Advanced Trainee
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- Public Health Medicine
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- Western NSW Local Health District
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- CAM26846 Requisition #
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time
Position Classification: Advanced Trainee
Remuneration: $97,993 - $139,187per annum
Hours Per Week: 24 hours per week
Location: Orange NSW
Advanced Trainee – Public Health Medicine
Orange Health Service
The position offers twelve months accredited regional Public Health Medicine Advance Trainee experience. The primary purpose of the role is to provide effective public health services to the population of the Western NSW Local Health District under supervision, while developing expertise in public health practice. The Advanced Trainee will have a supervisor who is a Specialist in Public Health Medicine.
About Orange Hospital
Focusing on innovative models of care, Orange Health Service is the largest rural hospital in NSW and the regional teaching, referral and trauma centre for the Central West. The 520 bed campus has a 150 bed general hospital, with five operating suites and 60 specialised treatment areas.
Opened in 2011, services include FACEM-staffed emergency, inclusive of trauma; level 5 intensive care, medical, general and specialist surgical; obstetrics; paediatrics; level 4 maternity; dialysis; dental; cardiology, stroke, telestroke, interventional cardiology; radiation oncology; ambulatory care; rehabilitation; sub-acute/non-acute; diagnostic and a range of primary and community health services.
The hospital has one of the largest regional clinical trials units conducting a range of trials (incl tele‐trials and phase 1 trials) across a several specialties.
Our team provides high performing, harmonious care with a multitude of valuable training opportunities in a supportive and convivial environment. The scope, size and stability of the team, and our commitment to training and experiential learning, make it an ideal platform for trainee development. Special emphasis is placed on developing clinical autonomy, organisational skills, close working relationships with senior clinicians and where appropriate, supervision of junior trainees.
Orange Health Service is a teaching hospital associated with the University of Sydney and Charles Sturt University. There is an excellent record of success in college professional exams and also future placement with metropolitan hospital training programs.
And importantly, our supportive administrative team caters to trainees as individuals in their rostering schedules and career pathways, so it’s no wonder Orange is well known for great trainee experiences.
About Orange
Just three and a half hours from Sydney and Canberra and home to nearly 70,000 people, the Orange Region is a unique appealing blend of a vibrant regional city, historic villages, abundant natural resources, scenic landscapes and established infrastructure. It’s also a leading wine growing region with over 30 cellar doors all within 20 minutes from the city.
Imagine finishing your shift and heading to play an indoor team sport, hit the heights of a hiking trail, or take time out in a buzzing local pub — all just minutes from home. Orange offers the perfect fusion of laid-back regional living and sophisticated city culture.
🍷 Wine & Dine Capital: Home to some of Australia’s most awarded cool-climate wineries and many restaurants.
🌳 Nature on Your Doorstep: Surrounded by national parks, lakes, and bushwalking trails — ideal for weekend adventures.
🏡 A Place to Belong: Great schools, vibrant arts and culture, and a strong sense of community.
💰 A lifestyle you can afford: Choose the lifestyle you want with real housing options and room to breathe.
Orange is the perfect place for those looking for excellent clinical training while still enjoying a good work life balance. Apply now!
Watch our video for the JMO Experience in Western NSW Local Health District.
What we can offer you
· Country living with a meaningful career path
· Flexible work practices (as appropriate to the position and negotiated with your manager)
· Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
· Opportunities for learning and development, including in-house training with My Health Learning and the NSW Health RTO
· Professional growth and accelerated career progression
For more information on living and working in our beautiful region, visit our website Western NSW Health Careers.
Essential Requirements:
- MBBS or equivalent, current general registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
- Master of Public Health or equivalent degree.
- Have received written confirmation from the Australasian Faculty of Public Health Medicine of eligibility to commence Advanced Public Health Training.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
- Evidence of high-level computer literacy skills, including advanced word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other software.
- Ability and willingness to travel to other facilities of WNSWLHD and other LHDs.
- Valid Working with Children Check and cleared National Police check.
- To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy, this includes any amendments made from time to time.
To apply, please address the following Selection Criteria:
1. Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role.
2. Master of Public Health or equivalent degree.
3. Have received written confirmation from the Australasian Faculty of Public Health Medicine of eligibility to commence Advanced Public Health Training.
4. Demonstrated interest or experience in public and population health.
5. Evidence of high level written and verbal communication skills with a variety of audiences.
6. Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
7. Evidence of high-level computer literacy skills, including advanced word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other software.
Need more information?
· For role related queries or questions please contact Sarah Sharp via email Sarah.Sharp@health.nsw.gov.au or (02) 6369 3536
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