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Join to apply for the Trainee - Unaccredited Position role at NSW Health2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Trainee - Unaccredited Position role at NSW HealthGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Employment Type: Temporary Full TimeRemuneration: $89,095 to $139,187Hours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: CAM26382Orthopaedic Surgery - Unaccredited TraineeLismore Base Hospital & Richmond NetworkApply now for an Unaccredited Training position in Orthopaedic Surgery for the 2026 Clinical Year, within the Northern Rivers - Richmond Network (Lismore Base Hospital, Ballina District Hospital and Casino & District Memorial Hospital).The successful applicant will have a commitment to Orthopaedics and be looking to further their career in a busy regional hospital under the supervision and guidance of expert senior consultants and orthopaedic surgeons.Our Junior Medical Officers are well supported throughout their training at the Lismore Base Hospital, JMOs have the opportunity to participate in weekly Orthopaedic Case Reviews, monthly Grand Rounds Whole of Hospital and various educations sessions hosted by both the Lismore Base Hospital and University Centre for Rural Health (UCRH). The Unaccredited Trainee year is an ideal training year for Registrars applying for formal surgical training positions.Where you''ll be workingLismore Base Hospital (LBH) is the recognised Trauma Centre for the North Coast Region and is linked with the local helicopter retrieval service.The hospital is an acute regional referral hospital of 280 beds on the Far North Coast of NSW, serving a population of approximately 170,000 people on the Far North Coast of NSW and has a busy Emergency Department (40,000 presentations annually), ICU and Coronary Care Unit, as well as Surgery (general, orthopaedic and speciality surgery), Paediatrics, Mental Health, and Obstetrics and Gynaecology.The Lismore Base Hospital theatres ward comprises of eight operating theatres, two endoscopy theatres and three recovery areas and both Ballina District Hospital and Casino & District Memorial Hospital have one theatre each.LBH is an affiliated teaching hospital for medical students from the University of Sydney, University of Wollongong, University of Western Sydney and Bond University. The hospital has a strong commitment to teaching and support for its Junior Medical Officers.Our region encompasses World Heritage listed rainforests and the pristine beaches of Evans Head, Ballina, Lennox Head and Byron Bay. This area is blessed by year-round sun, a tropical climate and a short winter. From lush hinterland villages, to Mount Warning, national parks, and sparkling beaches, the region is full of natural wonders and vibrant destinations all within a short drive from Lismore.For more information about working with us in the Northern NSW Local Health District, please visit this website - You''ll Be DoingThe primary purpose of the Unaccredited Trainee in Orthopaedics is to provide safe and high quality care, assess and manage, under supervision, orthopaedic surgery patients. The trainee needs to be aware of their limitations and work in a collegiate and collaborate manner.Decision making and supervision will be at the appropriate level according to the trainees skills, knowledge and experience. The medical officer will be expected to adopt a progressively more independent approach to patient management according to their experience, under the guidance of and at the discretion of the appropriate Attending Medical Officer (AMO). All patients managed within the hospitals of the health service are under the direct care of a specialist medical practitioner. All decisions regarding their care are to be clearly communicated with the specialist responsible for that care.The position supports meeting the requirements for training with the Royal Australian College of Surgeons.Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role (please address these in your response)Demonstrated ability to work independently in a supervised environment.Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team with an understanding of the roles of the doctor and other members of the healthcare team.Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, family members and other members of the health care team.Demonstrated good organisational and time management skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, patient safety and risk management.Evidence of continuing professional development and commitment to self-education.Need more information?Click here for the Position DescriptionFind out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact the Lismore JMO Unit on NNSWLHD-LIS-JMORecruitment@health.nsw.gov.auApplications Close: 05, August 2025Seniority levelSeniority levelInternshipEmployment typeEmployment typeTemporaryJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at NSW Health by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Trainee roles.Lismore, New South Wales, Australia 17 hours agoCasino, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoTraineeship and Apprenticeship opportunitiesBallina, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoCasino, New South Wales, Australia 9 hours agoGraduate Operations Engineer Water SewerBangalow, New South Wales, Australia 14 hours agoCasino, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoBallina, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSouth Lismore, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSouth Lismore, New South Wales, Australia 3 months agoLismore, New South Wales, Australia 17 hours agoLismore, New South Wales, Australia 17 hours agoLismore, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoLismore, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoNNSWLHD Post Graduate Fellow General Surgery (12 Month Position - Feb26-Feb27) - Lismore Base Hospital (Apply via eCredential)Lismore, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoNNSWLHD Post Graduate Fellow General Surgery (12 Month Position - Feb26-Feb27) - Lismore Base Hospital (Apply via eCredential)Lismore, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoLismore, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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