Our 17 intern positions get experience in a broad range of clinical areas throughout the year. We support our interns by prioritising rotations for training requirements, offer guidance to assist in their career choices and provide personal and professional assistance. Our friendly community of leaders encourage the growth of our interns.

Rotations

Each medical year is divided into 5, 10-12 week terms.  Interns rotate through 3 core and 2 elective terms.

Frequently asked questions

View some frequently asked questions about intern recruitment at Caboolture Hospital.

Medical education

We provide strong theoretical and practical support while providing clinical autonomy. In addition to general education lunchtime sessions (including grand rounds), the hospital has a vigorous postgraduate education program with tutorial and teaching sessions available in most units. This involves local and visiting guest lecturers, an open style that allows easy communication among all levels of staff and the promotion of team spirit in a personal, friendly environment. We have a library on-site with Internet access for electronic journals.

Intern education includes:

• a full weekly education program including intern only education, grand rounds, journal clubs and unit tutorials with hands on practical sessions
• large number of supervisors to support your ongoing training
• full week intern orientation prior to starting, including ALSi, practical skills and shadowing with another 2 weeks ongoing orientation during working hours
• 2 hours of protected education for Interns per week including practical skills and ward call scenarios.

Interns are support by 2 part-time Medical Education Officers (MEOs) and 2 part-time Directors of Clinical Training (DCTs) on site.

Personal support

We provide personal or professional support through regular meetings to ensure your training program is progressing satisfactorily. We continually monitor training environments to ensure interns are provided with the best space to learn and reach learning objectives.

Education and Skills Development Centre

Caboolture’s Education and Skills Development Centre is a safe and supported learning environment for healthcare simulation allowing interns to:

• practice procedures
• refine communication techniques
• gain experience in recognising and treating medical conditions
• undertake multi-disciplinary teamwork training.