Advanced Trainee - Clinical Toxicology AMR 2027

Calvary Health Care; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 118,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Up to $15,900 in salary packaging plus

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Leave entitlement balances transfer

Gender neutral parental leave

Job summary

Calvary Mater Newcastle is seeking an Advanced Trainee in Clinical Toxicology for Emergency Medicine on a temporary full‑time or part‑time 12‑month appointment from February 2027. The role sits in the Department of Clinical Toxicology, providing inpatient care for poisoned and envenomed patients under supervision of specialist staff.

Applicants must have MBBS, be registered or eligible with the Medical Board of Australia, and have 3 years postgraduate hospital experience with 1 year in internal

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent and eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Currently participating in or completed an advanced training programme.
• Minimum 3 years postgraduate hospital experience and 1 year in internal medicine, emergency medicine or intensive care.
• Demonstrated communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and under high demand.
• Commitment to professional development and Calvary's mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality, safe medical care to poisoned and envenomed patients under supervision.
• Undertake learning and professional development in Clinical Toxicology.
• Contribute to the Hunter Area Toxicology Service collaboration.
• Work as a member of a multidisciplinary team in a high‑demand setting.

Skills

MBBS or equivalent, registered or elig

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to work unsupervised

Professional development

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Medical Board of Australia registration or eligible

Advanced training programme (Australasia / intl)

Job description

Newcastle, NSW, Australia

Fixed Term - Time Specific

Closing on: Nov 1 2026

Position Description

Clinical Toxicology - Emergency Medicine - Advanced Trainee

Temporary Full-Time or Part-Time - February 2027 (12 Months)

Join Calvary Mater Newcastle Where Compassion Meets World-Class Care!

• Salary Classification - Registrar Year 1-4
• Remuneration - $117,745.00 - $147,664.00 per annum + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options

The Department of Clinical Toxicology provides an inpatient service for the management of poisoned and envenomed patients. For the management of deliberate self-poisoning patients, the department combines with the Department of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry as the Hunter Area Toxicology Service. The position involves the delivery of high quality, safe, effective medical care to the patients of Calvary Mater under the supervision of specialist staff, whilst undertaking learning and professional development in the area of Clinical Toxicology.

About You

• MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia
• Currently participating in or completed an advanced training programme associated with an Australasian training body or recognised international equivalent
• A minimum of 3 years postgraduate hospital experience and a minimum of 1 year of postgraduate experience in general or subspecialty internal medicine, emergency medicine or intensive care
• Demonstrated communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to work unsupervised and work proficiently in periods of high demand and activity
• Demonstrated commitment to own personal and professional development
• Commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of Calvary with the ability and desire to uphold these principles at all times

For further information contact Dr Geoff Isbister via [e-mail]

Why work for Calvary?

We are an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Our health services and clinics include Oncology, Coronary Care and Cardiology, Surgery, Intensive Care, General Medicine, Research and 24/7 Emergency Care.

We are a world class leader in research in oncology, toxicology, psychiatry and palliative care research. Our researchers work in partnership with our nurses, clinicians and patients, as well as universities, affiliated organisations and charities, both locally and globally.

We work together to be a source of healing, hope and nurturing to the people and communities we serve. As we work, our values are visible in how we act and treat each other. We care for our people by providing a safe, equitable, inclusive and welcoming work environment that respects each individual and their contribution to our purpose of 'Being for Others'.

In addition to an enriching work environment, our staff benefit from:

• On-site parking
• Up to $15,900 in salary packaging options plus extra savings with meal entertainment packaging and novated car leasing
• Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program
• Leave entitlement balances transfer for NSW Health employees
• Gender neutral parental leave

This role requires the successful applicant to:

• Have unlimited working rights in Australia
• Successfully complete pre-employment checks including reference checks, work rights, criminal history check and WWCC checks to ensure suitability for the role
• Provide evidence of immunisation as required for the role