Position overview

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. We provide acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding regions. More information can be found on the CHS website.

Applications are sought for Unaccredited Cardiology Registrar position, encompassing first to third year training, in Cardiology at Canberra Hospital and Health Services starting 1 February 2027, for a period of 12 months, with possible extension. The position would suit candidates that have passed the written and clinical FRACP examination with ambition to pursue Advanced Training in Cardiology for 2027.

The successful candidate will undergo extensive training in clinical cardiology which includes management of patients in coronary care and chest pain evaluation clinic, emergency department, general cardiology ward, outpatient cardiology clinics including heart function clinic, cardiology consultation and preadmission clinic. The candidate will also undergo training in basic echocardiography and stress testing. The candidate will be required to participate in the afterhours on call cardiology roster 1:8.

The Department of Cardiology at Canberra Hospital provides tertiary cardiology services to the ACT and Greater Southern NSW region. The department has 18 consultant cardiologists with four accredited Advanced Trainees in Cardiology. The Coronary Care Unit has 19 beds. The department has dedicated clinical cardiology programs in acute cardiovascular care, echocardiography, cardiac CT, interventional cardiology, structural cardiology (TAVI, TEER, LAAO), cardiac electrophysiology and heart function/pulmonary hypertension/maternity cardiology clinics.

Key responsibilities

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide competent and efficient clinical management of patients of the Health Directorate under the supervision and direction of Cardiologists and Consultant Physicians. Clinical duties will include assessment and management of acute presentations, inpatient care, diagnosis and management of patients in outpatient clinics, consultations and attending and actively participating in clinical handover.
• Participate in the supervision, training and professional development of junior medical staff, allied health professionals and medical students.
• Participate in the afterhours on call roster for cardiology and medicine as rostered.
• Contribute to clinical audit, multidisciplinary team meetings, departmental morbidity and mortality conference and participate in changes that improve quality and safety of patient care.
• Demonstrate commitment to training and continuing professional development including participation in relevant teaching programs, activities, and feedback opportunities, involvement in research, and teaching of junior medical staff and/or medical students
• Comply with the policies and requirements of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and the policies of the Health Directorate
• Undertake other duties appropriate to this level of classification which contribute to the operation of the organisation.

About you

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

Competencies

• Strong organisational skills with a high degree of drive
• Adaptability and flexibility to accommodate change and provide responsive services to meet clients’ needs
• Professional with excellent communication, organisational and time management skills while adhering to ACT Health confidentiality policies and procedures
• Ability to liaise effectively with staff at all levels and provide support to junior medical staff

Qualifications

Essential

• An Australian MBBS medical degree or equivalent.
• Registered or eligible for general registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra).
• FRACP Written and Clinical Exam or equivalent
• Current Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support Certificate.
• You must be PGY4+ from February 2027

Desirable

• Have an understanding of how the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) indicators align with this role.
• Experience or knowledge of the CHS Exceptional Care Framework, and all other related frameworks.

Please note prior to commencement, successful candidates will be required to:

• Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

Important information

All employees are required to:

• Adhere to the Canberra Health Services Values and the ACT Public Service Code of Conduct
• Act in accordance and comply with all relevant Safety and Quality policies and procedures.
• Comply with all relevant clinical and/or competency standards.
• Be available for weekend and/or after-hours work.

CHS is leading the drive to digitally transform health service delivery in Australia through the implementation of a territory wide Digital Health Record. Computer literacy skills are required which are relevant to this role as you will be responsible for completing required documentation and becoming a proficient user of the Digital Health Record and/or other Information Technology systems; once proficient, you will need to remain current with changes, updates, and contingencies.

What you require (key selection criteria)

These are the key selection criteria for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your resumé, experience and referee reports.

1. Significant clinical experience in clinical internal medicine with special interest in Cardiology.
2. Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development including formal education and self-directed learning.
3. Possess the professional and personal qualities required to develop into a skilled physician, including sound written and verbal communication skills.
4. Demonstrated ability to work cohesively in a team environment and conduct effective clinical handover.
5. Demonstrates understanding of, and adherence to, safety and quality standards, Work Health and Safety and the positive patient experience. Displays behaviour consistent with CHS’s values of reliable, progressive, respectful, and kind.

Work environment description

The following work environment description outlines the inherent requirements of the role and indicates how frequently each of these requirements would need to be performed. Please note that the ACT Public Service is committed to providing reasonable adjustments and ensuring all individuals have equal opportunities in the workplace.