Trainee - Unaccredited Position
Remuneration: $89,095.00 - $139,187.00 per annum
Hours Per Week: 0.5 FTE
Requisition ID: CAM26570 - Plastic Surgery - Unaccredited Trainee
Supercharge your training at St George Hospital
What you’ll be doing
The Unaccredited Trainee – Plastic Surgery position at St George Hospital offers valuable exposure to a broad range of complex surgical cases in a busy tertiary setting, with the opportunity to develop core skills in plastic surgery under the supervision of experienced consultants.
The Trainee will be responsible for the communication of assessment and management decisions to other staff involved in the patient's care; communication with the patient / family regarding the patient's condition and management plans; maintenance of accurate and relevant patient documentation; coordination of diagnostic tests and consultations; performing of any necessary operative procedures required for the care and treatment of such patients and arrangement of patient admission and discharge procedures.
The Trainee will attend as required, Outpatient Clinics of the Department, participate in the on-call roster, and assist in the private hospital.
Two part-time (0.5 FTE) positions are available at St George Hospital, with additional private hospital work available to create a full-time role.
Where you will be working
The vision for Southeastern 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 Hospital is 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.
10 REASONS TO CHOOSE ST GEORGE HOSPITAL FOR YOUR MEDICAL TRAINING
1. Live in the bustling city, close to gorgeous beaches like the world famous Bondi and Cronulla, or the eclectic inner west – we’re only a very short commute and easily accessible by car or public transport
2. A fabulous local café culture
3. A welcoming and supportive culture with skilled, committed and friendly consultants
4. An emphasis on ‘hands on’ experience with close clinical supervision
5. State of the art facilities with a brand-new ambulatory care and outpatient precinct due for completion in 2026
6. The largest hospital in the district and the principal teaching hospital of the University of New South Wales with opportunities for JMOs to contribute to medical student teaching
7. One of the state’s leading centres for trauma and emergency management
8. A committed Medical Workforce team dedicated to supporting you throughout your medical training
9. Strong links with Justice Health, Calvary, Sutherland, Griffith, Shoalhaven and Coffs Harbour for a wide and varied range of experiences
10. An unwavering commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging
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Selection Criteria
- Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role
- Previous surgical experience
- Demonstrated progress towards career goals in plastic surgery and clinical competence
- Demonstrated clinical competency; demonstrated ability to work independently within a supervised complex clinical environment utilising excellent clinical skills and judgement and expertise
- Demonstrated capacity to work within a multi-disciplinary team
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated interest in teaching and research
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 holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing.
- Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.
- Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.
- 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 SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
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For role related queries or questions contact Dr Ilias Kotronakis on Ilias.Kotronakis@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 05, August 2025
