Advanced Trainee

To provide effective clinical management of patients with Sexually Transmissible Infections, HIV, and other sexual health needs, including provision of screening and biomedical prevention strategies, under appropriate supervision, including patient assessment, making treatment decisions, performing procedures and maintaining adequate medical records; and to develop expertise in medical practice, in a complex clinical environment. This includes the provision of professional advice and consultancy to outside agencies seeking information on STI/HIV infections. The Advanced Trainee's role includes participation in training program, peer education, clinical audits and research.

The Advanced Trainee is 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 attending Sexual Health Physician.

This is a position recognised by the Australasia Chapter of Sexual Health Medicine (AChSHM, RACP) for training in sexual health medicine, and other Colleges (e.g RACP, RACGP, RACOG) by negotiation.

Merit Selection

NSW Health follows a merit-based recruitment and selection process in accordance with Policy Directive PD2023_04 – Recruitment and Selection of Staff to the NSW Health Service .

Applicants will be assessed against the Essential Requirements and Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description. Candidates are encouraged to carefully review the Position Description before submitting their application to ensure they can demonstrate how they meet the requirements of the role.

Candidates shortlisted for interview will be required to provide original qualifications, registrations, licences, and other mandatory credentials for verification by the selection panel. We encourage all applicants to prepare these documents in advance to support a smooth recruitment process.

Qualifications and experience commensurate with the Essential Requirements for the role

Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team in the planning, delivery and coordination of patient care.

High level communication skills, including the ability to convey, and adapt verbal and written information to a clinical and non-clinical audience

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.

Demonstrated high level independent clinical skills and judgement, with the ability to make sound decisions and problem solve with an awareness of limitations and ability to learn independently and modify behaviour accordingly.

Previous experience in and willingness to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate medical education and training.

Demonstrated interest and commitment to further education and practice in Sexual Health Medicine

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases

To be employed by NSW Health, applicants must provide evidence of vaccination and comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive (PD2024_015). Compliance with this policy, including any amendments made from time to time, is a mandatory condition of employment.

Applicants will be required to provide acceptable evidence of their vaccination status, immunity, and any other occupational health requirements relevant to the position. Evidence must be submitted and assessed in accordance with NSW Health requirements prior to commencement.

Working with Children Check

This position requires a Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance issued by Service NSW. A current and valid WWCC is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this role.

Applicants who do not already hold a WWCC clearance will need to apply for one through Service NSW. For information on eligibility requirements and the application process, please visit the Service NSW Working With Children Check website. A valid WWCC clearance must be maintained for the duration of employment.

https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-for-a-working-with-children-check

Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Dr Swaminathan Balasubramanian at [email protected] Applications Close: 1, November 2026