GCUH is a large tertiary centre with excellent opportunities for advanced training via exposure to the following specialty rotations:

· Day case Total laparoscopic hysterectomies (at present we are the only hospital in Australia performing these innovative procedures)

· Advanced laparoscopic endometriosis surgery in conjunction with the Endometriosis and persistent pelvic pain center (EPPIC)

· Gynaecology oncology

· Urogynaecology and the Queensland pelvic mesh service

· Maternal fetal medicine and advanced obstetrics with an option of completing a Diploma of diagnostic Ultrasound (DDU)

· Training in medical education and medical simulation

At GCUH we have a range of advanced training positions suitable for 5 th and 6 th year trainees as listed in the table below. All jobs include a 3 month term of after hours work which includes nights and weekends.

When applying for the advanced training positions at Gold Coast Hospital please make it clear which positions you are most interested in. Please also include whether you are applying for the senior registrar or education registrar roles. Formal preferencing will occur prior to the interview and will be discussed at the interview.

Role

Opportunities

Advanced Training modules

Daycase hysterectomy Registrar

A six-month term with a focus on day case hysterectomy.

Exposure to general gynecological surgery, advanced hysteroscopy and complex gynaecology clinics.

Further 3 month optional rotation which may include gynaecology emergency rotation, colposcopy, urogynae or general O&G.

Advanced Laparoscopy and hysteroscopy

Generalist O&G

Advanced Laparoscopic

Registrar

(2 roles Available)

A six-month term with a focus on advanced laparoscopy and treating endometriosis in conjunction with EPPIC service.

Exposure also to general gynaecological surgery, advanced hysteroscopy and complex gynaecology clinics.

Further 3 month optional rotation which may include gynaecology emergency rotation, colposcopy, urogynae or general O&G.

Advanced Laparoscopy and hysteroscopy

Generalist O&G

Advanced Obstetrics Registrar (2 roles available)

A six-month term focused on advanced obstetrics with 5 scanning sessions in Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) per fortnight as well as complex CS lists and MFM clinic.

Also 2-3 month term of gynecology operating which can be substituted for a term at a private tertiary ultrasound clinic with the option of completing the DDU.

Advanced Obstetrics

Generalist O&G

Gynaecology Registrar (2 roles available)

A 3 month term on the daycase hysterectomy term.

A 3 month term with urogynaecology or general gynaecology operating

Further 3 month optional rotation which may include gynaecology emergency rotation, colposcopy, urogynae or general O&G.

Generalist O&G

Colposcopy and advanced laparoscopy Registrar

A 3 month term with exposure to advanced laparoscopy

A 3 month term with general gynaecology operating and a focus on colposcopy and vulval dermatoses

Further 3 month optional rotation which may include gynaecology emergency rotation, colposcopy, urogynae or general O&G.

Generalist O&G

Colposcopy

GONC and advanced laparoscopy Registrar

A 3 month term with exposure to advanced laparoscopy

A 3 month term with gynaecology oncology

Further 3 month optional rotation which may include gynaecology emergency rotation, colposcopy, urogynae or general O&G.

Generalist O&G

General Advanced trainee position (2-3 available)

This job will be tailored to the trainees' preferences and may include a 3 month term at a private ultrasound facility, advanced or general gynecology operating terms, and exposure to sub specialist rotations including GONC and urogynaecology.

Generalist O&G

In Addition to these jobs, we also have the following extra roles available

Senior Registrar (6 th year)

This registrar will have extra responsibilities in the department other than clinic duties. They will be responsible for the registrar roster and communication between the consultant group and registrar group and attend consultant meetings. They will have an active role in promoting a positive culture and making improvements within the department. They will also act as a mentor to more junior registrars.

Senior Registrar (5 th year)

This registrar will have extra responsibilities in the department other than clinic duties and be involved with the registrar roster. They will have an active role in promoting a positive culture and making improvements within the department. They will also act as a mentor to more junior registrars. This role is aimed at someone wishing to stay at GCUH for two years and transition to be the 6 th year senior registrar the following year.

Education Registrar

Will be rostered 0.2FTE to education responsibilities. Will be actively involved in planning and delivering registrar education, PHO education and simulation training with the department. They will also have the chance to complete the education advanced training module.