Medical Administration Trainee--St Vincent's Hospital Sydney
Role Title: Medical Administration Trainee
Role Type: Temporary Full time (up to 1/02/2026)
Classification: Registrar (per The Names NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations' Medical Officer Agreement (2024) or as amended)
Department: Medical Administration, SVHS
Location: Sydney, Darlinghurst (or as determined by the Employer)
Better and fairer care. Always.
We are St Vincent's Health Australia. Australia's largest not-for-profit provider of health and aged care services.
Founded by The Sisters of Charity in 1857, St Vincent's Hospital is today one of Australia’s most iconic and highly regarded hospitals situated in the heart of Darlinghurst which is known for its vibrant and diverse community.
About the role
The Medical Administration Trainee is based at St Vincent's Hospital and reports to the Director Medical Service / Chief Medical Information Officer. The primary purpose of the role of Medical Administration Trainee is to provide administration, management and leadership of clinical and medical services, under supervision, whilst undertaking the training program of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators (RACMA).
About you
As the successful candidate, you will meet the following selection criteria:
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Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent’s Health Australia
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Currently enrolled as a RACMA trainee or at least PGY4 with an intention to commence RACMA training
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Evidence of ability to develop across the continuum from novice to master i.e. participation in term assessments and reports for new trainees, or RACMA based reports for existing trainees
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Ability to demonstrate high levels of enthusiasm, initiative, flexibility, time management and negotiation skills
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Ability to gather information, analyse data and provide reports with appropriate recommendations.
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Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally to a range of stakeholders
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Demonstrated interest in and commitment to key areas of Medical Administration responsibilities such as quality improvement, patient safety, risk management, management and clinical governance
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MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia
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Demonstrated commitment to a learning culture commensurate to working alongside a high performing team.
Why work at St Vincent's?
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Join us on our mission to provide care to all, including the most at-risk people in our community
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Discounted access to many gyms for you and your family with Fitness Passport
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Access to discounted private health insurance with Medibank
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Access to a government salary sacrifice program. Make a proportion of your salary tax-free
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Committed to financial support for educational development, scholarship programs, paid study leave
About the hospital
In this role you will be based at St Vincent’s Hospital, Darlinghurst.
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A busy inner-city hospital in a beautiful location
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Surrounded by great cafes, galleries and theatres, parks, nightlife, and nearby glorious beaches
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A place of expert clinical care for at-risk people
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Closely partnered with universities & affiliated research institutes, many of which are located on-campus
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Centres of excellence include heart & lung transplantation, bone marrow transplantation, cardiology, cancer care, AIDS/HIV, respiratory medicine, mental health, homeless health, drug & alcohol services, and correctional health
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note, for candidates who possess the required qualifications, accreditations, and experience, visa sponsorship may be available for this position and will be determined on application.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.
Equal opportunity
We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.
How to apply
The closing date for applications is 30 April, 2025.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with each of the Selection Criteria listed in the About You section of this job advert.
Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.
Closing Date:
30 April 2025 11:59pm
To apply for this position, please click here: View Job Posting Details - Workday
Reconciliation Action Plan:
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au
View Reconciliation Action Plan
