2025 Unaccredited Urology Registrar
The Unaccredited Urology Registrar position is for 12 months commencing from February 2025.
The Western Health Urology Unit is one of the largest Urology Units in Melbourne with 16 consultants; a fellow and 4 registrars supported by 3 HMOs and 2 Interns. The unit has 21 operating lists, 3 flexible cystoscopy lists and 3 outpatient clinics each week. There are weekly grand ward rounds, teaching and MDT.
The team consists of a Functional Urology Fellow, SET6 Urology Fellow, two Urology SET3-5 trainees and a Urology SET2 trainee for half the year and an unaccredited registrar (this position). The Unaccredited Registrar will be given the same responsibilities as the Accredited Registrars. They will have their own theatre lists, including independent flexible cystoscopy lists. They will be responsible for ward management of patients and participate in the 1:5 on call roster.
Western Health Urology is headed by A/Prof. Niall Corcoran. There is a strong research culture in the unit and registrars are expected to participate in, present and publish during their term with us.
Prior urological experience is essential and prior research experience is preferable. We are looking for doctors that have strong interpersonal skills and are able to work well with our large team of doctors and nurses. This job would a fantastic opportunity for doctors in the process of applying for advanced urological training.
All applicants must ensure that you attach your cover letter and CV at the time of submitting your online application.
Please ensure that the Referee Assessment Form (attached) is downloaded and forwarded to your 3x Referees for completion. The completed form is to be returned via email (westisbest@wh.org.au) to Western Health as close as possible to the nominated closing date as this is a very important step in the shortlisting process.
Position Description
Referee Form
Applications close at 11:59pm on 12th July 2024.
About Us
Our workforce of over 13,000 employees are driven by our values of ‘Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety’ (CARES). We value our people and provide them the opportunity to grow and develop. Our teams are friendly and supportive, ensuring we deliver a safe, person-centred and connected patient experience.
Western Health is in a period of rapid growth. Our services comprise of four acute public hospitals: Footscray Hospital, Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh & Melton Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Day Hospital, Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care, as well as community health centres in Melton, Caroline Springs and Bacchus Marsh and a range of mental health and community-based services. We care for a diverse community of more than 1 million people with complex care needs ranging from Neonates to Geriatrics.
Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits such as:
• Professional development support
• Career advancement opportunities
• Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
• Work-life balance
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation status clearance (including evidence of COVID 19 vaccination) and (if applicable) a Working with Children’s Check.
Western Health do not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies.