Our leading robotic surgery unit with state-of-the-art hybrid theatres and diagnostic imaging is at the forefront of surgical innovation.
- A 12-month contract opportunity affiliated with Device Technologies (Da Vinci)
- Our state-of-the-art facilities will improve your skills & enhance your career
- Work with a supportive & committed team in our value-based, caring organisation
Taking care of people is our reason for being
At Sydney Adventist Hospital, fondly known as the San, caring for people is at the core of who we are. It’s what drives us to deliver exceptional outcomes for our patients and it’s a shared sense of purpose that extends to everyone who works here.
What you’ll be doing in this role
An opportunity is available for a motivated and enthusiastic colorectal surgeon to join our team to undertake training in robotic colorectal surgery from 1 February 2027 – 6 February 2028.
As part of the team, you will have the opportunity to perform a high volume of robotic cases as both assistant and primary operator, with mentoring from some of Australia’s most experienced robotic colorectal surgeons. As the Robotic Colorectal Surgical Fellow, you will participate in all clinical and academic activities of the unit.
Key Requirements for the role are:
- Active participation in the unit’s Robotic Training courses and clinical research program.
- Participation in the San MDT Meetings and Audit
- May possibly involve participation in the San acute surgical roster as a specialist
Who we are looking for
This role would ideally suit a colorectal surgeon who has recently completed colorectal training who sees robotic surgery as a significant component of their future practice but has had limited robotic exposure. You will:
- hold a Fellowship in General Surgery of the FRACS or equivalent, and ideally will have completed post-fellowship colorectal training
- have demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- demonstrate excellent communication skills – both written and verbal skills
- have proven exceptional interpersonal skills by considerately and professionally communicating with patients, their families, visitors, and your colleagues
- be systematic, able to prioritise tasks but also have initiative and critical problem-solving capability
- be adaptable, willing to learn, and work in a team-orientated, fast-paced environment
- hold a current AHPRA registration
- have the willingness to take relevant ongoing professional development
- ideally have experience and demonstrated ability in supervising junior medical officers (desirable but not essential)
- have unlimited Australian Working Rights (essential), as no visa sponsorship is offered for this role
About Adventist Healthcare
Adventist HealthCare owns and operates San Day Surgery, Hornsby, and the Sydney Adventist Hospital (fondly known as the San). The San is NSW’s largest private hospital. Founded in 1903, we are proudly faith-based and have a proven history of being industry pioneers in ground-breaking research and delivering superior patient care. As a not-for-profit, we continually reinvest in cutting-edge technology and facilities, providing exceptional outcomes for our dedicated team of 2400+ staff members and the community we serve.
What to expect
Successful candidates will be required to complete a range of pre-employment checks and assessments. These vary and could include professional references, a national police check, working with children check, vaccination evidence, among others.
How to apply
If you see yourself in this role, we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply’ button, fill out your details and submit.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE at 5pm on Sunday, 31 May 2026. Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing via email.
If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Dr Stephen Pillinger on spillinger@colorectal.net.au Please do not send your applications directly via email, LinkedIn or SEEK. Only applications submitted via the online portal using the ‘apply link’ will be accepted.
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