Fellowships for Advanced Vocational Trainees

Fellowships offer a unique opportunity to consolidate specialist training while gaining high-level experience in both clinical practice and research. In Western Australia, these fellowships are typically based in major tertiary hospitals, providing access to cutting-edge facilities, multidisciplinary teams, and a diverse patient population.

These positions are designed for trainees who have completed or are nearing completion of their core specialty training. They offer:

  • Advanced clinical exposure in high-acuity settings
  • Structured research opportunities with academic supervision
  • Mentorship from senior clinicians and researchers
  • Preparation for consultant roles, including leadership and teaching experience
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Fellowships are available across a range of specialties and are often aligned with the strategic priorities of WA Health.

They serve as a bridge between training and independent practice, equipping future specialists with the skills to lead innovation in healthcare delivery and medical science.

Whether you're aiming to deepen your clinical expertise, contribute to impactful research, or prepare for a consultant position, these fellowships provide a valuable steppingstone in your medical career.

Working for WA Health

Our Health Services are some of the largest employers in Western Australia. You'll be part of a collaborative and diverse team dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of all Western Australians.

As a fellow at WA Health, you'll access top-tier hospitals, advanced training, and research opportunities—while enjoying a vibrant, multicultural lifestyle.

International practitioners

If you are an international medical graduate (IMG) considering a fellowship position in Western Australia, information about registration pathways and support programs can be found here:

IMGs

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Senior Registrar / Fellow - Respiratory Medicine (Advanced Lung Disease Unit / Lung Transplant)

Fiona Stanley Fremantle Hospital Group
This position offers one year of experience in all aspects of lung transplant medicine, pulmonary hypertension and interstitial lung disease for interested candidates who have completed their core respiratory training.

Fellow - Interventional Cardiology

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
As a successful applicant, you will gain experience in training and teaching within our Interventional Cardiology Department. You will be involved in regular audit of interventional procedures and will undertake a regular program of research as di...

Fellow - Paediatric Surgery

Perth Children's Hospital
Clinical Fellow is expected to act in a Senior Registrar role and share clinical duties with trainees and junior registrars in Paediatric Surgery PCH. Clinical Fellow will be expected to participate in all team activities, including operating in t...

Fellow - Perioperative Medicine

Fiona Stanley Fremantle Hospital Group
Provides high quality clinical service to older adults admitted under surgical specialties including perioperative optimisation, acute medical management and discharge planning. Works under the supervision of a Geriatric Medicine Specialist and wi...

Radiology Fellow

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital’s Medical Imaging Department is seeking enthusiastic and highly qualified Radiology Fellows to join our team for the 2027 intake.

Fellow - Endocrine Surgery

Fiona Stanley Fremantle Hospital Group
The successful Endocrine Surgeon Fellow applicant(s) will cover the Endocrine Surgery Unit at Fiona Stanley Hospital (FSH) and within South Metropolitan Health Service, including lists at FSH and St John of God Murdoch (SJOG). 0.5 FTE will be devo...

Fellow - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Fiona Stanley Fremantle Hospital Group
The Cardiothoracic Surgical Unit at FSH is the largest cardiothoracic surgical unit in WA and leads the state in the delivery of all aspects of adult cardiac and thoracic surgery. The WA Heart Lung Transplant Unit located at FSH provides opportuni...

Fellow - Emergency Medicine

Fiona Stanley Fremantle Hospital Group
Our Fellowship in Emergency Medicine is a 12-month fellowship program open to overseas Emergency Physicians eligible for temporary medical registration in Australia. Based at Fiona Stanley Hospital, this position is for recently qualified Emergenc...

Fellow - General Surgery (Acute Surgical Unit)

Fiona Stanley Fremantle Hospital Group
South Metropolitan Health Services 2027 Medical Intake for Fellow - General Surgery (Acute Surgical Unit)

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