Applications are invited for the 2027 General Medicine Advanced Training clinical year, commencing February 2027, for a 2-year appointment with the possibility of extension. Applicants must be PGY5+ by February 2027.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) delivers high-quality, person-centred acute, sub-acute, primary and community healthcare to the ACT and surrounding regions. Medical staff enjoy excellent employment conditions under the ACTPS Medical Practitioners Enterprise Agreement 2023–2026. General Physicians provide holistic, comprehensive care for patients with complex medical needs across inpatient and ambulatory settings, working closely with subspecialty and multidisciplinary teams.

The CHS General Medicine Advanced Training Program offers diverse clinical and educational experiences to prepare trainees for successful physician careers across metropolitan and regional practice. CHS is accredited by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians for two years of Advanced Training in General and Acute Medicine, with rotations across Canberra Hospital and North Canberra Hospital. Training includes exposure to complex and undifferentiated medical presentations, acute medicine, ambulatory care and subspecialty clinics.

Canberra Hospital's Acute Medical Unit provides evidence-based care for patients requiring short-stay assessment and management, while North Canberra Hospital's large general medical unit offers broad experience across adult medicine, supported by ICU, CCU, stroke and endoscopy services. The program also includes dedicated education, research and protected learning time. Trainees are encouraged to undertake research, attend scientific meetings, and develop skills in teaching, leadership and healthcare management. 

The successful candidates will be required to:

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

What can we offer you: 

• City living without the traffic 
• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions
• 12.5% Superannuation
• Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates
• Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).

To find out more on what a career at CHS can give you, the benefits of working with us and why Canberra is Australia’s happiest city click here: Benefits of working with us - Canberra Health Services

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CHS Contact: Dr Ashwin Swaminathan, Unit Director, General Medicine Ashwin.Swaminathan@act.gov.au

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