the Emergency Department and the broader hospital, the role requires a commitment to delivering high-quality, timely patient care, along with the leadership and professional responsibilities expected of a senior medical clinician.

Footscray Hospital Emergency Department manages more than 55,000 presentations annually and provides comprehensive care for adult patients across a broad spectrum of emergency presentations. As Western Health's major referral centre for Orthopaedic trauma, the department offers exposure to a wide variety of complex and high-acuity presentations.

Located within the new Footscray Hospital, Victoria's newest healthcare developments, the Emergency Department features state-of-the-art facilities and contemporary clinical spaces designed to support exceptional patient care, staff wellbeing and innovative models of service delivery.

The department is structured into several clinical areas, including Resuscitation, Short Stay Unit, Main Cubicles, Fast Track, supported by dedicated Emergency Physician oversight. This role offers the opportunity to work across all areas, providing exposure to a broad and diverse range of emergency presentations while contributing to the delivery of high-quality care for the growing communities of Melbourne's western suburbs.

Most importantly, you will join a highly engaged, approachable and supportive team of Emergency Physicians, nurses and allied health clinicians. Footscray ED prides itself on its collaborative culture, strong focus on education, and commitment to working together to deliver outstanding care for our community.

Key responsibilities:

• Emergency consultant supervision of patients and junior medical staff.
• Managing ED flow and prioritising the Statement of Priorities.
• Education and training of junior medical staff.

About you:

• Enthusiastic, emergency consultants are encouraged to apply for these casual positions.
• Working as a team player in a dynamic environment is essential.
• Good communication skills and ability to care for critically unwell patients is needed.
• Only those with FACEM qualifications should apply.

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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.

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 the delivery of Best Care, 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 21 August 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Dr Ainslie Senz (Head of Unit (HOU)) via ************@wh.org.au, or Dr Kezia Mansfield (Acting HOU) via ***************@wh.org.au.

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.