Post Graduate Fellow (PGF), Intensive Care Medicine, John Hunter Hospital

Job Type: Contract position | Casual position

Job Description

MedicalJobsAustralia.com REQ675961 Post Graduate Fellow (PGF) in Intensive Care Medicine John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle NSW Fixed term temporary part time 0.5 FTE (August 2026

- February 2027)

Advance Your Critical Care Career in a World-Class Tertiary ICU An exciting prospect exists for Post Graduate Fellow (PGF) in Intensive Care Medicine with a special interest in research, education, echocardiography, ECMO, or other significant ICU non-clinical portfolios to join the highly regarded Intensive Care Unit at John Hunter Hospital (JHH).

These positions are designed for PGFs seeking to develop an academic and leadership-focused career pathway while providing high-quality senior clinical care. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to expand their expertise in clinical research, medical education, quality improvement, and specialised ICU portfolios, while progressing their professional development within a leading tertiary referral centre. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will deliver effective senior clinical services to patients across the Hunter

New England region while undertaking learning, teaching, and professional development activities that support ongoing growth as an Intensive Care specialist.

Why Join John Hunter Hospital ICU?

Shape the Future of Critical Care

This is a unique time to join John Hunter Hospital. As part of the John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct, a major redevelopment is transforming healthcare delivery across the region. The new Acute Services Building, including a state-of-the-art Intensive Care Unit scheduled to be opened in 2026, will significantly expand critical care capacity and provide a contemporary environment designed to support excellence in patient care, innovation, research and education.





Work in a Leading Tertiary Referral Centre John Hunter Hospital ICU provides care for a diverse and complex patient population across a large geographic catchment. Fellows gain exposure to high-acuity cases across:

- Trauma
- Neurosurgery
- Stroke
- Vascular surgery
- Cardiothoracic surgery
- Complex medical critical care

You will work alongside experienced intensivists and multidisciplinary teams dedicated to delivering exceptional patient outcomes. Partner with the Hunter Retrieval Service Our close partnership with the Hunter Retrieval Service (HRS) provides opportunities to contribute to specialist retrieval and critical care coordination for patients from rural and regional NSW, ensuring equitable access to life-saving intensive care services.

Develop Your Academic and Non-Clinical Portfolio

This role is ideally suited to candidates seeking dedicated experience in:

- Clinical research
- Medical education
- Echocardiography
- ECMO
- Quality and safety initiatives
- Leadership and service development

Fellows are encouraged to develop their individual interests and contribute meaningfully to the ongoing growth and innovation of the department. Extensive Teaching and Research Opportunities John Hunter Hospital ICU has a strong commitment to education and academic excellence. Opportunities include:

- Teaching and mentoring registrars and junior doctors
- Contributing to CICM Primary and Final Fellowship preparation
- Working with the University of Newcastle on undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programs




- Participating in clinical research projects and quality improvement initiatives
- Developing expertise in critical care education and leadership

Supportive Team Culture

Join a department that values collaboration, innovation, professional development and wellbeing. We actively support Fellows to pursue their non-clinical interests and provide flexibility to develop meaningful academic, educational and leadership portfolios.

Essential Requirement & Eligibility

- Fellowship of the College of Intensive Care Medicine of Australia and
- New Zealand (CICM) An Australian Citizen; or
- A Permanent Resident of Australia; or
- A
- New Zealand Citizen holding a current New Zealand Passport; or
- The holder of an appropriate visa permitting you to live and work in Australia.

Employment of temporary visa holders will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of the visa held. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Applications Close: 21 July 2026

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact: Dr Aditee Parab, Acting Director of Intensive Care Medicine, John Hunter Hospital ************@health.nsw.gov.au Application Enquiries: Stacey Burbridge, HNELHD Senior Medical Recruitment E: ***************@health.nsw.gov.au Ph: 02 498 53***

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care.

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases

- This is a Category A position.

Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive (PD2022_030). All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

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