Trainee - Unaccredited Position

Position:  Unaccredited Trainee

Department:  Cardiology
Location: Tweed Valley Hospital

Working with Northern NSW Local Health District, you can play a part in delivering quality care to our region. More than 280,000 people live within the Northern NSW Local Health District, and around 4.7 per cent of our population are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. Our health service values the essential role our staff play in delivering innovative ways to respond to the health needs of our patients and clients.

Our staff live and work in some of Australia’s most sought-after destinations, where work/life balance is not a buzzword, it’s a reality!

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an unaccredited cardiology registrar role, working in a supportive, structured teaching environment to facilitate progression to formal advanced training, noting that the TVH has recently been accredited by the RACP as a rotational site for advanced trainees from The Gold Coast University Hospital.

You will be part of a collegiate team of 7 Cardiologists and 3 specialist Cardiology registrars supported by junior medical officers working across a 7-day roster. You will have access to weekly clinical meetings and education sessions, with close mentorship from consultants to advance your clinical skills and achieve your career objectives.

The Cardiology service at TVH is rapidly evolving. We have an established inpatient unit and outpatient clinics, and there is a comprehensive on-site echocardiography service. Our cardiac catheterisation laboratory opened in late 2024 and elective percutaneous coronary intervention commenced this year. Service enhancements anticipated for 2026 include primary PCI capability, cardiac electrical device implantation and multi-modality cardiac imaging (CT and MRI).  We have strong links to the regional health partners for structural heart procedures, cardiac surgery and cardiac electrophysiology.

This position offers a real opportunity to expand your skills and gain valuable experience while working in an environment conducive to whole person development.

Information for International Medical Graduates

We welcome and encourage applications from candidates eligible for the competent authority pathway for International Medical Graduates (IMGs). This includes applicants who hold full registration in Medical Board approved countries, such as the United Kingdom, Ireland, New Zealand and Canada.

Competent authority pathway candidates are encouraged to reach out to us via email (NNSWLHD-TWE-JMOManager@health.nsw.gov.au) for further information.

We are not accepting applications from standard pathway applicants at this time.

For more information on pathways for international medical graduates, please visit Medical Board of Australia - International medical graduates (IMGs).

About Tweed Valley Hospital

This is an exciting opportunity to join Tweed Valley Hospital, your primary work location and a new, major referral hospital at the heart of the network of hospitals and health facilities across the Tweed-Byron region, also including Murwillumbah District & Byron Central Hospitals.  The 723.3 million state-of-the-art hospital opened on 14 May 2024 and will deliver additional health services and bed capacity to meet the growing community's healthcare needs.

Tweed Valley Hospital has:

•                    currently 280 beds with capability to expand to 430 beds

•                    expansive outpatient facilities with opportunity to increase available clinics

•                    a fully capable emergency department with 42 treatment spaces

•                    an integrated cancer care service with radiotherapy

•                    12 operating theatres

•                    a dedicated Learning, Development & Research centre located on campus, with modern library facilities

•                    End of trip facilities (showers etc) and free staff parking!

Where you will be working

Working at Tweed Valley Hospital provides the opportunity for a perfect work-life balance. Located between Byron Bay and the Gold Coast, the Tweed Valley serves up an amazing lifestyle against a stunning natural backdrop. From spectacular mountains to golden beaches and beautiful rivers, the region is overflowing with places to explore among five world heritage listed national parks. The historic town of Murwillumbah is the geographic centre and the cultural hub of the valley. Byron Bay (Australia’s most easterly point) is 30 minutes down the coast and is known for its beauty, relaxed atmosphere and lively entertainment scene. It is a popular spot for tourists and people seeking an alternative lifestyle. Along the coast from Byron up to Tweed Heads, surfers are spoilt for choice!

The hospital is located on the outskirts of Kingscliff - just 10 minutes south of the Queensland border and the Coolangatta International Airport, and 90 minutes to Brisbane!

Northern New South Wales

Northern NSW is a diverse region spanning from the jacaranda city of Grafton in the south, to the golden beaches of Tweed Heads in the north. The district is located on the traditional lands of the Bundjalung, Githabul, Gumbaynggirr and Yaegl nations. The Tweed Valley is a subtropical oasis encompassing the rugged terrain of Wollumbin National Park, arty riverside villages, historic coastal towns and the gateway to the Gold Coast. The Ballina and Byron Shires include some of Australia’s most famous surf breaks and holiday destinations, while the hinterland is rich with vibrant communities and mouth-watering local produce. 

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing tree-change, a family destination or an adventure, there’s something to suit every lifestyle. Our staff live and work in some of Australia’s most sought-after destinations, where work/life balance is not a buzzword, it’s a reality! 

·      For more information on our hospitals please visit Northern NSW Local Health District - Hospitals

·      For more information on living and working in this area please visit Northern NSW Local Health District-Working in Northern NSW