Registrar- General Medical

Why This Role Matters
The Registrar – General Medical plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered inpatient care within a multidisciplinary hospital environment. Working under consultant supervision, this role ensures continuity of care from emergency admission through to discharge and follow-up. At St John of God Midland Public Private Hospitals, the position contributes to holistic and compassionate care aligned with the organisation’s Catholic, not-for-profit mission. This role is crucial for strengthening clinical capability, supporting junior doctors, and enhancing patient outcomes through structured training and quality improvement participation.

Job Description
This contract Registrar position involves managing inpatient general medical cases under consultant direction while actively participating in teaching, supervision, and clinical governance activities. The role supports team-based care delivery and requires close collaboration with nursing staff, allied health professionals, and specialty clinicians. Registrars will participate in emergency response calls, after-hours rosters, documentation oversight, investigation coordination, and multidisciplinary care planning. Fixed-term contracts of 6, 12, or 24 months are available commencing August 2026 or February 2027.

Key Features of the Role:
• Contract/Temporary Registrar position
• Salary range $125,010 – $170,682 plus 12% superannuation
• Professional development allowance $11,381 pro rata
• Structured teaching and mentorship support
• Exposure to dual trained general and specialty physicians
• Strong focus on continuity of patient care
• Participation in emergency and after-hours rosters
• Access to salary packaging up to $18,550
• Paid parental leave and wellbeing benefits
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave

Responsibilities
• Manage patient care under consultant supervision
• Supervise and teach junior medical staff
• Conduct daily documentation of patient progress and care plans
• Arrange and interpret investigation results including pathology and radiology
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care planning
• Participate in emergency MER calls and CPR
• Contribute to peer review and quality improvement programs
• Attend continued medical education sessions
• Participate in after-hours roster commitments
• Ensure patient-centered care aligned with organisational values

Required Qualifications
• Registration or eligibility for registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• Minimum 2 years clinical experience
• Demonstrated interest in physician training
• Clinical and procedural skills appropriate to Registrar level

Educational Requirements:
• Recognised medical degree
• AHPRA registration or eligibility
• Participation in physician training pathway desirable

Experience and Skills:
• Strong inpatient general medicine experience
• Demonstrated teaching and supervisory skills
• Excellent clinical documentation standards
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to quality improvement initiatives
• Ability to work within emergency and after-hours environments
• Strong patient-centered approach aligned with mission and values

Salary Insights
Salary ranges from $125,010 to $170,682 per annum plus 12% superannuation. Additional benefits include professional development allowance, salary packaging options up to $18,550, novated leasing options, purchased leave, paid parental leave, and employee health insurance discounts.

Company Overview
St John of God Health Care is one of Australia’s largest private healthcare providers, employing over 16,000 caregivers across 26 hospitals and services. As a Catholic not-for-profit organisation, SJGHC reinvests profits into expanding services, upgrading technology, and delivering social outreach programs. The organisation is nationally recognised for excellence, including the AMA (WA) 2025 Health Service Provider of the Year Award.

FAQs
• Is this a permanent role?
No, this is a fixed-term contract position
• What contract durations are available?
6, 12, or 24 months
• Is AHPRA registration required?
Yes, registration or eligibility is mandatory
• Are recruitment agency applications accepted?
No, agency applications will not be considered
• What is the application closing date?
18/03/2026

Application Tips
• Clearly state AHPRA registration status
• Highlight general medicine and inpatient experience
• Demonstrate interest in physician training pathway
• Include leadership and teaching examples
• Submit a covering letter (maximum two pages) addressing essential requirements
• Apply early as interviews are conducted during the advertising period