We are a values-based organisation commited to providing world-class healthcare to patients and families living on in Frankston and on the Mornington Peninsula.
We are proud to deliver safe, personal, effective and connected care by skilled, experienced staff who meet our high standards of employment.
Delivering world-class care
We provide care for local residents from birth through to end of life care, and a comprehensive range of sub-specialties including emergency medicine, intensive care, obstetrics and gynaecology, aged care, rehabilitation, oncology, mental health, and care in the home.
Our growing reputation for excellence in research and care propels us as leaders in the healthcare space.
Values-based culture
Our values help guide our principles for decision-making, actions and delivery of care.
They underpin our commitment to creating an inspiring and supportive culture that fosters high quality care which is safe, personal, effective and connected, and has a strong focus on the customer experience.
Our Values
Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest,
Be Compasionate and Respectful, Be Collaborative
Here’s some things you can expect from a career at Peninsula Health
Location
With 13 sites spread across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, you’ll enjoy working in close proximity to some of Victoria’s best beaches, parks, walking tracks, wineries and scenery. This growing area has excellent schools and recreational facilities and is less than a one hour drive from the Melbourne CBD.
Inclusivity and Diversity
At Peninsula Health, we’re committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace. We strive to foster belonging and empowerment at work.
There are a number of initiatives inplace to support people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, cultural background, physical abilities and disabilities, race, religion, gender, and sexual orientation.
Employee Assistance
Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offers independent, confidential and professional assistance to staff and their immediate family through the counselling services of a local member of the Australian Council of Employee Assistance Programs Association. Trained psychologists, social workers and counsellors are able to assist in matters relating to:
- Family, such as separation and divorce
- Stress or conflict
- Physical or emotional abuse
- Substance abuse or gambling
- Loss or grief
- Career changes and retirement
Salary
As a public healthcare service, employees have access to salary packaging, which enables them to take more of their hard-earned salary home and pay less tax.
Support
We are dedicated to providing a supportive and empowering work environment, to help you achieve your goals. Some of the supports you can expect working at Peninsula Health are:
- Flexible hours and rostering
- Comprehensive orientation
- A wide choice of speciality areas and experiences
- Full time and part time positions
- Professional Development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- A highly skilled Nurse Education Division
Undergoing rapid growth
With more families choosing to call Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula home, Peninsula Health is undergoing rapid growth.
The $1.1 billion redevelopment of Frankston Hospital will deliver a new 12-story clinical services tower and main entrance, 130 more beds, new spaces for mental health and oncology services, and 15 new operating theatres.
Learning & Development
Peninsula Health’s multidisciplinary education and training unit is called the Learning Hub, which partners with staff, learners, and consumers to support the provision of safe, personal, effective, and connected care, in a diverse range of healthcare. Staff can gain first-hand experience through our simulation centre, which collaboratively facilitates the design, development, and delivery of a broad range of virtual and in-person educational opportunities.
People Capability Framework
A People Capability Framework is a tool that uses common language to identify key capabilities and behaviours that are required for our people to deliver our strategic goals and desired culture.
This People Capability Framework helps align individual performance with Peninsula Health goals, supports talent management, enhances employee engagement, and fosters a consistent and values-driven culture.
This Framework has been developed to:
- Articulate the leadership capabilities required to achieve our strategic goals
- Develop a common language that is easily understood across Peninsula Health
- Serve as a guide to identify, develop and assess the leadership qualities needed for
people to be successful in their role - Provide consistency when developing employees at all leadership levels
- Set a clear progression for people in relation to leadership capabilities