Registrar - Emergency Medicine

Why This Role Matters

This Registrar/PHO Emergency Medicine locum opportunity in North Western Victoria is critical to sustaining emergency healthcare delivery in a rural integrated public health service. As the solo night doctor, you will be the primary medical decision-maker overnight, ensuring safe and timely emergency care for a catchment population of approximately 35,000 people across a 100 km radius. Rural emergency departments rely heavily on experienced registrars who can confidently manage acute presentations with nursing and on-call support. This role supports continuity of care, emergency preparedness, and high-quality clinical services within a 143-bed hospital that includes aged care services. Working in a rural Victorian setting also provides strong clinical exposure and autonomous practice experience.

Job Description

A North Western VIC hospital requires a Registrar/PHO in Emergency Medicine for a one-week locum from 11 April 2026 to 18 April 2026. The successful candidate will function as the Emergency Department Medical Officer – Solo Night Doctor, responsible for overnight emergency presentations, stabilization, and coordination of care. The role demands recent emergency department experience and confidence in independent decision-making within a rural hospital environment.

Key Features of the Role

• Position: Registrar/PHO – Emergency Medicine
• Location: North Western Victoria (344 km north west of Melbourne, on the Murray River)
• Facility: 143-bed fully integrated rural public health service
• Dates: 11 Apr 2026 – 18 Apr 2026
• Rate: $220 per hour
• Shift: 2300 – 0830 (8 consecutive night shifts)
• Travel and accommodation provided
• Solo night doctor role

Responsibilities

• Provide overnight emergency department coverage
• Assess, diagnose, and manage acute medical presentations
• Perform emergency procedures as required
• Stabilize critically ill patients
• Coordinate care with nursing staff and on-call teams
• Maintain accurate patient documentation
• Follow rural hospital clinical protocols
• Escalate cases appropriately when specialist input is required
• Ensure patient safety and quality standards are maintained

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet professional registration and certification standards required for emergency medicine locum roles in Victoria.

Educational Requirements

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Current AHPRA registration
• PGY4+ level
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification
• Neonatal Resuscitation (Neo-Resus) certification

Experience and Skills

• Recent Emergency Department experience
• Confidence working as a solo doctor overnight
• Experience in busy rural hospital settings preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
• Competence in emergency resuscitation and acute care
• Effective communication with multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to manage high-pressure scenarios independently

Age Eligibility

Age criteria are not specified; candidates must meet professional registration requirements.

Salary Insights

• $220 per hour standard rate
Competitive locum remuneration with travel and accommodation support provided. This role offers excellent earning potential over an 8-shift block.

Company Overview

Skilled Medical is a leading international medical recruitment firm delivering qualified medical professionals across Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. The organization supports both locum and permanent placements, ensuring quality healthcare staffing in metropolitan and rural communities. Skilled Medical is a quality-accredited firm with extensive industry experience assisting healthcare professionals in advancing their careers.

FAQs

1. What level is required?
   PGY4+ Registrar/PHO level.

2. Are certifications mandatory?
   Yes, ALS and Neo-Resus are required.

3. Is this a solo doctor shift?
   Yes, this is a solo night ED doctor role.

4. Are travel and accommodation covered?
   Yes.

5. What is the pay rate?
   $220 per hour.

Application Tips

• Ensure AHPRA registration is current
• Confirm ALS and Neo-Resus certifications are valid
• Highlight rural ED experience in your CV
• Demonstrate solo overnight emergency capability
• Apply early due to short locum duration

Application Process

Candidates must be registered with AHPRA and have the Right to Work in Australia. To apply, complete the Skilled Medical Registration form via their official platform or contact a Skilled Medical Recruitment Consultant.