- Position – UGI Surgeon GS1
- Fixed Term, Part-time position
- Located in: Frankston
- Classification: Specialist -Yr1 HN18 to Yr9 HN58
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.
We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.
More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.
Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
The Team & Role
Bayside Health Peninsula Care Group delivers surgical services to public patients at two sites: Frankston Hospital and Frankston Public Surgical Centre. Frankston Hospital operates 10 operating rooms, including a dedicated Emergency Theatre and an interventional Vascular suite. Bayside Health Peninsula Care Group also provides care at Frankston Public Surgical Centre through five operating rooms, including one endoscopy theatre.
The General Surgery department at Bayside Health Peninsula Care Group has three subspecialty elective units (Upper GI, Colorectal & Breast & Endocrine) and an Acute General Surgery Unit (AGSU). The successful candidate will be appointed to General Surgery 1 - the upper gastrointestinal and general surgery unit and also to the acute general surgery unit Bayside Health Peninsula Care Group also has surgical units in Orthopaedics, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Paediatric Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, Thoracic Surgery, Ear Nose & Throat Surgery, FacioMaxilliary Surgery and Urology.
General Surgery has 16 General Surgeons and 1 General Surgery Fellow. The successful applicant will be assigned regular theatre sessions and outpatient clinics as well as clinical support time as per the relevant award. Attendance at departmental morbidity and mortality meetings and all unit meetings and ward rounds, including MDTs, is expected.
Bayside Health Peninsula Care Group is committed to encouraging and fostering an environment of continued learning and skill development
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Skills & Experience Required
- MBBS degree (or equivalent)
- FRACS (or equivalent) and current CPD certification
- Current registration with AHPRA as a medical practitioner
- Post-fellowship ANZGOSA training (or equivalent)
- Sound clinical knowledge, skills and experience in contemporary medical and evidence-based practice
- Commitment to customer service
- Demonstrated initiative and self-direction
Non-clinical benefits that are available
- 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 Annette Danaci - adanaci@phcn.vic.gov.au
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9784 7325 or SMSMWU@phcn.vic.gov.au
The role ceases advertising on 30 July 2026
Peninsula employees; you must click 'employee login' to apply for this position internally.
Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) 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
Bayside 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/
* Please refer to Medical Specialists (Victorian Public Health Sector) (AMA Victoria/ASMOF) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2022 – 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.