General Surgery Fellow: High-Volume Coastal Fellowship

Barwon Health; Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

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Job summary

Barwon Health in Geelong invites applications for a Fellow in General Surgery/Upper GI Hepatobiliary – 2027. This 12‑month fellowship targets senior surgical trainees who have FRACS or an equivalent qualification and offers a comprehensive, high‑volume surgical experience within a large regional teaching hospital.

Fellows will work across University Hospital Geelong and Epworth Waurn Ponds, with a strong on‑call component.

Qualifications

• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) or equivalent specialist qualification
• Eligibility for registration as a medical practitioner in Australia (AHPRA)
• Significant postgraduate experience in General Surgery or a comparable clinical environment
• A demonstrated commitment to pursuing a career in General Surgery, with a subspecialty interest
• Strong clinical decision‑making and organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Proven leadership capability and a commitment to supporting junior staff
• Willingness to participate in on‑call and after‑hours rosters

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day clinical management of surgical units, including inpatient care and referrals
• Participate in operating theatre sessions, outpatient clinics, and endoscopy services
• Attend promptly to urgent and emergency clinical presentations
• Organise patient admissions and ensure appropriate management plans are in place
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and their families, including obtaining informed consent
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Liaise effectively with Consultant Surgeons regarding patient care, including structured handover
• Supervise and support junior medical staff, including registrars and interns
• Contribute to after‑hours, on‑call, and recall rosters
• Assist in surgical education, training, and unit administration
• Prioritise and manage multiple patients according to clinical urgency
• Participate in continuing medical education and quality improvement activities

Job description

Barwon Health in Geelong invites applications for a Fellow in General Surgery/Upper GI Hepatobiliary – 2027. This 12‑month fellowship targets senior surgical trainees who have FRACS or an equivalent qualification and offers a comprehensive, high‑volume surgical experience within a large regional teaching hospital.

Fellows will work across University Hospital Geelong and Epworth Waurn Ponds, with a strong on‑call component.