Advanced Trainee – Cardiology (2nd/3rd Year), Royal North Shore Hospital
Employment Type: Various - Temporary Full Time, Temporary Part Time or Temporary Job Share
Remuneration: As per Public Hospital Medical Officers (State) Award
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM30363
The Cardiology Advanced Trainee position at Royal North Shore Hospital (RNSH) offers an exceptional opportunity to train within a comprehensive and highly specialised cardiovascular service, managing a diverse and complex patient population from across Northern Sydney and New South Wales.
Working alongside nationally recognised Cardiologists and multidisciplinary teams, Advanced Trainees are actively involved in all aspects of cardiovascular care, including inpatient and outpatient management, subspecialty clinics, cardiac imaging, cardiac catheterisation, coronary care, heart failure management, electrophysiology and structural heart disease services. Trainees gain extensive exposure to both acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions while developing the clinical, procedural and leadership skills required for independent specialist practice.
As a major tertiary referral centre, RNSH provides access to a broad range of advanced cardiology services and complex cases, offering outstanding opportunities for learning and professional growth. Trainees participate in multidisciplinary meetings, consultant-led teaching, quality improvement initiatives and research activities within a strong academic environment closely linked with the University of Sydney and the Kolling Institute.
The position provides a comprehensive training experience across the spectrum of contemporary cardiology and supports the development of expertise in clinical decision-making, advanced diagnostics, evidence-based practice and patient-centred care. Trainees benefit from close supervision, mentorship and exposure to innovative cardiovascular therapies and technologies.
This role is ideal for doctors pursuing advanced training in Cardiology who are seeking experience within a high-performing tertiary service committed to clinical excellence, education, research and innovation. Join a leading cardiology team and contribute to the delivery of world-class cardiovascular care while preparing for the next stage of your specialist career.
Where you'll be working - Royal North Shore Hospital
Royal North Shore Hospital (RNSH) is a principal tertiary referral hospital within Northern Sydney Local Health District, delivering a comprehensive range of complex and highly specialised healthcare services to patients across Northern Sydney and New South Wales.
Renowned for its excellence in clinical care, education and research, RNSH has a long and proud history of providing world-class healthcare while supporting the training and development of future healthcare professionals. The hospital offers a broad range of specialist services, including major trauma, severe burns, spinal cord injury management, neonatal intensive care, bone marrow transplantation, neurosurgery and interventional neuroradiology. These services are complemented by comprehensive acute medical, surgical, mental health, paediatric, cancer and maternity care programs.
The RNSH campus is also home to The Kolling, a leading medical research institute jointly governed by Northern Sydney Local Health District and the University of Sydney, fostering innovation and translational research that improves patient outcomes and advances healthcare delivery.
Working at RNSH provides the opportunity to be part of a leading health service committed to clinical excellence, innovation, education and research, while making a meaningful difference to the lives of patients and their families.
For more information https://www.nslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/RNSH/Pages/default.aspx
What you'll be doing
The Advanced Trainee will provide effective clinical management of patients, working under the supervision of Specialist Cardiologists to care for patients presenting or referred with potential cardiac disease, whilst developing expertise in medical practice, in a complex clinical environment. The role includes patient assessment, making treatment decisions, performing procedures, maintaining adequate medical records, organising and interpreting appropriate investigations.
The Advanced Trainee will medically manage conditions such as acute and chronic coronary disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease including endocarditis, and hypertension, with initial management of arrhythmias and pericardial disease, basic adult congenital heart disease and pulmonary hypertension, and prevention of heart disease; and undertake supervised general medical management of patients admitted to the Cardiology department.
The Advanced Trainee will undertake dedicated terms for procedures including coronary angiography, echocardiography, electrophysiology and other procedural and clinical aspects relevant to Cardiology. Networked positions may include rural, regional or outer metropolitan rotations.
The doctor is a key person who works closely with all members of staff and must:
Work as part of, and contribute to a multi-disciplinary team.
Deal with matters of an urgent or sensitive nature.
Must have the ability to exercise discretion, sensitivity and maintain confidentiality.
Work co-operatively within a team environment and actively contribute to team activities including pro-actively participating in team meetings and decision making processes.
The advanced trainee will be expected to make independent decisions on patient care. They will duly consult with the responsible consultant Cardiologist in a timely manner, according to the clinical urgency.
Merit Selection
NSW Health follows a merit-based recruitment and selection process in accordance with Policy Directive PD2023_04 – Recruitment and Selection of Staff to the NSW Health Service.
Applicants will be assessed against the Essential Requirements and Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description. Candidates are encouraged to carefully review the Position Description before submitting their application to ensure they can demonstrate how they meet the requirements of the role.
Candidates shortlisted for interview will be required to provide original qualifications, registrations, licences, and other mandatory credentials for verification by the selection panel. We encourage all applicants to prepare these documents in advance to support a smooth recruitment process.
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Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role.
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Demonstrates commitment to ongoing Advanced Training education, excellent theoretical knowledge and clinical judgement, research and teaching in Cardiology with a commitment to continuous quality improvement.
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Demonstrates ability to provide empathetic and expert clinical care
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Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary clinical team - diligence, punctuality, organization, record keeping, time management, problem solving skills, team work.
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Demonstrates excellent communication (verbal and written) with patients, their families, medical and non-medical colleagues.
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases
To be employed by NSW Health, applicants must provide evidence of vaccination and comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive (PD2024_01. Compliance with this policy, including any amendments made from time to time, is a mandatory condition of employment.
Applicants will be required to provide acceptable evidence of their vaccination status, immunity, and any other occupational health requirements relevant to the position. Evidence must be submitted and assessed in accordance with NSW Health requirements prior to commencement.
Working with Children Check
This position requires a Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance issued by Service NSW. A current and valid WWCC is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this role.
Applicants who do not already hold a WWCC clearance will need to apply for one through Service NSW. For information on eligibility requirements and the application process, please visit the Service NSW Working With Children Check website. A valid WWCC clearance must be maintained for the duration of employment.
https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-for-a-working-with-children-check
Need more information?
about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Dr Avedis Ekmejian at
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases
To be employed by NSW Health, applicants must provide evidence of vaccination and comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive (PD2024_01. Compliance with this policy, including any amendments made from time to time, is a mandatory condition of employment.
Applicants will be required to provide acceptable evidence of their vaccination status, immunity, and any other occupational health requirements relevant to the position. Evidence must be submitted and assessed in accordance with NSW Health requirements prior to commencement.
Working with Children Check
This position requires a Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance issued by Service NSW. A current and valid WWCC is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this role.
Applicants who do not already hold a WWCC clearance will need to apply for one through Service NSW. For information on eligibility requirements and the application process, please visit the Service NSW Working With Children Check website. A valid WWCC clearance must be maintained for the duration of employment.
https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-for-a-working-with-children-check
Need more information?
about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Dr Avedis Ekmejian at
[email protected]
Applications Close: 4, Aug 2026
