How to apply

Working at St Vincent’s

St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) has a strong commitment and reputation in supporting and fostering postgraduate training.

SVHM provides a well- supported environment for trainees undertaking the RACP PREP program. The hospital is accredited as a level 3 hospital by the RACP and has a structured and comprehensive training program providing individual support for all trainees. SVHM has an outstanding reputation over many years for success in the RACP examinations.

There are general medical and subspecialty rotations available to enable trainees to experience a variety of disciplines prior to making a career pathway decision.

What do we look for in a potential St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) employee?

An ideal candidate is one who expresses and demonstrates a desire to train at St Vincent’s, as well as demonstrates academic, clinical and personal traits that St Vincent’s would find desirable in a potential employee/trainee. We look for good people as well as potentially good clinicians. We are seeking individuals who will contribute to the organisation in the broader sense and foster the unique culture of SVHM.

Attributes include:

  • Ability to work in a team
  • A holistic approach to patient care
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills
  • Good theoretical Knowledge
  • Evidence of interest in academic pursuits including research

Consistency in all or strength in some will enable potential candidates to meet St Vincent’s selection criteria

All our BPT positions are subject to the state-wide computer matching process, conducted by the Post Graduate Medical Council of Victoria (PMCV). All BPT posts are allocated in Victoria through the matching process. Eligibility to participate in the match in Victoria is governed by PMCV in conjunction with the Victorian Government funding body, Department of Health. Refer to PMCV guidelines and website for full details

  • Application is via the website - Apply HM03 Medical (BPT2)
  • You will also need to register for the Computer Match with – PMCV - Postgraduate Medical Council of Victoria
  • Your application should be addressed to Prof Wilma Beswick and include:
  • CV – (Curriculum Vitae)
  • Cover Letter – Outlining reasons for application to St Vincent’s
    • Skills & Attributes
    • Professional goals
    • Referee rating/comments
  • Short-listed candidates will be interviewed by the panel.