RACP exams and completed three core years of RACP approved training in cardiology or its equivalent
Full Time, Fixed Term. February 2027 until January 2028
About the Role
This role is directed towards cardiologists who are in the first few years of practice after completion of their FRACP (or equivalent), who have a keen interest in expanding their skills primarily in echocardiography (transthoracic, stress and transesophageal echo, including structural intervention imaging). There is some exposure to cardiac MRI and CT coronary angiography available as well. This is a position with close, consistent supervision from a group of dedicated cardiac imaging specialists with a breadth of experience across public hospital work, in research and in private practice.
As the Cardiac Imaging Fellow, you will provide the day to day clinical care and management of patients undergoing transthoracic, transesophageal and stress echocardiography as inpatients or outpatients. You will participate in performance and reporting of cardiac MRI scans, with the opportunity to support and report cardiac CT scans. You will also undertake teaching and research duties within the Cardiac Investigation Unit and the St Vincent’s Heart Centre.
In addition, responsibilities include involvement with and management of cardiac patients at St Vincent’s Hospital, attendance at Cardiology Outpatient clinics, teaching of junior staff, technical staff and colleagues, and participation in the research program in echocardiography with interests in myocardial function, exercise, heart failure and pulmonary hypertension.
This role is directed towards cardiologists who are in the first few years of practice after completion of their FRACP (or equivalent), who have a keen interest in expanding their skills primarily in echocardiography (transthoracic, stress and transesophageal echo, including structural intervention imaging). There is some exposure to cardiac MRI and CT coronary angiography available as well. This is a position with close, consistent supervision from a group of dedicated cardiac imaging specialists with a breadth of experience across public hospital work, in research and in private practice.
Classification and Salary
Classifications for this position will range from HM25 to HM30 ($129,048.40 - $177,622.12) pro rata for part-time
Your Contribution
MBBS or equivalent
RACP exams and completion of three core years of RACP approved cardiology training or equivalent
Registration with AHPRA
Current National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain
What We Offer
Salary packaging to increase take home pay
Employee Assistance Program
Fitness Passport access
CBD location with excellent transport access
Discounts and promotions through the Foundation
Career development and advancement opportunities
Culture of continuous improvement
About the Cardiology Department
The Cardiology Department at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne is a busy tertiary referral unit providing diagnosis, consultation and intervention across all areas of cardiology.
The echocardiography laboratory performs transthoracic, stress and transoesophageal echocardiography using state of the art equipment including contrast, 3D echocardiography and myocardial deformation imaging.
Echocardiography plays a critical role in supporting the structural heart disease program. The hospital also provides cardiac MRI and CT coronary angiography services.
Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service with sites across Fitzroy, Kew and Truganina.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Our values are Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
Pre-employment Checks
Employment is conditional on completion of all required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.
How to Apply
To apply, click the Apply button and create a Workday profile, uploading your CV and cover letter, addressed to A/Prof Andrew Macisaac, Director of Cardiology. Please provide contact details for two (2) x referees in your uploaded documents.
If you would like a copy of the Position Description, please contact jmsrecruitment@svha.org.au and include the JR Number.
Please advise if you have any accessibility requirements.
11 June 2026 11:59pm
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https /www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au
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