Northern Sydney Local Health District

Reference number

CAM29361

Occupation

Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Sydney - North/North West

Salary Information

$117745 - $147664

Closing date

04 August 2026 at 11:59pm

Unaccredited Trainee – ENT Surgery

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Remuneration: -
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: CAM29361

The primary role of the Unaccredited Trainee – ENT Surgery is under direction and supervision to review the needs of inpatients and outpatients and to provide appropriate care and services to secure optimal health outcomes. There is an expectation that this position will contribute to the ENT on-call roster at least once a week and to the ENT on-call weekend roster as published.

The Unaccredited Trainee:

- Provides clinical assessments, management advice, care of emergency admissions and works with inpatients as required and directed; performing any necessary operative procedures required for the care and treatment of such patients and the arrangement of patient admission and discharge processes.
- Will attend and assess patients in the Emergency Department and also provide operative care / assistance on patients in theatres during rostered hours and while on call.
- Is supervised by senior medical staff to ensure they are entrusted with responsibilities commensurate within their capabilities. The Head of the Department or their delegate will conduct the mid-term and end-of-term assessments and provide feedback where appropriate.

THIS POSITION IS BASED AT THE NORTHERN BEACHES HOSPITAL, FRENCHS FOREST, NSW
Northern Beaches Hospital

Northern Beaches Hospital provides world-class, Level 5 delineation services for both public and private patients. The hospital features 486 beds, 50-bed Emergency Department, 20-bed general and cardiothoracic ICU, 14 fully equipped theatres, including hybrid theatres,



two cardiac catheter labs, extensive digital imaging / diagnostic facilities, medical centre collocated with ED, state of the art education and interactive SIM centre and a Helipad for Emergency Transport.

The Northern Beaches Hospital provides a high standard of education and training, with dedicated supervisors, teachers and a JMO Unit that supports all activities related to rostering, training, education and welfare of junior doctors.

On level 4 of the 9-storey hospital is the Education Centre where doctors can access a range of facilities. These include the latest technology for teaching, simulation and presentations, plus various meeting rooms and conference areas.

There is capability to stream education sessions to/from other facilities, as well as within the hospital for the simulation rooms and theatres.

- Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a supervised environment.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team with an understanding of the roles of the doctor and other members of the healthcare team Adept written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, family members and other members of the health care team.
- Adept written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, family members and other members of the health care team.
- Adept good organisational and time management skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.
- Evidence of continuing career development and commitment to self-education.

Need more information?

about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Tayia Yeates on [email protected]

Applications Close: 04, August 2026

📌 Trainee - Unaccredited Position (Sydney)
🏢 Northern Sydney Local Health District
📍 Sydney