Medical Education Officer

WA Government

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Date posted: August 25, 2026

Closes: Sep 24, 2026


Fixed Term Part Time Appointment (0.2 FTE)
until 10/10/2027, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or
permanency, based at Narrogin Health Service.  

Position profile

As a member of the Narrogin Health Service
Medical Education Unit (MEU), the Medical Education Officer (MEO)
supports the delivery and coordination of medical education and
training programs for junior doctors across the Wheatbelt region.
Working closely with the Director of Clinical Training and Central
MEU, the role coordinates orientation, education activities,
trainee support, accreditation requirements, medical student
placements and workforce initiatives that contribute to a positive
training environment and high-quality learning outcomes.

The successful applicant will bring strong
organisational, communication and stakeholder engagement skills,
with the ability to build effective relationships, manage competing
priorities and work collaboratively with medical, academic and
administrative stakeholders.

Area Profile

The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the
largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest
in the world, providing health services to approximately half a
million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two
and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation
comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals,
health services and health centres located across rural and remote
Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality,
accessible health services to country WA residents and
visitors.

Employee Benefits

In addition to the great salary our employees
enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with
operational requirements):

  • 12% employer contributed
    superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further
    information on superannuation
    click here

  • Access to generous salary
    packaging arrangements
  • Professional Development
    Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
  • Flexible working
    arrangements
  • Flexible leave
    arrangements
  • Other professional and
    location-based allowances

WA Health is committed to eliminating all
forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace
diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse
backgrounds and people with disabilities.

WA Health supports flexible
working practices within the context of a quality health service.
WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all
buildings, grounds and vehicles.

Eligibility to
Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants
must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be
an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live
and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent
appointments).

Other Conditions

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust
and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to
undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as
part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal
record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required
to undertake a working with children check (if required for the
role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees
to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical
behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not
necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part
of the appointment process.

Please note this recruitment
process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health
Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health
Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you
are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An
unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being
withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further
information.

Selection Criteria: Please
see the attached Job Description Form attached.

Essential
Criteria

  1. Understanding of or the
    ability to acquire the principles of education and training
    program development, implementation and evaluation in health or
    related fields.
  2. Good organisational,
    research, consultation and communication skills (both oral and
    written).
  3. Knowledge and
    understanding of continuous quality improvement principles and
    experience in their practical application.
  4. Ability to generate
    enthusiasm, a resourceful and resilient personality and an
    approachable and tactful manner.
  5. Ability to work
    effectively both independently and as a member of a
    team.
  6. Proficient computing
    skills including; word processing, presentations, spreadsheets,
    internet, database and email applications.

Desirable
Criteria

  1. Possession of tertiary
    qualifications in an education or health discipline or relevant
    work experience.
  2. Knowledge of the roles
    and training pathways of junior medical staff in teaching
    hospitals and/or associated health care facilities.
  3. Current knowledge and
    commitment to Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Work
    Health and Safety in all aspects of employment and service
    delivery.

Job Related
Enquiries

Applicants are advised to write a statement
addressing the selection criteria and provide a detailed curriculum
vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet
the position requirements. These documents should be complete and
ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow
sufficient time to complete the online application process as you
will be required to answer various questions and attach your
documentation.

Applications open Friday 31 July and close
Friday 21 August 2026.

It is preferable for your referee to be a
current supervisor or manager.

Lodgment is system generated. Any
submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE
CONSIDERED

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