We are seeking a newly admitted Fellow into the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons seeking out acute and subacute general surgery exposure prior to commencing independent practice

The General Surgery Fellow participates in the provision, development, and maintenance of an effective, efficient, and equitable clinical service to hospital clients under the supervision of consultant surgeons in the unit.

Temporary Full-time prospect for up to 12 months commencing 1 February 2027!

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.

We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acutecare, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services,and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.

At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.

As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:

- We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and secure in every interaction.
- We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
- We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.

Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.

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About the role

The Fellow is primarily responsible for the daily care of acute surgical patients and the emergency operating theatre. The Fellow is also responsible for supervising trainees and junior doctors performing ward based or emergency department consultations.



The Fellow will take part in a 24-hour on call (weekday and weekend) roster as the first point of contact, supported by a rostered-on call consultant, to facilitate the transition into independent specialist practice.

What we're looking for

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with reference to effective communication and courtesy when interacting with patients, relatives, general public and health care colleagues.
- A commitment to participate in on-going educational activities.
- Sound theoretical knowledge, practical skills and ethical behaviour required of a medical practitioner in General Surgery.
- To comply with and utilise contemporary human resource managements and practices, including workplace health and safety, equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination policies.
- Demonstrated honesty, integrity, and respect for all patients, carers, and staff.

Mandatory Requirements

- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
- Hold (or be eligible for) Fellowship in General Surgery with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) or recognised equivalent as determined by RACS. In exceptional circumstances, a candidate pending admission as Fellow may be considered.

Why choose us

- Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
- Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
- Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
- Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
- Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

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📌 General Surgery Fellow (East Ipswich)
🏢 Queensland Health
📍 East Ipswich