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Join our team and be part of something bigger.
At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are redefining cancer care with a singular focus – to transform the lives of people affected by cancer. Central to this is our mission, to minimise the burden of cancer by providing integrated expert care, delivered with compassion, and founded on research, innovation, education and training.
Upper GI & Hepatobiliary Surgical Fellow 2027
- 492570
- Clinical – Other
- Full time
- Closing on: Aug 10 2026
Join one of Australia’s leading comprehensive cancer centres and help shape the future of specialist cancer care.
Why Chris O’Brien Lifehouse?
Located in Camperdown, with excellent access to public transport, Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is a For-Purpose, world-class cancer hospital integrating treatment, research, education, and emotional support under one roof. With 149 inpatient beds, 11 operating theatres, 18 ICU-level beds, day therapy and radiotherapy services, we offer advanced technologies in a purpose-built facility designed to support patients and staff alike.
About the role:
Your challenges as the Hepatobiliary and Upper GI Surgery fellow at Chris O'Brien Lifehouse for 2027 will be to provide surgical treatment and care in the field of Hepatobiliary and Upper GI surgery.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Responsible for weekly outpatient clinic visits.
- Inpatient daily ward rounds.
- Surgical assisting and training in a wide range of surgical procedures including Oesophagectomies, Gastrectomies and complex HPB surgeries, working with leading surgeons.
- Perioperative care of complex surgical patients
- General surgery database management
- Tutoring and teaching of CMO, Residents, Registrars, Nursing staff, Students and Interns.
- Responsible for the preparation and running of the weekly meetings including MDT, Morbidity and Mortality, Journal Club, Research and Topic presentations.
- Research with a large clinical database and laboratory research facilities
- Active role in research projects
Essential Criteria
- It is essential to be a Medical Practitioner and be registered, or eligible for registration, with the Medical Board of Australia.
- Postgraduate qualifications in General Surgery
- Sub-speciality training in Transplant / Hepatobiliary and Upper GI Surgery is an advantage.
- Basic surgical technique and confident to perform a range of Upper GI and Hepatobiliary procedures independently
- Basic outpatient procedures
- Evidence of Publications, Presentations and ongoing interest in research & teaching
- Evidence of immunisations to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy for a Category A position
What We Offer
- Optional salary packaging options through Smart $15,900 tax free
- Optional Meal and entertainment card $2,600 tax free
- Subsidised gym membership through Fitness Passport (for you and your family)
- A values-led, inclusive workplace where diversity is respected and supported
A Workplace That Welcomes Everyone
At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. We value the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our team and actively support, staff from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ communities, Indigenous staff, people living with disabilities, and people of all ages and faiths.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you meet the criteria and share our mission, values and commitment to compassionate, expert cancer care, we encourage you to apply.
