2026 Unaccredited Orthopaedic Registrar - August

Title: 2026 Unaccredited Orthopaedic Registrar - August

Requisition ID: 6684

Location

Eastern Health, VIC, AU, 3128

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Job Posting Date: 8 Jul 2026

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2026 Orthopaedic Unaccredited Registrar - August commencement

Limited Term Full Time

Ideal for Surgical Trainees interested in a career in Orthopaedic Surgery

Generous Salary Packaging and Employee Benefits

About the role

The Orthopaedic Registrar works collaboratively with the Orthopaedic Surgeons to provide high-quality care for patients throughout their surgical journey.

You will be responsible for the ongoing clinical management of orthopaedic patients within the unit, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centred care. This includes conducting daily patient reviews and maintaining accurate, timely, and comprehensive documentation in the medical record.

The successful applicant will actively participate in consultant-led ward rounds, outpatient clinics, and operating theatre sessions in accordance with the roster and as directed by the Orthopaedic Surgeons. Effective communication with patients, their families, and members of the multidisciplinary team is essential to support coordinated care and achieve the best possible patient outcomes. The Registrar will also attend surgical ward meetings and other relevant clinical meetings where rostered and operationally appropriate.

In addition to clinical responsibilities, the Orthopaedic Registrar will provide supervision and clinical support to Hospital Medical Officers (HMOs), contributing to their professional development while fostering a collaborative learning environment and promoting the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.

These positions are ideal for Surgical Trainees seeking to build a career in Orthopaedic Surgery.

About you

Current general registration as a Medical Practitioner with AHPRA

Minimum 3 year experience within the Australian Hospital system

A strong commitment to high quality care

The ability to work as part of a diverse team

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

Those that are offered and/or start between January and April do not require an up to date vaccination for Influenza to progress providing they are aware of its requirement later in the year. Those that are offered and/or start between May and December require the up to date Influenza vaccination prior to offer.

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

Mentor and Shadowing program

Access to discovery days across our 50 sites

Study and professional development leave

Friendly & supportive teams

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Fitness Passport for work-life balance

Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones

Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements

Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme

Access to Private Health Insurance offers

Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training

Cafes at all of our Hospitals

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know

We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.

We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.

As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.

Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.

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Contact Person: Tracy Waller

Contact Number: 9895 3469

Contact Email: ***email_hidden***

Job Posting End Date: 8 August 2026

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Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469.

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