The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Fellow (Upper Gastrointestinal) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Advocate for the patient which includes protecting the patient, being the patient's voice, provision of quality care.
Participate in major elective surgery including oesophagectomy, gastrectomy, complex hernia repair, anti-reflux surgery and endocrine surgery.
Participate in the supervision, training and professional development of Junior medical staff
Contribute to perioperative management of acute and complex surgical patients
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
Tertiary degree in Medicine/Surgery (MBBS)
AHPRA Registration
Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in general surgery (or equivalent overseas qualification) and be eligible for medical registration in Australia
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Permanent part time (64 hours per fortnight)
Base salary ranging from $87.99 - $96.96 per hour
About Us
The Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service has a tertiary level Upper Gastrointestinal Unit offering a full range of services in Oesophago-gastric malignancy, complex hernia, benign foregut and endocrine surgery.
The service is supported by a well-established multidisciplinary team that maintains a close working relationship with other departments including Gastroenterology, Oncology, Interventional Radiology, the Intensive Care Unit (including Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation support), and Allied Health services.
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 27 July 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC687263
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