MLHD - Post Graduate Fellow - General Surgery - Bariatric & Upper GI (Apply via eCredential)
Requisition ID
:REQ******
Position Classification
:Post Graduate Fellow or Staff Specialist
Employment Type:
Part Time
Location:
Wagga Wagga Base Hospital
Remuneration(Award Based)
:Staff Specialist (State) Award
FTE/ HoursPer Week:
0.4 (16hr per week)
Applications Close:
Sunday09 August ****
About us
The
Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD)
offers medical clinicians the opportunity to thrive in a agile, highly supportive regional health network. With more than5,000 dedicated staff working across 33 public hospitals-including two major Base Hospitals, eight Acute Community Hospitals, and 16 Multi‐Purpose Services-MLHD is a progressive organisation known for innovation, compassion, and excellence in patient care.
Serving a diverse population of approximately 245,000 people across 125,561 square kilometres, MLHD provides clinicians with unparalleled scope to expand their clinical practice, manage a wide variety of presentations, and
make meaningful impacts in both small rural communities and larger regional centres
. Stretching from the Snowy Mountains in the east to the plains of Hillston in the northwest-and along the Victorian border-MLHD
offers not only remarkable clinical breadth, but also the lifestyle benefits of working in one of Australia's most scenic and welcoming regions.
Whatyou'llbe doing
The Bariatric / Upper GI Fellow will be a newly qualified surgeon looking for an opportunity to enhance their skills in the areas of elective and emergency surgery and outpatient surgical consultations. The fellowship position is endorsed by Australian & New Zealand Metabolic Obesity Surgical Society (ANZMOSS) as a recognised post for specialist training in all aspects of metabolic / bariatric surgical care.
The Fellowship will consist of clinical and research work including the provision of bariatric surgery and perioperative care.
The Bariatric Fellow will participate in the on-call roster, assist with the educational role of the department and provide clinical care to patientsas well as attend bariatric outpatient clinics (MOS Clinic) to enhance their knowledge with respect to all forms of assessment and management including the partnership with allied health services.




The Fellow will be required to work with the Specialist Surgeons and the Registrars appointed to Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) at the Wagga Wagga Base Hospital for a 12-month period. There may also be the requirement to provide support at other sites within the LHD.
In accepting this position, you will uphold core NSW public sector values, including cultural diversity, equity, ethical practice, and contributing to a healthy, safe, and fair workplace.
Whereyou'llbe working
Wagga Wagga Base Hospital provides a 24/7 Emergency Department that supports both the township of Wagga Wagga and surrounding towns and villages. The Emergency Department is equipped with telehealth cameras to connect the team in Wagga Wagga with other specialists or GPs across the state through the Critical Care Advisory Service. There is an Interventional Services Department which consists of a Cardiac Catheter Lab, a Hybrid (DSA) lab and a Cardiac Procedure Room.
Wagga Wagga Base Hospital provides services including critical care, medical, surgical, paediatric, obstetric, and rehabilitation care. There is also the provision of a full range of allied health and support services such as dental, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, sexual health and violence prevention and response services.
Wagga Wagga is the largest regional city in NSW with an urban population of over 60,000 residents, nestled on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River.
Wagga Wagga offers a myriad of activities to enjoy, including a wonderful selection of restaurants, cafes, markets and wineries, galleries and museums. It has terrific gardens and recreational areas and caters to both the cultural and sporting enthusiasts.
What We Can Offer You
Working for theMurrumbidgeeLHD may come withaccess to:
Salary packaging (pay less tax!)
Car leases
Fitness Passport
Support though advanced education & training
Access to EAP, wellbeing programs and supports for you and your family
Incentives
MLHD providesremunerationconsistent with NSW Health statewide awards and determinations.



Clinicians may also benefitfrom regional incentives, salary packaging opportunities, and flexible working arrangements designed to attracthigh qualitymedical practitioners to rural practice.
The Welcome Experience
The Welcome Experience inMurrumbidgeeconnects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.
Learn more atwww.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
For further information
For role related queries or questions contactKelly Lotz-Vaughan via ******
A National Police Check will be conducted.
NSW Health does notrequireor accept theFit2Workbadge ineCredential.
This role is not suitable for International Medical Graduates
MLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds—including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people with disability.
Learnmore aboutcareers withMurrumbidgee Local Health District:visitthe MLHDCareerspage
Evidence of a Medical qualification that is registrable with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Letter of support from the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons supporting Fellowship placement in General Surgery and indicating completion of fellowship training requirements in General Surgery and successful completion of the Part II examination.
Demonstrated commitment to continuing medical education relevant to General Surgery.
Willing to commit to an equitable hospital on-call roster for Surgery
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and harmoniously with medical and other health service colleagues as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues and staff and to work as an effective member of the clinical team.
Willingness to teach medical students and other staff of the health service when reasonably requested with demonstrated understanding of and commitment to clinical quality improvement and peer review, equal employment opportunity and Occupational Health Safety and Rehabilitation
Demonstrated significant experience relevant to General Surgery and evidence of competence in skills relevant to Australian rural hospital practice, including trauma and emergency scenarios.
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