Electrophysiology Fellow and Clinical Research Registrar
Full-time Temporary with a Possibility of Permanency
Closes: 03 August 2025
Classification: Registrar 1-4
Salary: $112,917 - $141,084 plus superannuation
Position No: 10708 - 02NGM
Directorate: Canberra Health Services
Advertised (Gazettal date): 11 July 2025
Contact Officer: Dr Peter Scott on
What can we offer you:
* City living without the traffic – click here to see why you should live in Canberra .
* Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
* Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
* Flexible working conditions.
* 11.5% Superannuation
* Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
* Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).
Applications are sought for the 2026 clinical year from February 2026 for one year with possible extension. To be eligible to apply, you must be PGY4+ by February 2026.
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focused on delivering high-quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary, and community-based health services to the ACT and surrounding regions. More information can be found on the CHS website .
The Department of Cardiology has completed a state-of-the-art Heart Care Centre, incorporating Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery services in the Acute Cardiac Care Unit (ACCU) and Interventional Cardiology Laboratory (ICL) as part of the Canberra Hospital Expansion Project August 2024. Aligned with this expansion is a new hospital-wide focus on Research and Research Development.
We have a well-established service with 15 consultant medical staff positions, four Accredited Cardiology Advanced Trainees, and two Unaccredited Cardiology Advanced Trainees, in addition to Basic Physician Trainees and other Junior Medical Officers. They work as part of a large multidisciplinary team including specialist nursing staff, cardiac physiologists, cardiac sonographers, administrative staff, and the cardiac rehabilitation team. Patients accessing the services include adults of all ages, acuity, frailty, and disability, who present for diagnosis and treatment of a range of acute and chronic cardiac conditions. Our Cardiology Team strives to deliver an exceptional and caring service for our patients, community, and each other.
The coronary care unit is a 28-bed unit with over 2000 admissions annually. The cardiology outpatient service provides up to 4,500 episodes of care annually, with increasing demand each year. There is a close working relationship with our cardiothoracic surgical unit.
The Interventional Cardiology Service includes three dedicated cardiac catheter laboratories undertaking over 950 coronary interventional procedures and over 1,800 angiography procedures annually. It provides a 24/7 service for primary PCI for acute ST elevation myocardial infarction for the region. A structural heart disease program developed with TAVI and PFO/ASD closures performed.
With the recruitment of three Electrophysiologists plus two advanced pacing consultants, we offer an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and skilled Cardiology EP and Research Registrar to join our dynamic Cardiology Department. This position provides a chance to engage in cutting-edge cardiovascular research while gaining valuable clinical experience in EP in a tertiary hospital setting. The successful candidate will work closely with the Cardiology Research Team, contributing to both clinical and translational research projects aimed at improving patient outcomes.
Additional Information:
* Requirements for fractional on-call will be subject to clinical operational requirements and negotiated at the time of appointment.
* Approval for second job must be submitted annually. Commitment to a second job must not impact on the clinical duties at Canberra Hospital.
* Appointments may be made without interview based on application and CV alone.
* Adherence to agreed attendance hours including annual job planning for clinical operational requirements.
* Experience and proficient skills in all aspects of clinical cardiology are required, including emergency, inpatient, and ambulatory care.
* The successful applicant should have a proven track record as a successful member of a clinical team and demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching at all levels, including medical, nursing, and allied health staff.
Please note, prior to commencement, successful candidates will be required to:
* Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening, and Vaccination policy.
For more information on this position and how to apply, click here
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focused on delivering high-quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary, and community-based health services to the ACT and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website .
Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful, and Kind
CHS is committed to workforce diversity and creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.
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