Unaccredited Trainee – Neurosurgery, Royal North Shore and North Shore Private Hospitals
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: CAM30382
The Neurosurgery term at Royal North Shore Hospital (RNSH) and North Shore Private Hospital (NSPH) offers junior doctors an outstanding opportunity to develop their clinical knowledge and surgical experience within a high-volume neurosurgical unit managing a broad spectrum of cranial and spinal conditions.
Working alongside experienced Neurosurgeons and multidisciplinary teams, trainees are actively involved in all aspects of patient care, including acute assessments, perioperative management, ward-based care, outpatient clinics, multidisciplinary meetings and emergency neurosurgical presentations. The role provides exposure to a diverse case mix, including brain tumours, traumatic brain injury, cerebrovascular disease, hydrocephalus, spinal disorders and other complex neurological conditions.
Based across both the public and private sectors, this position offers a unique training experience, combining the high-acuity tertiary referral workload of Royal North Shore Hospital with the elective and specialist surgical activity of North Shore Private Hospital. Doctors will gain valuable experience in managing patients throughout their surgical journey, from initial presentation and operative planning through to postoperative care and recovery.
The term is ideal for doctors considering careers in Neurosurgery, Surgery, Neurology, Critical Care or other acute specialties. Trainees benefit from close consultant supervision, structured teaching opportunities and exposure to advanced neurosurgical procedures within an environment that values clinical excellence, education and innovation.
Where you'll be working
Royal North Shore Hospital - https://www.nslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/RNSH/Pages/default.aspx
North Shore Private Hospital - https://www.nhttps://www.northshoreprivate.com.au
What you'll be doing
The primary purpose of the role is to provide effective clinical management of surgical patients, under appropriate supervision, whilst developing expertise in medical practice, in a complex clinical environment. The Neurosurgery unaccredited trainee is the key person who works closely with all members of a multi-disciplinary team and deals with matters of an urgent or sensitive nature, whilst exercising discretion, sensitivity and maintaining confidentiality.
Decision making and supervision will be at the appropriate level according to the Neurosurgery unaccredited trainee’s skills, knowledge and experience. They will be 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 appropriate Attending Medical Officer (AMO). All patients managed within the hospitals of the health service are under the direct care of a specialist medical practitioner. All decisions regarding a patient’s care are to be clearly communicated with the specialist responsible for that care. The Unaccredited Neurosurgery Trainee will share terms across both Royal North Shore Hospital and at North Shore Private Hospital. The positions are full time, Monday to Friday with rostered on-call on the Neurosurgery Trainee roster (with supervision.) The role will predominantly be to support the SET Trainees in assessment of emergency patients, seeing consults and assisting in the operating theatres as well as the routine functioning of the unit.
At NSPH the Trainee will predominantly function as a surgical assistant, the Trainee will attend meetings at RNSH as well as participating in the RNSH Outpatient Clinic. In addition the Trainee will be expected to participate in the day-to-day managements of the neurosurgery patients at NSP, particularly in the ICU.
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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Experience and qualifications commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role
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Demonstrated ability to work independently within a supervised complex clinical environment utilising excellent clinical skills, judgement and expertise
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Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
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High level communication skills, both written and verbal
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Skills in time management, prioritisation and problem solving
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Commitment to own continuing professional development and self-education
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Commitment to quality improvement and patient safety
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 Jonathan Parkinson at
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Applications Close: 04, August 2026