Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 6 February 2028
Position Classification: Unaccredited Trainee
Remuneration: $117,745.00 - $147,664.00 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM29037 - Plastic Surgery – Unaccredited Trainee
Location: St George Hospital, Kogarah
The Unaccredited Trainee in 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.
In this role you 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 Unaccredited 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.
South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is guided by a simple vision: exceptional care, healthier lives. At St George Hospital, you’ll be part of a team that delivers high-quality, compassionate care while supporting you to grow and thrive in your medical career.
St George Hospital is a major tertiary and principal teaching hospital of the University of New South Wales, with 627 beds and a reputation for clinical excellence. As a Level 1 Trauma Centre, we are leaders in trauma and emergency care, offering exposure to a broad and complex case mix. Our location near Sydney Airport also means you’ll gain unique experience as part of a key first-response service to the airport precinct.
Located in Kogarah, just 14km from Sydney’s CBD and close to Botany Bay, the hospital is easily accessible by public transport and major roads. You’ll be surrounded by a vibrant, multicultural community, known for its great food, cafés and relaxed coastal lifestyle.
- Enjoy the best of Sydney – live near world-famous beaches, the CBD or the Inner West, all within an easy commute
- Great lifestyle – cafés, restaurants and a diverse food scene right on your doorstep
- Supportive team culture – approachable consultants and senior staff who are invested in your development
- Real clinical experience – strong focus on hands-on learning with appropriate supervision
- Modern facilities – including a brand-new ambulatory care and outpatient precinct opening in 2026
- Teaching opportunities – as a UNSW teaching hospital, you can get involved in medical student education
- High-acuity exposure – work in one of NSW’s leading trauma and emergency centres
- Dedicated JMO support – a Medical Workforce team that’s responsive and here to help you succeed
- Varied rotations – opportunities across multiple sites including rural and metro settings
- Inclusive workplace – a strong commitment to diversity, wellbeing and belonging
- 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
Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. These values have been created by employees, for employees, and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
- Visa sponsorship may be available for overseas candidates if no suitable permanent resident(s) or citizen(s) are identified after labour market testing.
- Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria and selection criteria of the position description.
- An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.
- Recommended applicants will be reviewed for Category A compliance under the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases policy directive 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 [email protected]
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For role related queries or questions contact Dr Ilias Kakounis on [email protected]
Applications Close: 04, August 2026Tuesday, 04 August 2026
