Trainee - Unaccredited Position

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

CAM30480 Requisition #

Employment Type: TemporaryFull Time until 31 January 2027
Remuneration: $89,095.00- $139,187.00 per annum
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID: CAM25924 - Cardiothoracic Surgery - Unaccredited Trainee
Location: St George Hospital, Kogarah NSW

Supercharge your training at St George Hospital

What you’ll be doing

TheCardiothoracicdepartment (including the facility at St George Private) performs around200cardiac and200thoracic surgical procedures per year, and general thoracic surgery (including minimally invasive).There are generally between 12 – 20 inpatients at any one time. Most of the cardiac caseload is coronary and valvular surgery, as well as routine and emergency aortic surgery. Minimally invasive surgery cardiac and thoracic surgery is performed according to surgeon preferences.Assistance at the adjacent Private Hospital may be required.

There are 4 consultants, who operate a daily theatre list on a rotating roster. Generally, 4 registrars (including one accredited trainee) staff a 2-shift roster from Monday to Friday (3 registrars from 0700 – 1700, and one from 1200 – 2000). Weekends and weeknight cover are rostered 1:4 providing a 24-hour service.

Unaccredited Trainees are expected to co-ordinate and attend weekly Outpatient/Post-operative Review Clinic, as well as Pre-Admissions Clinic. Departmental teaching occurs weekly.

Where you will be working

The vision forSoutheastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to our community being healthy and well, and providing the best possible compassionate care.

St George Hospitalis an accredited, principal teaching hospital of the University of New South Wales. It is the largest hospital in SESLHD with 627 inpatient beds. It is a Level 1 Trauma Centre and a leader in trauma and emergency management in NSW. The hospital’s proximity to Sydney airport makes it a vital service, providing first response to the airport precinct.

The hospital is in Kogarah, 14 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD and a kilometre from Botany Bay. It is well serviced by buses, trains and major roads. The area is well known for its cosmopolitan cafes and restaurants, as well as its food and cultural markets which showcase the distinct flavours and traditions of Kogarah's multicultural community.

Selection Criteria

• 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)

The CORE Values which guide patient care in SESLHD are: Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. These define how we aim to work and hopefully inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

Additional Information

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.
• Employment of temporary visa holdersis only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessedagainst the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.
• SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their careers, feel supported. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates, for advice, please contact the SESLHD Aboriginal Employment Team on [e-mail]

Applications Close: Sunday, 13 September 2026

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