Employment Type: Temporary Full/Part Time until 4 February 2029
Remuneration: $117,745.00 - $147,664.00 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM29015 - ICU – Advanced Trainee
Location: St George Hospital, Kogarah
As an Advanced Trainee in the Intensive Care Unit at St George Hospital, you will deliver high-quality care to critically ill patients in a dynamic and complex clinical environment, while actively progressing through the College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM) training program with the aim of achieving fellowship
Working under the guidance of Specialist Intensive Care Physicians, you will lead a multidisciplinary team in the management of patients requiring intensive care, as well as those at risk of clinical deterioration. The role offers a supportive, flexible structure with graded responsibility, allowing you to develop increasing clinical autonomy and expand your skills in leadership, research, education, and administration—preparing you for transition into specialist practice.
The unit provides access to a comprehensive ICU-based echocardiography service, including hands-on training and supervised pathways for formal certification. Regular multidisciplinary simulation training is conducted in a state-of-the-art simulation centre located within the ICU complex.
To support the breadth of CICM training requirements, Advanced Trainees may also undertake secondments in Anaesthesia or Medicine as part of their rotation.
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 ICU is an award-winning state of the art Level 3 Intensive Care unit in a 600-bed tertiary referral and the major trauma centre for SESLHD. The unit treats over 3000 patients each year and has 52 physical beds of which 36 beds are currently funded. Most surgical and medical subspecialties are represented in the case-mix in keeping with the tertiary referral centre status of the hospital. In addition to the major trauma, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery and complex GI cancer surgery, the ICU provides a low volume ECMO service. In addition to the accredited training program for the College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM), the unit also contributes to anaesthetics, surgery, physician and emergency medicine training.
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
- MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category.
- Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role including Completion of four years post graduate experience at commencement of position, with documented experience in ICU and anaesthetics.
- Current registration (or intending to apply for registration) as a trainee with the Australian and New Zealand College of Intensive Care Medicine or equivalent level of training.
- Demonstrated career goal to undertake further training in intensive care medicine and demonstrated aptitude for acute care medicine
- Demonstrated time management and problem-solving skills as part of a multidisciplinary team in the clinical setting.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently within a supervised complex clinical environment utilising excellent clinical skills, judgment and expertise.
- Demonstrated verbal, written and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to vary communication style in line with the understanding of the needs of diverse audiences
- Evidence of continued professional development and commitment to self-education, quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.
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 Tejo Kapalli on [email protected]
Applications Close: 04, August 2026Tuesday, 04 August 2026
