Employment Type: Fixed Term Part Time

Hours: 20 hours per fortnight - 12 hours at Mercy Hospital for Women and 8 hours at Werribee Mercy Hospital

Salary: Hourly HM30 $79.44

Location: Mercy Hospital for Women (163 Studley Rd Heidelberg Victoria 3084) and Werribee Mercy Hospital (300 Princes Highway Werribee Victoria 3030)

Application: Please upload resume and cover letter

Contact: Dr Lore Schierlitz LSchierlitz@mercy.com.au or Dr Kris Cvach KCvach@mercy.com.au

Where there’s life, there’s Mercy.
Where there’s care, there’s You.

Through the battles and the breakthroughs, we're there. Where will you be?

For over a century, our incredible teams have provided care for people when they need it most. Our people feel great pride in this, and they value the security and stability we offer. But it also means so much opportunity - to build on all that’s gone before, to grow your impact and gain experience that’s hard to find elsewhere.

Join us at Mercy Hospital, and help us deliver even greater outcomes for our patients, families, communities, and you.

About the opportunity

The position as Fellow in Urogynaecology is a 12 month appointment (with scope of a 2nd year of training). The position is accredited by the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) for training in Gynaecology with focus on Urogynaecology.

About the role:

Fantastic opportunity to work as a Fellow in an internationally recognized  Urogynaecology Unit at Mercy Hospital for Women, Heidelberg.

• Fellow in Urogynaecology Mercy Hospital for Women, Heidelberg
• Part time (20 hours per fortnight) - Mercy may be able to facilitate additional hours through private assisting 
• option of additional hours with private assisting arranged with the trainee by consultants in the unit
• 12 month appointment starting January or February 2028

About you:

• Eligible for registration as a Medical Practitioner with Australia Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Advanced trainee in Obstetrics & Gynaecology (Level VI)
• An active research commitment should be demonstrated
• Flexibility, adaptability, good communication skills, ability to work in a stressful environment
• Proven success in the management of gynaecology in a collaborative care environment

What you’ll bring

You’re resilient, compassionate and have a whole lot of heart. Most importantly, you are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.

To thrive in this role, you will have:

● Excellent clinical, time management, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve.
● A compassionate, flexible and positive approach to effective patient care and management.
● The ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

You will also be required to provide evidence of, or in the process of obtaining:

● A current Police Record Check and Working with Children Check.
● Proof of current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders.

Why Mercy Health?

We’ve been supporting people for over 100 years. Now, we’re taking all that we have and making it even better. It’s about investing in our people and our cultures to create positive experiences and opportunities for all.
Here are some things you’ll love about working with us:

● 100+ years of caring …
We’re a cornerstone of the communities we serve, and as part of Mercy Health, the vital work you do here will always be needed. That means career stability and so much opportunity to build your rewarding future with us.

● A team of 10,000 hearts …
A career in healthcare and human services isn’t always easy, and it takes true heart. Here, you’ll join a team of over 10,000 dedicated people who carry on and support each other, whatever comes their way.

● Countless moments and lives …
As part of Mercy Health, you’ll be right at the heart of our impact. By improving the health outcomes of parents and babies through outstanding patient care, you’ll know that every moment you spend here truly matters.

● … And so much more to come.
We’re on a journey to keep growing our organisation and impact for the next 100 years. We have the leadership, the scale, the heart and the vision for the future. Let’s achieve it together.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

● Develop and expand your skills, knowledge and impact across the scope of practice.
● Advance your career with ongoing professional development opportunities and educational resources in a supportive environment.
● Find a better balance with a flexible rostering.
● Make the most of your pay with our generous salary packaging options.
● Save big with access to a range of retail discounts across financial, healthcare, travel and other services.
● Live, work and feel your best with our health and wellbeing programs including an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport for you and your family. If you have an existing Fitness Passport, you can easily transfer it to Mercy Health.