2026 Oral Maxillofacial Surgery Registrar Unaccredited Registrar

Overview

Employment Type - Temporary Part Time

Job Category - Medical - Registrar

Req Id - 5838

2026 Barwon Health Oral Maxillofacial Surgery Unaccredited Registrar

Responsibilities

• Stepping stone for OMFS training selection
• Ambitious OMS unit with patient focused care
• Centre of excellence providing all OMFS services (deformity, trauma, oncology including microvascular reconstruction), TMJ surgery and all pathology
• Temporary part time opportunity (68.8 hours per fortnight) until 31/01/2027

About Barwon Health

Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.

About The Facility

Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong's CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.

We are a growing, young and expanding strong unit, with 5-6 contemporary trained consultants who all have sub-specialty skills for undertaking additional fellowship training after gaining their FRACS(OMS). Our numbers in the annual regional audit reflect the quality of work we do in becoming one of the leading centers in Victoria, matching and equaling other larger metropolitan tertiary centres volume of work. We have become a sought after rotation amongst trainees in Victoria, due to level of supervision, the case mix and the positive focus we have towards patient care and training.

About The Role

• Patient Care: Participating in outpatient clinics, managing ward patients, and assisting and operating in operating theatres and performing oral surgery in community centre.
• Surgical Assistance: Providing support in surgical procedures and performing dentoalveolar surgery under local anaesthesia.
• On-Call Duties: Fulfilling 1:4 on-call rosters for the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery unit.
• Teamwork: Collaborating with accredited registrar and other members of the surgical team, including singly qualified OMFS trainees at medical school (affiliates). Collaborating with administration and clinical staff including all divisions of dental practitioners in the Oral Health Services department.
• Professional Development: Working under consultant supervision to further develop their clinical skills and decision-making capabilities.

Role in the Training Pathway

• Experience for Training: The unaccredited registrar role provides crucial clinical experience and training that is often a prerequisite for selection into formal, accredited OMS training programs, that is run every year via RACDS, with selection interviews, if suitable, in July.
• Referee Reports: Supervisors provide referee report, which are vital and crucial for the registrar's application to accredited training posts.

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

About The Culture

You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health's commitment to professional development.

Barwon Health Staff Benefits

• Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career
• Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

About Geelong

• Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes
• Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers
• Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
• Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes

To learn more about the region, click here.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way. We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards. We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Medical Workforce Unit directly via email at medicalrecruitment@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance. This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.

Contact

Dr Amish Patel

Email: amish.patel@barwonhealth.org.au

Application closing date

3rd October 2025

Position Description

Are you currently a Barwon Health employee? If so, please follow the links below on how to apply. Instructions for Internal Candidates only

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