Rare chance to work hands-on with world-leading robotic thoracic surgery experts
High-volume caseload across four campuses offering unparalleled clinical exposure
Supportive environment with strong pathways into future surgical fellowships and consultant roles
Location: St Vincent’s Private Hospital Melbourne (Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew, Werribee)
Salary Range: AUD $76,515 – $120,000 per annum (commensurate with skills and experience)
Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term – 6 months (with possibility of extension)
Applications Close:07th October 2025
About the Role
St Vincent’s Private Hospital Melbourne (SVPHM) is seeking a Thoracic Fellow/Registrar for a 6-month full-time fixed-term position with potential for extension. This role is ideal for a senior surgical HMO (PGY3+) passionate about thoracic surgery, looking to refine operative skills and gain extensive exposure to both elective and emergency thoracic cases.
You will work alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team and support leading thoracic surgeons in a high-volume, teaching-focused private hospital environment.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in minimally invasive thoracic procedures, including robotic and endoscopic surgery
Manage inpatient care including ward rounds, discharge planning, and patient coordination
Participate in emergency and elective thoracic surgery lists
Engage in weekly multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, clinical audits and research
Maintain administrative duties related to patient care and service performance
Support teaching and supervision of junior staff and medical students
About You
To be eligible for this position, you must meet the following minimum requirements:
Essential Criteria
General registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Minimum PGY3 level with at least 2 years’ experience in an acute care setting in an Australian hospital or a comparable health country.
Demonstrated ability to assess and manage deteriorating patients
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a surgical team
Commitment to clinical excellence, patient-centred care, and best practice standards
Desirable Criteria
Experience in thoracic surgery or upper gastrointestinal procedures
Participation in clinical teaching, quality improvement or surgical research initiatives
About St Vincent’s Private Hospital Melbourne
St Vincent’s Private Hospital Melbourne is part of St Vincent’s Health Australia, the largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider in Australia. We operate across four metropolitan campuses – Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew and Werribee – offering leading surgical, medical, and cancer services.
Why Join Us?
Access salary packaging – increase your take-home pay
Work with renowned thoracic surgeons and senior multidisciplinary teams
Structured teaching, mentoring, and research participation opportunities
Participate in lung cancer MDTs and advanced robotic surgery
Join a values-based organisation with a focus on excellence and compassion
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Option to purchase additional annual leave
To Apply
Please submit your Current CV and Cover letter via the APPLY button through our online portal.
For enquiries, contact:A/Prof. Gavin Wright – Gavin.WRIGHT@svha.org.au or Dr Thong Le – +64(03) 9411 7461
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au
View Reconciliation Action Plan