Clinical Unit Head - Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Odyssey Recruitment ·www.odysseyrecruitment.com
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A senior leadership position is available for an experienced Obstetrician & Gynaecologist to assume the role of Clinical Unit Head - Obstetrics & Gynaecology within a high-performing regional service.
This is a strategically significant appointment, combining clinical excellence with executive-level leadership, offering the opportunity to shape service delivery, workforce capability, and future models of care across a large regional catchment.
You will provide clinical governance, operational oversight, and strategic direction to the unit, ensuring delivery of safe, high-quality, and patient-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
Remuneration
You will join a comprehensive Clinical Operations Division delivering acute, specialist, cancer, and mental health services across a large regional network.
The Women's & Children's service is supported by:
Candidate Requirements
Applications should include:
This is a strategically significant appointment, combining clinical excellence with executive-level leadership, offering the opportunity to shape service delivery, workforce capability, and future models of care across a large regional catchment.
You will provide clinical governance, operational oversight, and strategic direction to the unit, ensuring delivery of safe, high-quality, and patient-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clinical leadership and governance across Obstetrics & Gynaecology services
- Lead service planning, development, and performance improvement initiatives
- Oversee workforce management, including recruitment, mentoring, and professional development
- Drive multidisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes
- Ensure compliance with clinical standards, safety frameworks, and accreditation requirements
- Contribute to education, teaching, and research activities
Remuneration
- Fractional Specialist: $169.70 - $221.19 per hour (excl. super)
- Staff Specialist: $132.64 - $182.38 per hour (excl. super)
- Classification: Specialist Year 1 - 9 (HN19-HN59 / HM33-HM41)
You will join a comprehensive Clinical Operations Division delivering acute, specialist, cancer, and mental health services across a large regional network.
The Women's & Children's service is supported by:
- Modern, well-equipped clinical environments
- Strong multidisciplinary frameworks
- Integrated ambulatory, inpatient, and specialist clinic services
- A high-volume service with approximately:
- 1,700 births annually
- 100,000+ outpatient service events
- 60,000+ Emergency Department presentations
- Senior leadership position with real influence on service design and delivery
- Strong culture of teaching, training, and professional development
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and evolving clinical programs
- Flexible working arrangements supporting work-life balance
- Attractive salary packaging options to enhance net earnings
- Comprehensive staff wellbeing programmes and facilities
Candidate Requirements
- Fellowship with an appropriate specialist college (e.g. FRANZCOG or equivalent)
- Eligibility for specialist registration in Australia (AHPRA)
- Demonstrated experience in clinical leadership or service management
- Commitment to teaching, training, and continuous service improvement
Applications should include:
- An up-to-date curriculum vitae
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Where is the Clinical Unit Head - Obstetrics & Gynaecology job located?
The Clinical Unit Head - Obstetrics & Gynaecology role with Odyssey Recruitment is based in Bendigo, VIC, AU.
What does the Clinical Unit Head - Obstetrics & Gynaecology role pay?
Odyssey Recruitment lists the Clinical Unit Head - Obstetrics & Gynaecology role at AUD 350,000–450,000 per year.
Is the Clinical Unit Head - Obstetrics & Gynaecology role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Odyssey Recruitment.
What experience level is the Clinical Unit Head - Obstetrics & Gynaecology role?
The Clinical Unit Head - Obstetrics & Gynaecology position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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