Thoracic Fellow at St Vincents Health Network Sydney Public Hospital

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Mar, 26

Salary

120000.0

Posted On

15 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Robotic Surgery, Endoscopic Surgery, Patient Care, Emergency Surgery, Elective Surgery, Clinical Audits, Research, Teaching, Supervision, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Teamwork, Patient Coordination, Ward Rounds, Discharge Planning, Quality Improvement

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description: Rare chance to work hands-on with world-leading robotic thoracic surgery experts High-volume caseload across four campuses offering unparalleled clinical exposure Supportive environment with strong pathways into future surgical fellowships and consultant roles Location: St Vincent’s Private Hospital Melbourne (Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew, Werribee) Salary Range: AUD $76,515 – $120,000 per annum (commensurate with skills and experience) Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term – 6 months (with possibility of extension) Applications Close:07th October 2025 About the Role St Vincent’s Private Hospital Melbourne (SVPHM) is seeking a Thoracic Fellow/Registrar for a 6-month full-time fixed-term position with potential for extension. This role is ideal for a senior surgical HMO (PGY3+) passionate about thoracic surgery, looking to refine operative skills and gain extensive exposure to both elective and emergency thoracic cases. You will work alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team and support leading thoracic surgeons in a high-volume, teaching-focused private hospital environment. Key Responsibilities Assist in minimally invasive thoracic procedures, including robotic and endoscopic surgery Manage inpatient care including ward rounds, discharge planning, and patient coordination Participate in emergency and elective thoracic surgery lists Engage in weekly multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, clinical audits and research Maintain administrative duties related to patient care and service performance Support teaching and supervision of junior staff and medical students About You To be eligible for this position, you must meet the following minimum requirements: Essential Criteria General registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) Minimum PGY3 level with at least 2 years’ experience in an acute care setting in an Australian hospital or a comparable health country. Demonstrated ability to assess and manage deteriorating patients Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a surgical team Commitment to clinical excellence, patient-centred care, and best practice standards Desirable Criteria Experience in thoracic surgery or upper gastrointestinal procedures Participation in clinical teaching, quality improvement or surgical research initiatives About St Vincent’s Private Hospital Melbourne St Vincent’s Private Hospital Melbourne is part of St Vincent’s Health Australia, the largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider in Australia. We operate across four metropolitan campuses – Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew and Werribee – offering leading surgical, medical, and cancer services. Why Join Us? Access salary packaging – increase your take-home pay Work with renowned thoracic surgeons and senior multidisciplinary teams Structured teaching, mentoring, and research participation opportunities Participate in lung cancer MDTs and advanced robotic surgery Join a values-based organisation with a focus on excellence and compassion Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport Option to purchase additional annual leave To Apply Please submit your Current CV and Cover letter via the APPLY button through our online portal. For enquiries, contact:A/Prof. Gavin Wright – Gavin.WRIGHT@svha.org.au or Dr Thong Le – +64(03) 9411 7461 Closing Date: 13 January 2026 11:59pm 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 Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen. St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more. Click Forgot your password? from the Sign-in screen and follow the instructions to reset.

Responsibilities

Assist in minimally invasive thoracic procedures and manage inpatient care including ward rounds and discharge planning. Participate in emergency and elective thoracic surgery lists while engaging in clinical audits and research.