Junior Medical Staff

The Gynaecological Oncology Unit provides Sub Specialist treatment and care to women with gynaecological cancer or pre-cancer. The Fellows in Gynaecological Oncology are responsible for providing excellent clinical care to women who are outpatients or inpatients of the Royal Women's Hospital and their babies and families.

This position offers broad experience in all aspects of gynaecological oncology in this busy multidisciplinary unit.

This position offers a broad experience in all aspects of Obstetric Medicine provided by consultants across a full range of medical specialities.

To be successful within this role applicants will need to have significant experience in general medicine and/or relevant speciality area. It is suitable for an advanced FRACP trainee and is accredited by RACP for training in General Medicine and in Endocrinology.

The Laparoscopic Surgery Fellow is responsible for the provision of excellent clinical care to women who are outpatients or inpatients of the Royal Women's Hospital. This position is suitable for accreditation with RANZCOG as a full time Elective Programme training position.

The fellow is attached to a busy specialist unit within the Department of Gynaecology. The unit is dedicated to teaching and research, and has large public operating lists each week in general and endoscopic gynaecological surgery. 

The position will involve a substantial clinical and research workload. This position is suitable for trainees who are in the last year of their FRANZCOG training and have passed both the written and oral exams, or candidates who will hold FRANZCOG in the relevant years.

Fellows are expected to commit to the training program and to participate fully in clinical service, research and training in Laparoscopic Surgery, for a 2-year period.

The Laparoscopic Surgery Fellow is responsible for the provision of excellent clinical care to women who are outpatients or inpatients of the Royal Women's Hospital. This position is suitable for accreditation with RANZCOG as a full-time Elective Programme training position.

The fellow is attached to a busy specialist unit within the Department of Gynaecology. The unit is dedicated to teaching and research, and has large public operating lists each week in general and endoscopic gynaecological surgery. While this position is directly funded for 10 hours per week publically, the remaining hours are funded through learning and teaching in the private sector for a full-time position. This is an AGES-accredited position.

The position will involve a substantial clinical and research workload. This position is suitable for trainees who are in the last year of their FRANZCOG training and have passed both the written and oral exams, or candidates who will hold FRANZCOG in 2023.

Fellows are expected to commit to the training program and to participate fully in clinical service, research and training in Laparoscopic Surgery, for a 2-year period.

This role offers a broad experience in all aspects of Reproductive Medicine.

Candidates should have significant experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and hold MRANZCOG or FRANZCOG or equivalent.

The Unit is accredited by RANZCOG for subspecialty training in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.

The Pauline Gandel Women's Imaging Centre provides Obstetric scanning to the Maternity Service which manages more than 7,000 pregnancies per year. The department provides obstetric, gynaecological, tertiary referral scanning and diagnostic procedures. The Unit is accredited with RANZCOG for subspecialty training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ultrasound.

To be successful within this role the applicant will need to have significant experience in obstetrics and gynaecology and hold MRANZCOG or FRANZCOG or equivalent.

The Fellow in Urogynaecology is responsible for the provision of excellent clinical care to women who are outpatients or inpatients of the Royal Women's Hospital. The position offers experience, training and the opportunity to participate in research in this multidisciplinary team providing tertiary-level care to women with complex urogynaecological conditions.

This is an accredited subspecialty position and applicants will need to hold:

• MB BS or equivalent qualification.
• Registration with AHPRA
• MRANZCOG, FRANZCOG or equivalent.
• Accredited subspecialty trainee in Urogynaecology preferred

The Senior Registrar in Obstetrics and Gynaecology will be responsible for the provision of excellent clinical care to women of The Royal Women's Hospital and their babies and families.

Senior Registrar positions are available to trainees who will have completed 4 years ITP training, preferred trainees will have successfully completed RANZCOG written and oral exam, or equivalent.

The Women's is committed to providing the best clinical experience; rotations are regularly evaluated and may vary from year to year.

Rotations for 2023 will include:

• General Obstetrics and/or Gynaecology
• Ultrasound
• Clinical Quality and Safety
• Gynaecology at Epworth Freemasons

The Senior Registrar in Obstetrics and Gynaecology will be responsible for the provision of excellent clinical care to women of the Royal Women's Hospital and their babies and families.

Senior Registrar positions are available to trainees who will have completed 4 years ITP training, preferred trainees will have successfully completed the RANZCOG written and oral exam, or equivalent. This position is suitable for Level 5/6 trainees who are interested in providing leadership to the Junior Medical Staff and assisting in the coordination of education and training the dissemination of information in addition to clinical duties. The successful applicant will represent JMO interests by acting as a representative on committees. Supervision and mentoring of Junior Medical Staff is an expectation within this role.

The Women's is committed to providing the best clinical experience; rotations are regularly evaluated and may vary from year to year.

A Hospital Medical Officer in Obstetrics is responsible for the provision of excellent clinical care to women who are outpatients or inpatients of the Women’s, and their babies and families.

All HMO posts are accredited for the Diploma of Obstetrics of RANZCOG, and for general practice training with positions being available at the Women’s.

The Women’s is committed to providing the best clinical experience and education; rotations are regularly evaluated and may vary from year to year and may include rotations in Gynaecology, the Women’s Emergency Centre and/or Women’s Health.

