Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across 3 campuses in the northeast of Melbourne and state-wide. Austin Health is world-renowned for its research and specialist work in cancer, liver transplantation, spinal cord injuries, neurology, endocrinology, mental health and rehabilitation.

An exciting opportunity currently exists for an enthusiastic Fellow to join our Cardiac Surgery Department.

Details of Department

The Cardiac Surgery Department, as part of SAPM (Surgery, Anesthesia and Procedural Medicine), is responsible for the provision of services within the specialty to patients across Austin Health. The Director of the Department is A/Prof Siven Seevanayagam. A/Prof George Matalanis is responsible for the comprehensive Thoracic Aortic Surgery Program and is acknowledged as a world-renowned authority in all facets of thoracic aortic surgery. 

Details of position/position requirements

Perform the duties of the position efficiently, according to the standards of the Unit including participating in the Austin Health performance appraisal program. Duties will include elective and emergency operating and consulting, routine and special Ward rounds, clinical meetings, supervision and teaching of resident staff and administrative duties related to routine clinical duties.

To be successful in this role you must: See position description

• Eligible for registration as a medical practitioner in the state of Victoria. 


• Hold a Fellowship of the RACS or overseas equivalent and demonstrated experience and competence in cardiac surgery. 


• Demonstrated commitment to high quality patient care. 

Work with us! Your reward is to work in a collaborative environment which will provide you with opportunities for ongoing training and development. Your benefits will include salary packaging, and employee assistance program.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check conducted by Austin Health and if required, a Working With Children Check.

Austin Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

Application Instructions:

Click on ‘Apply Now’ at the end of this page. You will be directed to sign in/register through the Austin Health Careers Site. Complete the registration process as prompted.

Please note: You will be required to attach copies of the following to your online application:

• Cover letter


• Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)


• Employment History Datasheet (upload as Selection Criteria Response)


• Fellowship Certificate (where applicable)


• Working with Children's Check Card (where applicable)