Prospect
This is an exceptional opportunity for a highly skilled and experienced cardiothoracic surgeon to join our multidisciplinary team in Western Australia.
Hospitals
The hospitals are newly built and recognised as leading tertiary and quaternary referral centres, serving patients with complex congenital and acquired cardiac conditions.
Patient Group
We are seeking a consultant appointment spanning paediatric and adult cardiothoracic surgery, with a dual-site arrangement across Perth Children's Hospital and Fiona Stanley Hospital. This role requires broad clinical expertise in congenital and acquired cardiac surgery, including transplantation, mechanical circulatory support (MCS), and ECMO.
Role Responsibilities
Deliver high-level surgical care in both paediatric and adult contexts.
Lead and mentor trainees within the departments.
Participate in multidisciplinary planning, governance, and audit activities.
Contribute to departmental research, education, and quality improvement initiatives.
Position Features
This role offers scope to tailor aspects of the adult surgical service to the appointee's expertise and interests, aligning with departmental needs.
Candidate Requirements
The successful applicant will be a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (or equivalent), with specialist registration in cardiothoracic surgery and substantial postgraduate training in both paediatric and adult cardiothoracic surgery. Key attributes include:
At least 1–2 years' subspecialty training in paediatric cardiac surgery in recognised units.
Demonstrated expertise in heart transplantation, retrieval, and MCS.
Proven capacity to manage complex neonatal, paediatric, adolescent, and adult cardiac conditions, with independent outcome data desirable.
Strong commitment to teaching, research, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
High-level interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills to support patients, families, and teams.
Knowledge of and adherence to contemporary safety, governance, and legislative requirements.
📌 Specialist Cardiothoracic Surgeon
🏢 Bebeecardiothoracic
📍 Perth