Gastroenterology Advanced Trainee

MQ Health; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 250,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A university-owned healthcare organization in Sydney seeks an Advanced Trainee in Gastroenterology to provide clinical services. Candidates should have a strong background in gastroenterology and be passionate about patient-centered care. This full-time role offers ongoing education and mentorship opportunities, including endoscopic procedures and participation in research projects.

Benefits

Attractive salary package

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in gastroenterology.
• Demonstrated understanding of patient perspectives.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and carers.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services for inpatients and outpatients.
• Assist with endoscopic procedures.
• Supervise and train students and other medical staff.

Skills

Experience in gastroenterology

Ability to communicate key information

Multidisciplinary team collaboration

Education

Current registration as a medical practitioner in Australia

Enrolled in a higher degree

Job description

Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical

JOB DESCRIPTION

PRIMARY DETAIL

Attractive salary package, relative to appointment level

Full time, fixed term for 12 months

Macquarie University Hospital (Wallumattagal Campus), North Ryde

Be part of a university-owned, innovative academically integrated healthcare organisation where professional development, ongoing education and career progression are supported and encouraged

The Role

MQ Health is seeking an Advanced Trainee in Gastroenterology to provide clinical services for both inpatients and outpatients within the speciality.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Be mentored and work alongside gastroenterologists and other related allied health staff within the team.
• Be exposed to a wide range of gastroenterology cases as inpatients and outpatients (clinics), consultations and endoscopic procedures. Point of contact for infusions and research projects.
• Assist with endoscopy procedures include gastroscopy, colonoscopy, chromoendoscopy, stricture dilatations and balloon enteroscopy.
• Participate in research projects and clinical trials
• Supervise and train students, registrars and other Doctors in Training
• Contribute to educational activities with MQ Health
• Learn transabdominal ultrasound for IBD.

About Us

At MQ Health we unite the best clinicians, the most astounding researchers and the most dynamic teachers to lead the development of health and medical education and practice in Australia. MQ Health is Australia’s first fully integrated academic health sciences centre under a University’s leadership. Founded to advance the tripartite missions of clinical care, learning and research, we are bold and ambitious in our pursuit of patient-centred excellence.

About You

Ideally you will be enrolled into a higher degree and working on a research project. You will be a registrar seeking to further your skills and knowledge in gastroenterology. You will be keen to work in an innovative multidisciplinary environment and be passionate about providing patient centred care. You will have experience working within busy inpatient settings, while balancing supervision, teaching and mentoring of junior staff and medical students.

Key Accountabilities

Clinical

• Participating in daily ward rounds, handovers, and timely clinical decision-making
• Assisting in a wide range of endoscopic procedures, including: Gastroscopy and colonoscopy, ERCP and balloon enteroscopy, Chromoendoscopy and stricture dilatation
• Providing consultation and liaison services with other medical teams
• Maintaining accurate and timely electronic medical records
• Supporting safe discharge planning and continuity of care
• Participating in an on-call roster as required

Administrative

• Attending relevant discipline and hospital meetings
• Participating in M&M reviews and incident reporting
• Providing at least four weeks’ notice for planned leave and ensuring clinical coverage
• Promptly reporting any incidents that could give rise to a complaint or medico-legal issue

Quality and Research Activities

• Participating in clinical audits, peer reviews, and root cause analyses
• Supporting hospital accreditation processes and safety reviews
• Contributing to or initiating research projects with your clinical supervisor
• Attending and contributing to M&M and Sentinel Event meetings

Supervision, Training and Education

• Supervising junior medical staff and supporting their development
• Contributing to the education of medical students, nurses, and allied health staff
• Attending and presenting at education sessions, journal clubs, and grand rounds
• Representing MQ Health at internal and external academic forums where appropriate

Professional Development, Continuing Education and Maintenance of Standards

We are committed to supporting your ongoing training and career development. As part of your role, you will:

• Participate fully in the relevant college training program, including exam preparation
• Work with supervisors to develop a tailored education and professional development plan
• Engage in continuing medical education and log ongoing development activities
• Be encouraged to present at national conferences such as AGW (poster or oral presentation)

To Apply

To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate the below requirements in your CV and a 1-2 page cover letter:

• Current registration as a medical practitioner in Australia [or ability to obtain – including English language requirements]
• Demonstrated experience in gastroenterology.
• Demonstrated understanding of the patients’ perspective and ability to communicate key information to the patient and carers.
• Demonstrated interest and aptitude for one or more of the following activities: supervision of students; delivery of education activities; research.
• A strong commitment to multidisciplinary approaches to clinical care and ability to work as part of a team.

At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community.