Trainee - Unaccredited Position
Remuneration: $89,095.00 - $139,187.00 + 11.5% super & salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM25290
An exciting opportunity exists to join the Emergency Department at Wollongong Hospital.
Wollongong Hospital is the Illawarra and Shoalhaven’s major referral and teaching hospital and has a bed base of more than 500. The campus, which incorporates the Illawarra Regional Cancer Care Centre, provides a comprehensive range of inpatient, outpatient and community-based services.
The Shoalhaven area is one of the fastest growing areas of NSW with over 5,000 new residents making the move here every year. The area has plenty to offer with the beautiful beaches of Jervis Bay, rainforests of Kangaroo Valley and tourist townships like Berry, all within 30 minutes’ drive. For more information on the Shoalhaven Region you can visit the following website: Shoalhaven
Shellharbour Hospital is a 197 bed, acute facility providing a comprehensive range of inpatient, outpatient and community-based services. The inpatient services include aged care, medical, surgical, mental health and acute medical assessment inpatient beds, plus a day surgery unit. The hospital also provides emergency services, elective surgical services, general medical, antenatal and primary family health care, satellite renal dialysis, as well as
The position of Unaccredited Trainee would suit a junior doctor of at least 3 years post graduate experience who wishes to gain clinical experience and training in Emergency Medicine prior to formal critical care training. The Unaccredited Trainee will participate in a seven-day per week roster which includes evening and night shifts and will demonstrate proficiency in the initial assessment and management of all medical and surgical emergencies in paediatric and adult patients.
Benefits of working with ISLHD
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
· Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
· Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay
· Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
· Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
· Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information
· Career progression and professional development
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Selection Criteria
- MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia
- At least three years' post graduate experience in public hospital service (or equivalent)
- Significant experience in an Australian Emergency Department or equivalent
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a supervised environment and work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Effective oral and written communication skills and demonstrated good organisational and time management skills
- Evidence of continued professional development and commitment to self-education
- Ability and willingness to work at the facilities within the District to deliver patient care and preparedness and ability to participate in a 7 day per week / 24 hours per day shift work roster
- Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management
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For role related queries or questions contact Simon Binks - simon.binks1@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 05, August 2025
