Advanced Trainee – Sexual Health Medicine, 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: CAM30395
The Sexual Health Medicine term within Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD) offers junior doctors the opportunity to gain experience in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of sexually transmissible infections (STIs), HIV medicine and broader sexual health care within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. Services are delivered through NSLHD's specialist Sexual Health Service, including Clinic 16 at Royal North Shore Hospital Community Health Centre.
Working alongside Sexual Health Physicians, Nurses, Counsellors and Allied Health professionals, trainees are involved in the assessment and management of a diverse patient population. The role provides exposure to HIV care, STI management, HIV post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), preventive health programs and specialised clinics supporting priority populations.
This term offers valuable experience in outpatient medicine, patient counselling, public health, health promotion and multidisciplinary care. Trainees develop strong communication skills while managing a broad range of presentations in a confidential, inclusive and culturally safe clinical environment.
Ideal for doctors interested in Sexual Health Medicine, General Practice, Infectious Diseases, Public Health or Internal Medicine, this position provides a unique opportunity to contribute to preventative healthcare while developing expertise in a specialty that combines clinical medicine, community health and population-based care. Supported by experienced clinicians and a strong culture of education and professional development, trainees will gain experience in delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to diverse communities across Northern Sydney.
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
To provide effective clinical management of patients with Sexually Transmissible Infections, HIV, and other sexual
health needs, including provision of screening and biomedical prevention strategies, under appropriate supervision, including patient assessment, making treatment decisions, performing procedures and maintaining adequate medical records; and to develop expertise in medical practice, in a complex clinical environment. This includes the provision of professional advice and consultancy to outside agencies seeking information on STI/HIV infections. The Advanced Trainee's role includes participation in training program, peer education, clinical audits and research.
The Advanced Trainee is expected to adopt a progressively more independent approach to patient management according to their experience, under the guidance of, and at the discretion of the attending Sexual Health Physician.
This is a position recognised by the Australasia Chapter of Sexual Health Medicine (AChSHM, RACP) for training in sexual health medicine, and other Colleges (e.g RACP, RACGP, RACOG) by negotiation.
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.
- Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the planning, delivery and coordination of patient care.
- High level communication skills, including the ability to convey, and adapt verbal and written information to a clinical and non-clinical audience
- Demonstrated good organisational and time management skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.
- Demonstrated high level independent clinical skills and judgement, with the ability to make sound decisions and problem solve with an awareness of limitations and ability to learn independently and modify behaviour accordingly.
- Previous experience in and willingness to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate medical education and training.
- Demonstrated interest and commitment to further education and practice in Sexual Health Medicine
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_015). 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 Catriona Ooi at [email protected]
Applications Close: 04, August 2026
