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:

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Fellow - Burns

Fiona Stanley Fremantle Hospital Group
To undergo comprehensive training in the management of both adult and paediatric burns. This fellowship is for a surgeon interested in developing burns as a sub-specialty interest after completion of their higher plastic surgery training. This is an academic unit and research will be encouraged, along with involvement in post-graduate educational activities. The fellow will be involved in the management of major burns out-of-hours. Long-term follow-up and reconstructive surgery in adults and children who have had burn injuries will form a regular part of the fellow’s timetable.

Fellow - Pain Management

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
This position has been designed for Pain Medicine trainees in the Professional Development Year of the Faculty of Pain Medicine Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FPMANZCA) to consolidate their knowledge in preparation for practicing as a Specialist Pain Medicine Physician. There is a focus on further strengthening skills in Interventional Pain Medicine, collaborative multi-disciplinary management of complex quaternary pain patients, co-ordinating and leading the Multi-disciplinary team and providing teaching opportunities for junior medical staff. It is a full-time position at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Pain Management Unit.

Fellow - Vascular Surgery

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
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 reviewing patient in the outpatient department. You will be expected to be involved in research, audit and teaching. The position will follow all training protocols and curriculum established and required by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. You will be directly responsible to the training supervisors throughout the term.

Fellow - Medical Oncology

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
This opportunity is available to a medical professional, eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia with clinical experience in a relevant specialty at or above post graduate level, who is highly motivated with an interest and commitment to research, quality improvement and education. As a Fellow in Medical Oncology, you will work under the supervision of the department’s Consultants at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, to provide leadership and education to other medical practitioners, undertake clinical research and trial work, prepare, and apply for research grants, undertake outpatient clinics and clinical duties, and participate in research and quality improvement activities in the Oncology department. You will utilise your knowledge of clinical governance and research methodology, as well as your strong communication skills to provide clinical support, education and supervision to the Medical Oncology research department and junior medical staff; and will work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to support the Medical Oncology department at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, and advance their clinical trial and research program to provide our patients with treatment options and access to new and innovative products and interventions. 

Fellow - General Surgery (Colorectal)

Royal Perth Hospital
Provide extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of Colorectal disorders. The Fellow is responsible for the day-to-day management of all patients admitted into Royal Perth Hospital under the Colorectal Service. The Fellow is also responsible for reviewing patients in the Outpatient Department and for reviewing and managing emergency Colorectal consults and admissions and will participate in the ASU on call roster. The fellow will participate in the weekly MDT unit. The Fellow will be involved in research, audit and teaching. The Fellow will be directly responsible to the Fellowship Supervisors throughout the Fellowship. He/she will work under the supervision of the FRACS & CSSANZ qualified Colorectal Surgeons. The Fellow will be responsible for organizing and coordinating the weekly MDT unit. The Fellow will be involved in research, audit and teaching. The Fellow will be directly responsible to the Fellowship Supervisors throughout the Fellowship. The Fellow will have the opportunity to learn and perform advanced open and minimal invasive surgery and gain exposure to robotic colorectal surgery under supervision.

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