Registrar - Trainee - Medical Administration

Registrar - Trainee - Medical Administration

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Registrar - Trainee - Medical Administration

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This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment for 12 months commencing as soon as possible, with the possibility of extension(s).

POSITION PROFILE

We are keen to welcome a motivated Medical Administration Registrar (MAR) to our team at Broome Hospital. The service is entering an exciting period of growth and transition, with planning well underway for service expansion and redevelopment.

The MAR will work with the specialist (FRACMA) Director of Medical Services at Broome Hospital to provide professional leadership as well as guidance in relation to strategic and operational projects as required, with a particular focus on clinical governance, accreditation, service development and general medical administration duties.

This is an accredited Specialist Training Position. The MAR must be enrolled as a trainee with the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators (RACMA) to satisfy the selection criterion of demonstrated commitment towards training as a specialist medical administrator.

AREA PROFILE

The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

REGION PROFILE

The Kimberley is the most northern and tropical of WA. Geographically diverse – the Kimberley boasts pristine white beaches, rugged and spectacular ranges and gorges, palm lined chasms, secluded waterholes, tidal mudflats and some of the largest and most beautiful rivers and waterways in the world. The Kimberley region keeps people intrigued for many years through the diverse range of activities, rich cultural history, varied working experiences and mix of friendly people and unique characters.

Broome is one of the state's leading tourist destinations. The 60-bed hospital provides health care to a resident population of 17,000 which expands to 55,000 during the tourist season. Broome Health Campus is the regional resource centre for the Kimberley with medical staff providing services to hospitals, community, and remote sites across the region. Relaxed and laidback – a lifestyle envied and sought by thousands of visitors each year.

Salary & Employee Benefits

Registrar Year 1-3, $178,223 to $194,925 pa*

North of the 26th parallel

• includes base salary $147,748 to $162,661 pa, professional Development allowance $11,380 pa and 12% employer contributed Superannuation. Rates as 1 July 2025.
  
  

OR

Health Service Medical Practitioner (HSMP) Years 1-6, $300,622 to $377,620 pa*

North of the 26th parallel

• includes base salary $226,833 to $293,564 pa, professional Development allowance $34,696 pa and 12% employer contributed Superannuation. Rates as 1 July 2025.
  
  

The HSMP salary range applies to RACMA trainees with more than 3 years of full-time medical administration training experience.

Appointment will be made based on current relevant skills and experience.

Requirements

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location-based allowances
• Explore endless unique and extraordinary sights in one of the most diverse states in the world
• Make a difference and become an important member of the local community.
  
  

FOR FURTHER JOB-RELATED INFORMATION

We encourage you to contact Dr John Robson, Director Medical Services on or email

TO BE SUCCESSFUL TO THE ROLE

• Applicants must hold General AHPRA Registration
• Have a minimum of 4 years of clinical experience
• Be currently enrolled as a trainee in the RACMA specialist training program for the 2026 training year.
  
  

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants are requested to apply online via MedCareersWA.

Please note applicants must have a current, valid email address to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. Emailed applications will not be accepted.

Applicants must provide the following documentation for the panel to assess based on merit:

• Cover Letter (optional – maximum of two pages).
• A detailed curriculum vitae (up to 4 A4 pages) including the names and contact details of 2 x referees. Your CV must provide a summary of your experience in the context of the advertised vacancy.
• A Selection Criteria - Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria on page 4 of the Job Description Form attached.
  
  

Applicant documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process.

Applicants are advised that selection interviews may not be required.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact

Other Conditions

• This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
• Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of six (6) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
• Suitable candidates to this recruitment process may also be accessed/offered employment by other employers within the WA Health system (e.g. South Metropolitan Health Service, North Metropolitan Health Service, East Metropolitan Health Service, or Child and Adolescent Health Service).
• WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
• WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
• Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.
  
  

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Seniority level

• Seniority levelInternship

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionHealth Care Provider
• IndustriesHospitals and Health Care

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