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Become a Credentialed Visiting Medical Officer

The best patient outcomes are achieved when medical professionals feel valued, empowered, and supported. Burnside Hospital offers modern facilities, a highly experienced clinical team, and an unwavering commitment to excellence in patient care.

Why Choose Burnside Hospital?

Burnside Hospital is more than just a place to practice—it’s a thriving medical community where VMOs have access to the latest advancements in healthcare, a collaborative working environment, and an organisation that prioritises both patient care and professional satisfaction.

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A Place Where You Can Make a Difference

At Burnside Hospital, we see it as an honour to work alongside some of the most talented medical professionals in Australia.

By joining our team, you become part of a trusted institution that values your expertise, supports your practice, and provides an environment where you and your patients can thrive.

Modern Facilities and Cutting-Edge Technology

Our Toorak Gardens and Stepney hospitals feature operating theatres fully integrated with advanced surgical equipment to support a broad range of specialties. We have a well-appointed High Dependency Unit (HDU) at Toorak Gardens and a Close Observation Unit (COU) at Stepney, providing advanced patient safety and care.

Comprehensive Support from Highly Skilled Teams

From our experienced nursing and midwifery staff to our dedicated allied health professionals, every team member is focused on delivering the highest level of clinical care.

You’ll be supported by professionals who share your dedication to excellence and patient wellbeing.


A Commitment to Quality and Best Practice

As a hospital that values innovation and continuous improvement, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of care, safety and efficiency. We work closely with our VMOs to ensure they have the resources, technology, and facilities needed to provide outstanding treatment.

A Culture of Respect, Collaboration and Care

We believe that exceptional healthcare is built on strong partnerships between doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, and hospital leadership groups.

Burnside Hospital fosters an environment where collaboration is encouraged, ideas are valued and clinicians are supported in their professional and personal growth.

A Trusted and Respected Hospital with a Strong Reputation

Burnside Hospital has been a leader in private healthcare for over seven decades. Our reputation for clinical excellence, compassionate care, and patient-focused service makes us a trusted choice for both patients and specialists alike.

Take a virtual walk through of the Day Surgery facility at Burnside Hospital, Toorak Gardens

Who Can Apply?

We welcome expressions of interest from specialists across a broad range of medical fields.

General surgery

General medicine

Paediatric medicine

Oral Maxillofacial surgery

Orthopaedic surgery

Obstetrics

Gynaecology

Oncology

Urology

Plastic and Reconstructive surgery

Gastroenterology

Sleep and respiratory medicine

Ophthalmology

Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) surgery

And more

All doctors practicing at Burnside Hospital are required to undergo a formal credentialing process in accordance with our Accredited Practitioner By-Laws. We encourage all prospective VMOs to review these by-laws before applying.

For further information about credentialing at Burnside Hospital please contact Luisa Mozzi, Executive Assistant to the CEO (08) 8202 7208 or via email to [email protected]

Your career 
at  Burnside

With an uncompromising commitment to patient care and our dedication to nurturing a dynamic, team orientated, collegial environment, Burnside Hospital is truly a great place to work.