Join a progressive healthcare organisation which aims to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care. Peninsula Health’s extensive offering can provide you with many exciting career & learning opportunities alongside a dedicated and collaborative team.

In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health.

• Permanent part-time 18 hrs per week
• Frankston Hospital, Hasting Road
• Classification: Medical Specialists (Victorian Public Health Sector) (AMA Victoria/ASMOF) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2022 – 2026.

On 1st January 2026, five health services (Kooweerup Regional Health Service, Peninsula Health, Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health and Gippsland Southern Health Service) will come together to create Bayside Health; a newly merged health service with more than 22,000 employees caring for a community of over 1.2 million Victorians.  

The new health service will provide people with the best possible care with services that support them throughout their lives. The merger will also strengthen our workforce, providing new training, education and career opportunities. Subject to final approval on 1st January 2026, all employees from the five health services will transfer to Bayside Health.

The Team & Role

We are a Level III, 15-bed mixed medical and surgical ICU providing comprehensive critical care to a diverse and high-acuity patient population. Our unit is supported by a team of eight Intensivists, ranging from full-time to part-time appointments, who work closely with a skilled group of registrars, predominantly CICM trainees and a dedicated multidisciplinary team.

We provide 24/7 critical care liaison services and work in close collaboration with our busy Emergency Department, ensuring seamless and timely patient care from admission to recovery.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, collegial, and high-performing ICU that values excellence in clinical care, teaching, and teamwork.

Please include information about the position and key responsibilities.

We are seeking a part-time intensivist to join our dynamic and expanding team. The successful candidate will be:

- Fellow of the College of Intensive Care Medicine

- Experience as a Consultant Intensivist

- Track record and experience in the treatment of critically ill patients as well as development and conduct of education program

- Track record of a successful education leadership in critical care setting

- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

- Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team of healthcare professionals

- Strong commitment to patient care, safety, and quality improvement

- Familiarity with healthcare accreditation requirements and standards

- Commitment to ongoing professional development and quality improvement

Please click here to see the position description.

Selection criteria

- Fellow of the College of Intensive Care Medicine 

- Minimum 1 year experience as a Consultant Intensivist

Desirable criteria

- ECMO experience and advanced cardiac ultrasound including transoesophageal echocardiography skills

- Enrolment/completion of a Master’s degree in echocardiography

Benefits

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport

• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For role specific information please contact Associate Professor Kavi Haji, Clinical Director of ICU. Email: KHaji@phcn.vic.gov.au 

The role ceases advertising on 16th November 2025

Peninsula Health employees; you must click 'employee login' to apply for this position internally.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Peninsula Health is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

  
Additional Information

Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.   

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/     

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.  

Join Peninsula Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.