In 2023 these positions will be available only to HMOs who have at least two years experience. We offer 12-month posts or 6-month posts with rotations to either RMH or Alfred Health for 6 months, or you can make your own arrangements for 6 months.

The Women's is committed to ongoing professional development of all junior doctors; a wide range of clinical and audit meetings and specific teaching sessions is provided.

The Anaesthesia Department at the Royal Women’s Hospital is one of the largest specialist obstetric anaesthetic departments in Australia and has a national reputation for its clinical care, research and training. Advanced training positions are available for trainees seeking further experience in anaesthesia for obstetrics and gynaecology. 

Candidates will need to be: 

• A trainee anaesthetist in the last year of training or equivalent or an anaesthetist in the immediate post-fellowship provisional year 
• An approved trainee of the Australia New Zealand College of Anaesthetists or a registrar of another approved College requiring formal anaesthetic training (Australian Candidates)
• At an ATY3/PGY level

Overseas applicants should possess equivalent qualifications such as the FRCA diploma or equivalent and be part of an approved anaesthetic SpR rotation in the UK or the Republic of Ireland. 

The department is well staffed with full time Neonatologists and training is overseen by a supervisor of training. The Women’s is committed to the ongoing professional development of trainees and a wide range of clinical and audit meetings, and specific education sessions are provided. Trainees are also supported and encouraged to undertake research.

The Women's is accredited by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians for 18 months core and 6 months non-core training in Neonatal Perinatal Medicine. This position is suitable for doctors with a minimum of 9 months experience in a tertiary Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and applications for job share/part-time positions will be considered.

A Registrar or HMO in neonatology works alongside trainees from the Victorian Paediatric Training Program and the multidisciplinary team providing care and support to newborn infants and their families.

Each registrar/HMO will have a consultant neonatologist nominated to be his/her mentor/educational supervisor while at the hospital. Neonatal Fellows are on site 24 hours per day to provide support and clinical assistance.

There is a close working relationship with the Obstetric Department and the paediatric subspecialties based at the Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH).

This position offers an active education program with a focus on research and participation in research is encouraged and supported.

These positions in neonatal paediatrics are suitable for doctors with previous neonatal experience however this is not essential.

Some positions have a 6-month attachment to Albury Wodonga Hospital.

The Women's Mental Health Department is well-staffed with full-time and sessional psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, a psychiatric consultation-liaison nurse and infant mental health clinicians. A wide range of clinical and audit meetings and specific teaching sessions for doctors in training is provided.

Trainees in these positions have an opportunity to develop high-level skills in this specialised and rewarding area of practice and trainees are supported and encouraged to undertake research.

These positions are accredited for advanced training by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists and are particularly suited to trainees who wish to pursue a career in Consultation Liaison Psychiatry or Women's Mental Health.

Applicants must be eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Applications for job share/part-time positions will be considered.

We have a well-established 3T MRI service, specialising in breast, abdo/pelvic, oncology and neonatal MRI. The Women's also offers a comprehensive imaging service including new state-of-the-art digital mammography with tomosynthesis-guided intervention capability and contrast mammography, ultrasound, DEXA and general X-ray.

The Women's and Neonatal Imaging Fellow position will provide the opportunity for further training and specialisation in these areas as well as opportunities to attend a number of multidisciplinary clinical meetings, including gynae-oncology, neonatal and breast meetings. The position will be under the direct supervision of Clinical Director- Radiology.

The accredited training position is available for 6 or 12 months, on a full or part time basis. The candidate must display a professional attitude and genuine interest in women's and neonatal imaging.

The Royal Women’s Hospital is seeking a Dermatology Registrar with an interest in Women’s Health. The Vulval Dermatology Clinic is a unique service providing multidisciplinary care to women and this position provides a trainee in Dermatology the opportunity to gain experience and training in this specialised area of Dermatology practice.

To be considered for the position you must be an approved trainee of the Australia College of Dermatology and currently hold registration with the Medical Board of Australia – Australia Medical Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA).

Registrars in Obstetrics and Gynaecology are responsible for the provision of excellent clinical care to women who are outpatients or inpatients of the Royal Women's Hospital, and their babies and families. These positions will suit doctors who have completed 1 year ITP Training or at least 1 year Obstetrics and Gynaecology experience at registrar level. Preference will be given to RANZCOG Trainees.

The Women's is committed to providing the best clinical experience and education for our junior doctors, along with a commitment to ongoing professional development. We offer a wide range of clinical and audit meetings and specific teaching sessions.

To be considered, applicants must hold current general or limited registration with AHPRA, and be a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or be eligible for a visa which permits the applicant to work in Australia. Sponsorship is available.

Registrars in Obstetrics and Gynaecology are responsible for the provision of excellent clinical care to women who are outpatients or inpatients of The Royal Women's Hospital, and their babies and families. These positions will suit doctors who have been successful in their application with RANZCOG for the ITP Training program and have been nominated by the Health Service to commence their training as a Royal Women’s trainee.

The Women's is committed to providing the best clinical experience and education for our junior doctors, along with a commitment to ongoing professional development. We offer a wide range of clinical and audit meetings and specific teaching sessions.

To be considered, applicants must hold current general or limited registration with AHPRA, and be a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or be eligible for a visa which permits you to work in Australia. Sponsorship is available.