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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Fellow - Spinal

Senior Registrar:$176,691 - $185,418 EMHS 492908 Royal Perth Hospital WA Australia Royal Perth Hospital Royal Perth Hospital 👤 Fellow Fixed Term Full Time
We are seeking to appoint a Spinal Fellow to our Orthopaedic Surgery Department. In this role you will provide a high-quality clinical service to hospital patients. You will be required to promote high quality patient centred care to inpatients an...

Fellow - Colorectal

Senior Registrar:$176,691 - $185,418 SMHS 492753 Fiona Stanley Hospital WA Australia Fiona Stanley Hospital Fiona Stanley Fremantle Hospitals Group 👤 Fellow Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time
The Colorectal department is a busy tertiary referral unit for the management of complex colorectal conditions not managed in the secondary health care units. There will be opportunities to develop colorectal skills including laparoscopic colorect...

Fellow - Cardiology Interventional

Senior Registrar:$176,691 - $185,418 EMHS 492885 Royal Perth Hospital WA Australia Royal Perth Hospital Royal Perth Hospital 👤 Fellow, 🩺Cardiology Fixed Term Full Time
We are seeking to appoint an Interventional Cardiology Fellow to our Cardiology Department. In this role you will provide a high-quality clinical service to hospital patients. You will be required to promote high quality patient centred care to in...

Fellow - Vascular Surgery

Senior Registrar:$176,691 - $185,418 NMHS 492791 Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital WA Australia Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital 👤 Fellow, 🩺Surgery Fixed Term Full Time
As a successful applicant, you will have extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of vascular disorders. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of all vascular patients admitted to SCGH while also being responsible for r...

Fellow - Radiation Oncology

Senior Registrar:$176,691 - $185,418 NMHS 492854 Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital WA Australia Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital 👤 Fellow Fixed Term Full Time
Suitable candidates will provide professional expertise while under adequate supervision. Clinical components of the Fellowship will include direct involvement in new patient, follow-up, emergency and ward consultations. You will supervise junior ...

Fellow - Anaesthetics - Human Factors

Senior Registrar:$176,691 - $185,418 EMHS 492689 Royal Perth Hospital WA Australia Royal Perth Hospital Royal Perth Hospital 👤 Fellow, 🩺Anaesthesia Fixed Term Full Time
This role will interface with the DAPM Clinical Leads and the Director of Operations for the Centre of Excellence in Healthcare Human Factors to assist Royal Perth Bentley Group in achieving its vision of becoming Australia’s safest healthcare gro...

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