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: CAM28994 - Unaccredited Trainee - Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: St George Hospital, Kogarah
The Cardiothoracic department (including the facility at St George Private) performs around 200 cardiac and 200 thoracic surgical procedures per year, and general thoracic surgery (including minimally invasive). There are generally between 12 – 20 inpatients at any one time. Most of the cardiac caseload is coronary and valvular surgery, as well as routine and emergency aortic surgery. Minimally invasive surgery cardiac and thoracic surgery is performed according to surgeon preferences. Assistance at the adjacent Private Hospital may be required.
There are 4 consultants, who operate a daily theatre list on a rotating roster. Generally, 4 registrars (including one accredited trainee) staff a 2-shift roster from Monday to Friday (3 registrars from 0700 – 1700, and one from 1200 – 2000). Weekends and weeknight cover are rostered 1:4 providing a 24-hour service.
Unaccredited Trainees are expected to co-ordinate and attend weekly Outpatient/Post-operative Review Clinic, as well as Pre-Admissions Clinic. Departmental teaching occurs weekly.
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
- MBBS or equivalent, current general registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
- (a) Ideally experience in a Cardiothoracic Surgical Department (b) ICU experience preferred, but not essential
- Demonstrated ability to work independently within a supervised complex clinical environment utilising excellent clinical skills, judgement and expertise.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- High level communication skills, both written and verbal, skills in time management, prioritisation and problem solving.
- Preparedness to participate in an afterhours roster.
- Commitment to own continuing professional development and self-education including working towards completion of relevant College examinations ie Preference given to completion of GSSE
- 1. Commitment to quality improvement and patient safety 2. At least three years' post graduate experience in public hospital service (or equivalent)
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 CON MANGANAS on [email protected]
Applications Close: 04, August 2026Tuesday, 4 August 2026
