Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 6 February 2028
Position Classification: Senior Resident Medical Officer
Remuneration: $94,521.00 - $127,827.00 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM29034 - Orthopaedic Surgery – Senior Resident Medical Officer
Location: St George Hospital, Kogarah
Are you a junior doctor with a strong interest in Orthopaedic Surgery, looking to further develop your clinical skills in a supportive and high-acuity surgical environment? This is an excellent opportunity to join the Orthopaedics team within St George/Sutherland Hospitals encompassing placements at Sutherland, Shoalhaven and Goulburn Hospitals, and relief across the network.
A high level of exposure to both elective and trauma orthopaedics
Skill development in procedural and perioperative care
Access to structured teaching, mentoring, and career development support
The chance to rotate through diverse hospital settings across metropolitan and regional NSW
This position is ideal for PGY2+ doctors who are enthusiastic about a surgical career, particularly in orthopaedics, and are keen to build strong foundational skills in a hands-on and well-supported environment.
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.
This position will allow you to gain valuable experience in the Riverina and Shoalhaven districts where you will develop skills in a rural setting.
- 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
- MBBS or equivalent, current general registration with the Medical Board of Australia
- Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements of the role including completed terms in Emergency Medicine
- Demonstrated interest in orthopaedics
- High level oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated effective organisational and time management skills within the framework of a multidisciplinary team environment
- Demonstrated commitment to clinical and / or laboratory research
- Commitment to own continuing professional development and self-education.
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 Marina Zimmerman on [email protected]
Applications Close: 04, August 2026Tuesday, 04 August 2026
