Posted:
7/1/2025, 5:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ⋅ Victoria, Australia
Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Research opportunities
ERCP exposure
Some private hospital assisting
Part time 0.8FTE, fixed term
About the Role
We are seeking a first or second year surgical fellow with a strong interest in both clinical practice and research. This role offers a broad clinical experience, working closely with surgical consultants, subspecialty consultants, and accredited surgical registrars in the care and management of HPB patients.
St Vincent’s Hepatic, Pancreatic and Biliary (HPB) and Upper Gastrointestinal (UGI) unit consists of 10 specialist surgeons and is accredited for post-fellowship training by both the Australian and New Zealand Hepatic, Pancreatic and Biliary (ANZHPBA) and Gastric and Oesophageal (AANZGOSA) surgical societies.
This position in particular is often occupied by a 2nd year accredited trainee on the hepatobiliary training program.
All of our surgeons are committed to excellence in patient care and adhere to a robust audit process. We closely monitor patient outcomes following surgery to ensure that we are achieving the best possible results for our patients and that they are consistent with international best practices.
We believe in a patient-centred, multidisciplinary approach to patient care and work in close collaboration with the departments of oncology and gastroenterology. Our surgical team is supported by a cancer nurse specialist, waiting list and unit support nurse, research unit in addition to a large complement of junior medical and allied health staff. Our surgeons also offer specialist support to a number of regional centres including Bendigo, Goulburn Valley Warrnambool and Gippsland.
In addition to clinical exposure, this position provides dedicated time and support for pursuing a research project in an area of your interest. This is an ideal opportunity to further both your academic and clinical development, and to prepare for sub-specialty post-fellowship training, overseas fellowship, or a future consultant position.
Research role
It is expected that you will undertake a research project related to HPB surgery.
As a minimum requirement, it is expected that you will either present at a national level or publish in a peer-reviewed journal.
An opportunity also exists to undertake a higher degree by research through the Department of Surgery at the University of Melbourne.
Clinical role
You will be primarily attached to the HPB unit.
You will aid in the cover of other general surgical fellows (Colorectal, Breast/Endocrine, HPB/UGI) as required.
Clinical duties will include covering both elective and emergency operating, outpatient clinics, XRAY meetings, MDT meetings and both weekend and after hours on call as rostered.
You will be rostered for four days per week inclusive of dedicated research and training time. An additional opportunity exists to assist with private lists one day per week.
Supervisor, training and education role
Rotating roster with other accredited fellows to participate in the teaching of the SET trainees.
Active role with the Pre-SET committee to enhance the training and education of junior staff
Active participation in clinical improvement programs, audit and recruitment of junior surgical staff.
Classifications for this position will range from HM25 - HM30 ($129,048.40 - $177,622.12 pro rata per annum) + salary sacrifice and excluding super
What you will bring
Excellent skills and competencies as a clinician and excellent communication skills with patients, their families and colleagues
Registration with the Medical Practitioners Board of Victoria and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
National criminal history check
fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of surgeons
accreditation with the endoscopy GESA program for at least gastroscopy
What we can offer you
Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
Culture of Continuous Improvement
Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
Located in Fitzroy with CBD and Gertrude St at our doorstep
Available Trams for our Fitzroy Campus – 11, 12, 109, 86, 96
Fitzroy Main building only 500m from Parliament Station
SVHM Cultural Diversity programs, offering staff support and education
Talk to me application - facilitate better conversations with patients and residents of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
We warmly encourage applications from talented people of all backgrounds, including those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, LGBTQIA+, and people of all ages, cultures, and identities. Our mission is to create an environment that reflects and supports the rich diversity of the community we serve.
Together, we celebrate our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, making SVHM a unique, safe and welcoming place to work.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.
How to apply
To apply, click the 'Apply' button. You will be prompted to create a Workday candidate profile and upload your current resume and cover letter, addressed to Mr Simon Banting, Director of UGI + HPB Surgery.
As part of your cover letter (300-word max), please include your interest in applying for the role as well as any research and specialities you have interest in as part of the role.
Please include the contact details for 2 x suitable referees in your CV.
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements and we will be able to adapt to these for you.
If you would like a copy of the Position Description, please contact [email protected] and include the JRnumber.
*Respectfully no agencies*
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 [email protected]
View Reconciliation Action Plan
Website: https://svhs.org.au/
Headquarter Location: Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
Employee Count: 1001-5000
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Association ⋅ Education ⋅ Health Care