6 Months

Orthopaedic Fellowship Information

The Fellowship encompasses all aspects of clinical involvement in shoulder and upper limb orthopaedic management in a busy 14-member group practice. It includes assessment of new patients, surgical treatment at assistant level (with level of responsibility dependent on proficiency demonstrated), postoperative care and rehabilitation. Surgical procedures comprise all aspects of shoulder and elbow reconstructive surgery including arthroscopic procedures, stabilisations, cuff management (both open and arthroscopic) and arthroplasty.
There is a strong emphasis on elite athlete injury management. Exposure to hand, wrist and elbow arthroscopic and open reconstructive procedures are also undertaken. The Fellow’s specific interest will dictate their clinical involvement. The successful candidate is required to complete two research projects to the level of final draft during the tenure of the Fellowship. The Fellow will be involved with postgraduate education in upper limb surgery.

Stipend

AU$90,000 pa

Minimum Requirements

- be eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency - have English language IELTS pass of 7 in all four components - have completed or be due to complete their tra