Registrar - Service - Orthopaedic Surgery

Location

Bunbury and/or Busselton Health Campus.

This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term Full Time appointments for 12-months commencing in February 2026, with the possibility of extension(s).

We currently have two positions available.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/03/2026.

Position Profile

The two positions are suitable for enthusiastic applicants interested in improving their Orthopaedic skills under direct supervision and for those interested in applying for a position in the Orthopaedic Training Program. The successful applicants will gain a minimum of 12 months quality Orthopaedic experience working alongside two Orthopaedic Trainees and six Orthopaedic Consultant Surgeons. The Registrar roster incorporates a 1:6 oncall component.

Suitable applicants must hold full and unconditional General Registration with APHRA and be able to demonstrate at least one previous year of Orthopaedic Registrar or RMO experience in Australia or a comparable country.

The successful candidates will be responsible for the clinical care of patients under the supervision of senior medical staff including:

• Attending to patients in order of medical urgency.
• Taking history and performing full medical examinations of new admissions and arranging appropriate investigations and assisting with medical procedures as required.
• Managing medical conditions according to acceptable clinical standards under supervision of consultants.
• Collaborating with other Medical, Nursing staff and multidisciplinary team members to facilitate patient management and communication with family, outside medical practitioners, and/or community services concerning patient management.

Further Job-Related Information

We encourage you to contact our WACHS-SW Medical Recruitment team wachs-swmedicalrecruitment@health.wa.gov.au.

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 Margaret River Region is an area of magnificent beauty on the South West Coast of Western Australia. Stretching from Busselton along the shores of Geographe Bay down to Augusta, the most south-westerly point of Australia. The area features beaches, outdoor activities, and renowned cuisine and wines, with a strong sense of community and good access to services.

South West residents have a high sense of community and rate their region as a safe place to live and raise children, with excellent access to services such as health and education contributing to their positive lifestyle and wellbeing.

Benefits of Working in Bunbury/Busselton

• Close and regular contact and support from quality Consultant Specialists who are very supportive
• Broader scope of practice across all specialties with opportunities to perform procedures not readily available in metro settings
• Mentors who are passionate and inspiring
• Close-knit team with strong supportive relationships and local community involvement
• Great work/life balance with limited commute and access to scenic sites in WA
• Attractive and competitive remuneration benefits

More Information

WA Country Health Service – Working at Bunbury Regional Hospital

Employee Benefits

In addition to the salary, benefits may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice
• 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

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Application Instructions

Applicants are requested to apply online via MedCareersWA Ref 492655. Please note applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. Emailed applications will not be accepted. Applicants must provide the following documents as part of their application in order to be considered for appointment:

• A detailed curriculum vitae (up to 4 A4 pages) including the names and contact details of 2 referees. Your CV must provide a summary of your experience in the context of the advertised vacancy.
• A cover letter addressing the eligibility criteria (no more than 1 page).

Essential

• Hold full and unconditional General Registration with AHPRA

Desirable

• Minimum 1-year Orthopaedic RMO or Service Registrar experience
• GSSE examination (Generic Surgical Sciences Examination)

Applicant documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Allow sufficient time to complete the online process. Multiple applications will not be considered in their entirety. The last document uploaded will be the only document accepted and considered by the panel. Selection interviews may not be required. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact MedCareersWA@health.wa.gov.au.

Other Conditions

This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. WA Health policies require criminal records screening and integrity checks as part of the appointment process. Referees may be asked to comment on integrity and ethical behaviour. A satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA) is required. Offers are conditional on PEHA. WA Health is committed to eliminating discrimination and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

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