• Consultant Maternal-Fetal Medicine Obstetrician
• Full time 1.0 FTE - Fractional appointments will be considered.
• Fixed term - 12 months parental leave cover starting Mid May 2026
• Parkville location, with multiple public transport options available  

The Royal Women’s Hospital is one of Australia’s oldest and most distinguished tertiary hospitals dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women and newborns, offering specialised services within maternity, neonatal and women’s health.  Our goal is to be the best place to work, learn and contribute, and to provide exceptional experiences for our patients and consumers.

The Women’s is a centre of excellence for perinatal care, research and education, with more than 7,000 births per year. The Maternal Fetal Medicine service at the Women’s is one of the busiest in the country, and encompasses specialist clinics in maternal medicine, fetal medicine, diabetes and endocrinology, multiple pregnancy, preterm labour prevention and pre-pregnancy counselling. Working alongside our obstetric medicine, neonatal and midwifery colleagues, we have strong links to specialty services in both the adult and paediatric spheres, facilitated by our close proximity to the Royal Children’s and Royal Melbourne Hospitals. Our ultrasound department offers exposure to a wide range of maternal and fetal conditions, with ample opportunity for diagnostic procedures.

About the role

The Consultant MFM Obstetrician will participate in the clinical care of women at the Royal Women's Hospital.

The provision of Consultant MFM Obstetrician services is the primary role of this position with a focus on the care of multiple pregnancies, fetal medicine and complex pregnancy ultrasound.

This position is responsible in collaboration with the Clinical Directors and Heads of Unit/ Team Leaders for:

• Providing high quality outpatient and in-patient MFM Obstetric clinical services
• Participation in the provision of emergency on call obstetric services to the Royal Women’s
• Playing an active role in training registrars and resident medical officers and participate in the teaching of medical students and other health care trainees attached to the Women’s’ Services.
• Actively initiating, leading, facilitating and participating in MFM research activities
• Assisting the heads of Units with some administrative responsibilities

Available Sessions

Monday AM: Ultrasound

Tuesday AM: Multiple Pregnancy Clinic

Tuesday PM: Fetal Medicine Clinic

Thursday AM: Fetal Medicine Clinic

Thursday PM: Fetal Medicine Clinic

Friday PM: Ultrasound

About you

The role requires:

• A Medical practitioner who is eligible for specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia
• Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
• RANZCOG CMFM (or eligibility for the same within 6 months of appointment)
• Proven clinical skills and experience
• COGU or MFM+DDU or DDU required for Ultrasound sessions

Our benefits

At the Women’s you will enjoy a culture that is collaborative, supportive and passionate about learning.  We have a strong sense of purpose, and engage in meaningful work every day.  We offer our people a range of rewarding benefits, including:

• $11,660 in salary packaging benefits, for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation
• A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted financial, lifestyle and health options, and a comprehensive wellbeing program
• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of journey facilities for cyclists
• Onsite post office, eateries, retail stores and library services
• Mentoring, learning and career development opportunities

Inclusion and belonging

The Women’s celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community.  We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.  We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles. We are committed to gender equity principles, and our people have an awareness of and sensitive approach to violence against women and family violence matters.  We are proudly Breastfeeding Association accredited and provide breastfeeding/chest feeding facilities for staff.

Join us!

If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application.  All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, a Working with Children Check and three COVID-19 vaccinations and may include a range of additional vaccinations including influenza, as required by the Department of Health. 

Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed.  We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.

For more information, please view the Position Description for this role. 

Application Details:

Please outline in your cover letter if you are seeking full time or part time employment. If part time, please specify which sessions you are applying for.

If you have any queries relating to this advertisement - please email medical.recruitment@thewomens.org.au 

Applications Close 19th March 2026.