Emergency Medicine Registrar

Why This Role Matters

Emergency Medicine Registrars play a vital frontline role in delivering acute, life-saving care to diverse patient populations. At Eastern Health, one of Melbourne’s largest public health services, this position offers structured training, clinical exposure, and leadership development aligned with ACEM standards. The role contributes to high-quality emergency care delivery across multiple hospital sites handling over 150,000 emergency department presentations annually. By joining this program, registrars become part of a dynamic training network focused on patient safety, clinical excellence, research engagement, and professional development.

Job Description

Eastern Health is recruiting Emergency Medicine Registrars for the 2026 clinical year. The role involves delivering emergency care across multiple training sites including Box Hill Hospital, Maroondah Hospital, and Angliss Hospital. Registrars will gain exposure to mixed adult and paediatric emergency departments and rotate through critical care, anaesthetics, emergency ultrasound, Hospital in the Home, Royal Victorian Eye and Ear, and other tertiary sites. The position emphasizes structured training, dedicated teaching time, ACEM-aligned development, and hands-on workshops within a supportive, values-based healthcare environment.

Key Features of the Role:

• Multiple accredited training sites within Eastern Health network
• Exposure to mixed adult and paediatric emergency departments
• Dedicated CME time and fellowship teaching
• Over 50 FACEMs providing education and mentorship
• ACEM examiners available at all sites
• Paediatric logbook accreditation support
• Emergency ultrasound and simulation training programs
• Financial support for exams and educational courses
• Commitment to trainee wellness and mentorship
• Quality improvement and leadership training aligned with ACEM standards

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality emergency care to adult and paediatric patients
• Participate in clinical rotations including critical care and anaesthetics
• Engage in emergency ultrasound and simulation programs
• Contribute to mortality and morbidity meetings
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary healthcare teams
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Support patient-centered care in line with organizational values
• Participate in research opportunities (ACEM 4.10 support available)
• Adhere to vaccination and screening requirements

Required Qualifications

• Recent experience in Emergency Medicine
• Junior Registrars (HMO3+) will be considered
• ACEM Trainee desirable
• Current registration with AHPRA or eligibility for provisional registration
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Commitment to high-quality patient care

Educational Requirements:

• Medical degree recognized for AHPRA registration
• Enrollment or intention to enroll in ACEM training pathway desirable

Experience and Skills:

• Demonstrated clinical competence in emergency settings
• Ability to work effectively within diverse teams
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• Commitment to continuous professional development
• Interest in research, education, and quality improvement
• Resilience and adaptability in high-pressure clinical environments

Age Eligibility:

No specific age criteria mentioned. Applicants must meet AHPRA registration requirements and eligibility to work in Australia.

Salary Insights

Eastern Health offers a generous salary package aligned with Victorian public health registrar pay scales, including superannuation and salary packaging benefits. Additional financial support is available for educational courses and examinations.

Company Overview

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services, providing emergency, surgical, medical, maternity, palliative care, mental health, and community health services. Serving diverse populations across Victoria’s Eastern Region, Eastern Health operates over 50 sites and emphasizes diversity, inclusion, research engagement, and professional development. The organization is committed to safe, high-quality healthcare delivery and supports structured medical training programs aligned with national standards.

FAQs

1. Is ACEM training supported?
   Yes, the program offers ACEM-aligned training, examiners, and research support.

2. Are junior registrars eligible?
   Yes, HMO3+ candidates will be considered.

3. Is paediatric exposure included?
   Yes, departments are mixed adult and paediatric with logbook accreditation.

4. Is vaccination mandatory?
   Yes, influenza vaccination and compliance with Australian Immunisation guidelines are mandatory.

5. Does the role include research opportunities?
   Yes, ACEM 4.10 research support is available.

Application Tips

• Highlight recent emergency medicine experience clearly
• Emphasize ACEM training progress if applicable
• Demonstrate leadership and quality improvement involvement
• Mention ultrasound or simulation training exposure
• Confirm AHPRA registration status in your application
• Apply early as advertising may close before the official date