Position Classification: Advanced Trainee Remuneration: $117,745 - $147,664 per annum Advanced Trainees will gain further experience in the management and ongoing care of children with acute and chronic conditions. The successful applicant will participate in and support the clinical services and other activities of the Department of General Paediatrics particularly in the management of inpatients as well as outpatients.

About Orange Hospital

Focusing on innovative models of care, Orange Health Service is the largest rural hospital in NSW and the regional teaching, referral and trauma centre for the Central West. The 520 bed campus has a 150 bed general hospital, with five operating suites and 60 specialised treatment areas. Opened in 2011, services include FACEM-staffed emergency, inclusive of trauma; level 5 intensive care, medical, general and specialist surgical; obstetrics; paediatrics; level 4 maternity; dialysis; dental; cardiology, stroke, telestroke, interventional cardiology; radiation oncology; ambulatory care; rehabilitation; sub-acute/non-acute; diagnostic and a range of primary and community health services.

The hospital has one of the largest regional clinical trials units conducting a range of trials (incl tele‑trials and phase 1 trials) across several specialties. Our team provides high performing, harmonious care with a multitude of valuable training opportunities in a supportive and convivial environment. The scope, size and stability of the team, and our commitment to training and experiential learning, make it an ideal platform for trainee development.

Special emphasis is placed on developing clinical autonomy, organisational skills, close working relationships with senior clinicians and where appropriate, supervision of junior trainees.

Orange Health

Service is a teaching hospital associated with the University of Sydney and Charles Sturt University. There is an excellent record of success in college professional exams and also future placement with metropolitan hospital training programs. And importantly, our supportive administrative team caters to trainees as individuals in their rostering schedules and career pathways,



so it’s no wonder Orange is well known for excellent trainee experiences.

What we can offer you - Country living with a meaningful career path - Flexible work practices (as appropriate to the position and negotiated with your manager) - Opportunities for learning and development, including in-house training with My Health Learning and the NSW Health RTO - Professional growth and accelerated career progression Where you’ll be working You will be based at Orange Health Service, a part of the Western NSW Local Health District. For more information on living and working in our beautiful region, visit our website Orange | NSW Government Helping you move to Western NSW The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections.

Find outmore Qualifications - MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia in an appropriate registration category.

- At least three years' post graduate experience in public hospital service (or equivalent) - Valid NSW Working with Children check.
- Cleared National Police check.
- Aged Care Check for Australian Government funded positions.
- To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy, this includes any amendments made from time to time.
- You must take all reasonable care for yourself and others and comply with any reasonable instruction, policies and procedures relating to work health safety and wellbeing.

Selection





Criteria - Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role.

- Demonstrated orientation to rural/regional practice through life experiences, medical school and/or residency, outlining evidence of commitment to the provision of health care in a rural setting, preferably with experience of rural or regional medicine.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team including leadership and direction to ensure appropriate management of patients.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently within a supervised complex clinical environment utilising excellent clinical skills, judgement and expertise, with demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills (verbal and written), time management, problem solving and computer skills.
- Evidence of continuing professional development and commitment to self-education.
- Successful completion of the relevant College clinical examination.
- Demonstrated professional attitude and flexibility in work role with a preparedness and ability to participate in after-hours overtime and on-call rosters. For role related queries or questions please contact Medical Administration via email [email protected] or (02) 6369 3536 Stepping Up – Close the Gap The Aboriginal Employment Strategy (AES) is working in partnership with the Western NSW Local Health District to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants wishing to apply for this role. For more information please contact the AES recruitment team on (02) 6882 8100 or email [email protected] Alternatively, applicants can visit our website for more information.

Working Visas

Applicants holding a visa with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable Australian/New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident is identified. NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

📌 Advanced Trainee (City of Orange)
🏢 Southern NSW Local Health District
📍 City of Orange