Trainee - Unaccredited Position

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time - for Contract from 20th October 2025 to 1st February 2026

Remuneration: $110,986.00 to $139,187.00

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: CAM27016

An exciting opportunity exists to join the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department at Wollongong Hospital.

Come for the Lifestyle

Where you'll be working

Wollongong Hospital is the Illawarra and Shoalhaven's major referral and teaching hospital and has a bed base of more than 500. The campus, which incorporates the Illawarra Regional Cancer Care Centre, provides a comprehensive range of inpatient, outpatient and community-based services.

Wollongong is located an hour's drive south of Sydney on a narrow coastal strip bordered by the Royal National Park to the north, Lake Illawarra to the south, the Tasman Sea to the east and the Illawarra Escarpment to the west. Learn more about the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Wollongong.

What you'll be doing

The ISLHD department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology provides broad-based training and experience in General Obstetrics and Gynaecology and is a training site for the Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Obstetrics of the RANZCOG. There are approximately 2900 births per year.

As a member of the O&G team, you will provide care in the Antenatal and Postnatal Wards and participate in Acute Delivery Suite duties, while working with trainees and consultants. You will also gain experience in Antenatal Clinics, Gynaecology Outpatients and Theatre, and participate in the departmental teaching programme.

This position is suitable for General Practice Trainees who may wish to complete the RANZCOG Diploma exam, or apply to RANZCOG training, or an experienced Unaccredited Trainee seeking a new opportunity within the Department. The clinical care will be delivered with consultation and inclusion of the multidisciplinary team within the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District. Whilst the position is based at Wollongong Hospital, some work at Shellharbour Hospital may be required.

Benefits of working with ISLHD

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

• Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
• Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay
• Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
• Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
• Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information
• Career progression and professional development

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions / selection criteria within the application.

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Need more information or help applying?

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Successful applicants to the role must provide certified documentation of vaccination history and pathology as part of their recruitment documentation. The applicant must be certified as compliant with Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases ) before employment can commence.

Criminal record checks will be undertaken on successful applicants. This position is designated as child-related employment and you will be required to obtain a Working With Children clearance from the Office of the Children's Guardian. To apply, please go to

Please note: Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.

Selection Criteria:

• MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a supervised complex clinical environment
• Preparedness and ability to participate in after-hours overtime and standby rosters
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and moderate computer skills
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary framework
• Evidence of continued professional development and commitment to self education
• A professional attitude and flexibility in work role
• At least three years' post graduate experience in public hospital service (or equivalent)

Need more information?

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For role related queries or questions contact Harsha Ananthram on

Applications Close: 28th September 2025