Clinical Leader and Specialist GP - Medical and Counselling Centre

Job Description:

• Lead a high-impact health and wellbeing service at the University of Canberra
• Great benefits, negotiable senior management salary (+17% Super) + Bulk Billing for clinical practice
• 5-years Fixed Term Opportunity (Full time, 35 hrs a week, flexible arrangement options potential)

The University of Canberra is recruiting an exciting role for an experienced clinical leader and specialist GP to shape the strategic direction, governance and operational excellence of our Medical and Counselling Centre, an essential service supporting the wellbeing of our students, staff and broader community.

About the role:

Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, you will lead a multidisciplinary team delivering high‑quality, integrated medical and mental health services. This role combines operational leadership, health strategy, risk management, and dedicated clinical practice time to maintain continuity of care and model clinical excellence.

You will play a pivotal role in:

• Setting the strategic vision for campus health & wellbeing
• Leading clinical governance, quality, accreditation and risk management
• Providing expert advice on health policy and emerging health issues
• Managing critical incidents and complex health risks
• Driving innovative wellbeing initiatives across the University community

About you:

You are a collaborative, strategic leader with deep clinical experience and the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams. You bring strong governance capability, sound judgement, and a passion for improving health outcomes in a diverse and dynamic environment.

Essential requirements

• Specialist GP (MBBS) with senior clinical and leadership experience
• Current AHPRA registration
• Experience mentoring and leading clinical staff
• Knowledge of accredited medical practice standards
• Experience managing critical incidents and community health risks
• FRACGP (or equivalent) highly desirable
• Eligibility for a Medicare provider number (ACT)

What we can offer you:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits which can be explored via our "Work at UC" site which includes:

• Growth & development
• Salary packaging
• Flexible working arrangements
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Guided by our "Reconnected" strategy, we’re committed to innovation, equity, and accessibility, creating opportunities for meaningful change through education and research, both locally and globally.

Eligibility: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.

How to apply:

To be considered for this position, we require your CV and a cover letter explaining your suitability to the role. Please ensure you take the time to align your CV with the Position Description requirements. We want to understand how your skills and experience relate to the position you are applying for.

For more information on the role and recruitment questions: please contact Sandy Demeester-Pohl, Talent Solutions Manager on 02 6201 2133 or email sandy.demeester-pohl@canberra.edu.au. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 12 April 2026