NSW Government

Trainee - Unaccredited Position

🔍 Kogarah, St George Hospital | Sydney

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Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
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South Eastern Sydney Local Health District
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CAM27665 Requisition #

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 31 January 2027
Remuneration:  $89,095.00 - $139,187.00 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM27665 - ENT Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery - Unaccredited Trainee


Supercharge your training at St George Hospital

 

 

What you’ll be doing

 

As an Unaccredited Trainee in ENT Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery you will:

  • manage inpatients of the Department including admissions, clerking, and ward patient care along with the investigation, management and fulfillment of patient discharge duties in a timely fashion

  • Participate in the management of outpatient and ambulatory care patients

  • Attend the operating theatre in an assistant role as required

  • Participate in the afterhours roster covering St George and Sutherland Hospitals.

     

 

 

 

The role is based at St George and Sutherland Hospitals for 6 months each.

 

 

 

The department is actively involved in the management of complex ENT and Head & Neck cases and participates in a multi-disciplinary Head & Neck cancer clinic. It has close association with oncology, radiotherapy and affiliated health services.


 

 

Where you will be working

 

The vision for Southeastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to our community being healthy and well, and providing the best possible compassionate care.

 

 

St George Hospital is an accredited, principal teaching hospital of the University of New South Wales. It is the largest hospital in SESLHD with 627 inpatient beds. It is a Level 1 Trauma Centre and a leader in trauma and emergency management in NSW. The hospital’s proximity to Sydney airport makes it a vital service, providing first response to the airport precinct.

 

 

The hospital is in Kogarah, 14 kilometres south of the Sydney CBD and a kilometre from Botany Bay. It is well serviced by buses, trains and major roads. The area is well known for its cosmopolitan cafes and restaurants, as well as its food and cultural markets which showcase the distinct flavours and traditions of Kogarah's multicultural community. 

 

Selection Criteria

  1. MBBS or equivalent, currently registered with the Medical Board of Australia.
  2. At least three years post graduate experience in public hospital service (or equivalent)
  3. Ability to independently undertake history and detailed assessment of ear, nose and throat, head and neck patients and be able to accurately describe the findings to the senior colleague, understanding the nuances of anatomy and pathology. Ability to undertake a detailed assessment of the ear and ability to clear the ear under microscopic control
  4. Ability to assess the nose and airways via nasendoscopy, with the experience to know what is normal and what might represent pathology.
  5. Ability to assess the airway, with knowledge and ability to examine the larynx and pharynx and give a detailed explanation and description of findings.
  6. Ability to independently assess and begin the management of acute ENT emergencies seen after hours. The ability to accurately describe detailed findings is essential.
  7. Have a working understanding of the simple ENT surgeries including adenotonsillectomy, grommet insertion, as well as standard ear and nasal surgery, along with an understanding of postoperative management, assessment and awareness of postoperative complications
  8. Have experience in assisting with ENT/Head and Neck operative cases, and constantly striving to gain further experience in the management of more complex ear, nose and throat/head and neck surgical cases.

 

The CORE Values which guide patient care in SESLHD are: Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. These define how we aim to work and hopefully inspire positive interactions in the workplace. 

 

Additional Information

  • An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.
  • Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing.
  • Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.
  • Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions 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 SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au
     

Need more information? 


  1) Click here for the Position Description 
  2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Dr June Huang on seslhd-medicalworkforceunitstg@health.nsw.gov.au



Applications Close: 09, December 2025

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