Gastroenterology Advanced Trainee

• Attractive salary package, relative to appointment level
  
• Full time, fixed term for 12 months
  
• Macquarie University Hospital (Wallumattagal Campus), North Ryde
  
• Be part of a university-owned, innovative academically integrated healthcare organisation where professional development, ongoing education and career progression are supported and encouraged

The Role

Macquarie University Health (MUH) is seeking an Advanced Trainee in Gastroenterology to provide clinical services for both inpatients and outpatients within the speciality.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Be mentored and work alongside gastroenterologists and other related allied health staff within the team.
  
• Be exposed to a wide range of gastroenterology cases as inpatients and outpatients (clinics), consultations and endoscopic procedures. Point of contact for infusions and research projects.
  
• Assist with endoscopy procedures include gastroscopy, colonoscopy, chromoendoscopy, stricture dilatations and balloon enteroscopy.
  
• Participate in research projects and clinical trials
  
• Supervise and train students, registrars and other Doctors in Training
  
• Contribute to educational activities with MUH
  
• Learn transabdominal ultrasound for IBD.

Why Join Us

You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of integrated healthcare in Australia. You’ll join a supportive, collaborative team that is committed to delivering innovative, patient-centred care backed by world-class research and teaching.

At Macquarie University Health , we know working together leads to better health outcomes. This happens when clinicians, researchers, students and staff unite to improve lives through compassionate, coordinated, effective care that is centred around the patient. We are celebrating our 15-year anniversary.

As Australia’s first fully integrated academic health precinct on a university campus, we translate research into faster diagnoses, better treatments and integrated, evidence-based recovery pathways. In this environment, our students receive unique, hands-on learning experiences. That’s how we Heal. Learn. Discover.™

We offer fantastic range of Employee Benefits including:

• Salary sacrifice options and excellent salary packaging benefits (including venue hire, meals, entertainment and novated leasing) so you have great potential to maximise your income working for us
  
• Post graduate study and ongoing education support through scholarship programs
  
• Macquarie University Childcare at a reduced staff rate
  
• Extensive Macquarie University facilities including sporting facilities, gym and pool

More information about our employee benefits can be found here.

About You

Ideally you will be enrolled into a higher degree and working on a research project. You will be a registrar seeking to further your skills and knowledge in gastroenterology. You will be keen to work in an innovative multidisciplinary environment and be passionate about providing patient centred care. You will have experience working within busy inpatient settings, while balancing supervision, teaching and mentoring of junior staff and medical students.

Key Accountabilities include (Not limited to):

Clinical

As a Gastroenterology Advanced Trainee, you will provide high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient and outpatient settings at Macquarie University Hospital (MUH) and affiliated clinics. You’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary team and under the guidance of experienced specialists. Key clinical responsibilities include:

• Participating in daily ward rounds, handovers, and timely clinical decision-making
  
• Assisting in a wide range of endoscopic procedures, including: Gastroscopy and colonoscopy, ERCP and balloon enteroscopy, Chromoendoscopy and stricture dilatation
  
• Providing consultation and liaison services with other medical teams
  
• Maintaining accurate and timely electronic medical records
  
• Supporting safe discharge planning and continuity of care
  
• Participating in an on-call roster as required

You will be expected to deliver care in accordance with evidence-based best practices and hospital policies, while contributing actively to team-based communication and handover processes.

Administrative

Your administrative duties will support the smooth running of the department and broader hospital system. These include:

• Attending relevant discipline and hospital meetings
  
• Participating in M&M reviews and incident reporting
  
• Providing at least four weeks’ notice for planned leave and ensuring clinical coverage
  
• Promptly reporting any incidents that could give rise to a complaint or medico-legal issue

Quality and Research Activities

You will be actively involved in quality improvement and research activities that align with MUH commitment to excellence and innovation. Opportunities include:

• Participating in clinical audits, peer reviews, and root cause analyses
  
• Supporting hospital accreditation processes and safety reviews
  
• Contributing to or initiating research projects with your clinical supervisor
  
• Attending and contributing to M&M and Sentinel Event meetings

Supervision, Training and Education

Teaching and mentorship are integral to this role. You’ll work closely with junior doctors and the broader clinical team to foster a culture of learning. Key activities include:

• Supervising junior medical staff and supporting their development
  
• Contributing to the education of medical students, nurses, and allied health staff
  
• Attending and presenting at education sessions, journal clubs, and grand rounds
  
• Representing MUH at internal and external academic forums where appropriate

Professional Development, Continuing Education and Maintenance of Standards

We are committed to supporting your ongoing training and career development. As part of your role, you will:

• Participate fully in the relevant college training program, including exam preparation
  
• Work with supervisors to develop a tailored education and professional development plan
  
• Engage in continuing medical education and log ongoing development activities
  
• Be encouraged to present at national conferences such as AGW (poster or oral presentation)

Pre-Employment Checks

Macquarie University Health cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:-

• National and International Criminal history checks
  
• Entitlement to work and ID checks
  
• Working With Children Checks
  
• Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration
  
• Verification of relevant qualifications
  
• Verification of relevant professional membership
  
• Employment history and reference checks
  
• Financial responsibility assessments/checks
  
• Medical Checks and Assessments
  
• Immunisation Checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the withdrawal of an offer of employment or termination of your employment.

Note: This position requires you to comply with occupational screening, assessment and vaccination requirements in line with Macquarie University Health policies. You must hold a current and valid NSW Working with Children Check and may be required to satisfy MUH that you meet all background checks (including criminal record and qualification checks).

To Apply

To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate the below requirements in your CV and a 1-2 page cover letter:

• Current registration as a medical practitioner in Australia [or ability to obtain – including English language requirements]
  
• Demonstrated experience in gastroenterology.
  
• Demonstrated understanding of the patients’ perspective and ability to communicate key information to the patient and carers.
  
• Demonstrated interest and aptitude for one or more of the following activities: supervision of students; delivery of education activities; research.
  
• A strong commitment to multidisciplinary approaches to clinical care and ability to work as part of a team.

**We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.**

Specific Role Enquiries: Dr. Brandon Baraty brandon.baraty@mq.edu.au

Applications Close: Sunday, 15th February 2026, 11:59pm

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