Provisional Fellow – Cardiology Interventional, Royal North Shore Hospital
Employment Type: Various - Temporary Part Time or Temporary Job Share
Remuneration: As per Public Hospital Medical Officers (State) Award
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: CAM30364
An exciting opportunity exists to join the dedicated Cardiology Interventional Department at Royal North Shore Hospital. Be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within one of NSW's leading tertiary referral hospitals.
At Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD), you'll enjoy a rewarding and flexible medical career with access to a diverse and complex case mix. Medical staff are actively involved in all aspects of patient care, working collaboratively across specialties to achieve the best outcomes for patients.
Whether you are looking to further develop your clinical skills, broaden your experience, or contribute to innovative models of care, NSLHD offers a supportive environment that encourages professional growth, education, and career development. Join a health service committed to excellence, innovation, and delivering exceptional care to the communities we serve.
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 purpose of the position is to provide high level preventative, screening, diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitation services across general and specialised cardiac medical problems. The Provisional Fellow is expected to be involved in training of coronary intervention and offers an opportunity for the fellow to become involved in the structural heart disease program. The coronary intervention program involves simple and complex coronary angioplasty, interventions from the radial and femoral approach, management of torturous and calcified lesions, bifurcation lesions, chronic total occlusions and the use of rotational artherectomy, cutting balloon and proximal and distal protection devices.
The unit has a specific interest in the management of acute myocardial infarction and has established the concept of a regional heart attack centre where patients with AMI are triaged directly from the ambulance to the cardiac catheter
laboratory.
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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Advanced ability to work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams, including the sharing of appropriate information internally and externally with key persons or services
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Advanced ability to work independently within a supervised complex clinical environment utilising excellent clinical skills, judgment and expertise.
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Advanced verbal, written and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with other health professionals
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Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management
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Ongoing commitment to further education and professional development and demonstrated ability to teach, and willingness to participate in the teaching of Medical Students, Junior Medical Staff and other clinical staff
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Understanding of research methodology or research experience and a willingness to undertake research proposal
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
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For role related queries or questions contact Dr Avedis Ekmejian at
[email protected]
Applications Close: 04, August 2026