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General Practitioner (GP)

2026-07-03

Location

Carlton

University of Melbourne

Type

Tenancy (Full-time or Part-time, min 4 sessions/week)

Required Qualifications

Vocationally registered GP
Current valid Australian work rights
Eligible to work in MM1 area without restriction
Special interests in mental health, sexual health, travel medicine preferred
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General Practitioner (GP)

Location: Carlton
Role type: Tenancy
Department/School: Student and Scholarly Services
Engaged as contracted tenants in Health Service, tenancy fee 12% of receipts
  • Enjoy work life balance
  • Fully supported by highly skilled nursing staff
  • Lygon Street Cafe precinct

About the roles

The Health Service, University of Melbourne is seeking expressions of interest from potential full-time or several part-time GPs (minimum of 4 sessions per week), providing primary health care services to the University of Melbourne community.

Located in the heart of Carlton, just off the Lygon Street Cafe precinct, this very busy, inclusive and high-quality practice offers GPs excellent earning opportunities as well as full consideration to work life balance. Our operating hours are from 8.45 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Friday.

This well-equipped and highly regarded practice is supported by proficient full-time nursing and administration staff and works closely with the onsite mental health team comprising psychologists, psychiatrists and a mental health nurse and the University Counselling Service. The Health Service is accredited against the 5th Edition RACGP standards through AGPAL.

Who we are looking for:

GPs with special interests and skills in mental health, sexual health, travel medicine, shared care and minor procedural work would be well suited. Expressions of interest from internal University of Melbourne employees are welcome.

Please note: You must have current valid work rights for Australia and be eligible to work without restriction in a MM1 area as a specialist general practitioner (vocationally registered).

Please send your CV and cover letter outlining your interest and experience to Allison Rickard allison.rickard@unimelb.edu.au

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact us at hr-talent@unimelb.edu.au.

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Frequently Asked Questions

📋What qualifications are required for this General Practitioner role?

To qualify as a General Practitioner (GP) at University of Melbourne Health Service, you must be vocationally registered, hold current valid work rights for Australia, and be eligible without restriction in an MM1 area. Special interests in mental health, sexual health, travel medicine, shared care, or minor procedures are preferred. Internal University employees are welcome. Prepare your academic CV and cover letter.

📧How do I apply for the GP position in Carlton?

Send your CV and cover letter outlining interest and experience to Allison Rickard (allison.rickard@unimelb.edu.au). For reasonable adjustments, contact hr-talent@unimelb.edu.au. Use our free cover letter template for higher ed applications. Expressions of interest from full-time or part-time (minimum 4 sessions/week) candidates.

What are the working hours and employment type for this GP job?

This is a tenancy role (12% fee on receipts) in a busy university practice, operating 8:45am to 5pm Monday to Friday. Full-time or part-time options available (min 4 sessions/week). Enjoy work-life balance in the Lygon Street cafe precinct, supported by nursing and admin staff. Explore similar administration jobs in higher ed.

🌍Is visa sponsorship available for international GPs?

No visa sponsorship is offered. You must have current valid work rights for Australia and be eligible as a specialist General Practitioner in an MM1 area without restrictions. Check higher ed jobs in Australia for eligibility details.

🩺What support and benefits does the University of Melbourne Health Service offer GPs?

Fully supported by skilled nursing staff, admin, onsite mental health team (psychologists, psychiatrists, mental health nurse), and Counselling Service. Accredited by AGPAL against RACGP standards. High earning potential, work-life balance, prime Carlton location. Learn more in our higher ed career advice.

🔬What special skills are preferred for this General Practitioner position?

GPs with interests in mental health, sexual health, travel medicine, shared care, and minor procedural work are ideal for serving the university community. The practice is well-equipped and inclusive.
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