Cardiothoracic Surgery Trainee (Unaccredited) – Training

Southern NSW Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 89,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District is seeking an unaccredited Trainee in Cardiothoracic Surgery at St George Hospital, Kogarah NSW. The position is a temporary full-time appointment until 31 January 2027, with a remuneration range of AUD 89,095 to AUD 139,187 per annum and a 38-hour week.

The Cardiothoracic department handles around 200 cardiac and 200 thoracic procedures yearly, with a mix of general thoracic and minimally invasive surgery.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent, current general registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
• (a) Ideally experience in a Cardiothoracic Surgical Department (b) ICU experience preferred, but not essential
• Demonstrated ability to work independently within a supervised complex clinical environment utilising excellent clinical skills, judgement and expertise.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• High level communication skills, both written and verbal, skills in time management, prioritisation and problem solving.
• Preparedness to participate in an afterhours roster.
• Commitment to own continuing professional development and self-education including working towards completion of relevant College examinations ie Preference given to completion of GSSE
• 1. Commitment to quality improvement and patient safety 2. At least three years' post graduate experience in public hospital service (or equivalent)

Responsibilities

• Assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures and patient care in the department.
• Coordinate with 4 consultants and 4 registrars on a rotating theatre roster.
• Attend weekly Outpatient/Post-operative Review Clinic and Pre-Admissions Clinic.
• Participate in departmental teaching sessions.

Skills

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Time management

Education

MBBS or equivalent

General medical registration

Job description

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District is seeking an unaccredited Trainee in Cardiothoracic Surgery at St George Hospital, Kogarah NSW. The position is a temporary full-time appointment until 31 January 2027, with a remuneration range of AUD 89,095 to AUD 139,187 per annum and a 38-hour week.

The Cardiothoracic department handles around 200 cardiac and 200 thoracic procedures yearly, with a mix of general thoracic and minimally invasive surgery.