Medical Administration Registrar

Job description

Agency Department of Health Work unit Medical Services Katherine Hospital

Job title Medical Administration Registrar Designation Registrar REG1 – REG6

Job type Full time Duration Fixed from 02/02/2026 for 12 months

Salary $122,264 - $153,195 Location Katherine

Position number RTF Closing 12/11/2025

Contact officer Dr David Rankin on or or

About the agency

Apply online

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR

TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates

people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment

process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the

merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures

plans, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective

To provide high-quality, safe, effective, and efficient services in hospital and primary health care settings under the direct

supervision of the Director of Medical Services (DMS).

Context statement

This position is based in the Big Rivers Region, Northern Territory. The position will provide medical administration training

and experience across the Big Rivers Region.

Key duties and responsibilities

Working closely with and reporting to the DMS you will be responsible for supporting the provision of high-quality health

care services by providing leadership for a portfolio of responsibilities that may include medical workforce recruitment,

retention, industrial relations, medicolegal matters as appropriate, and supporting the process of performance review and

development of staff under supervision. In addition, you will work closely with the Safety and Quality manager to monitor

and promote quality, safety, and performance standards. The role provides excellent opportunities to lead RMO rostering,

pastoral care, engagement and accreditation of training positions.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Australian citizen or permanent residency in Australia with general registration as a medical practitioner with AHPRA.

2. Acceptance into (or eligibility for) the RACMA Fellowship Training Program

3. Demonstrated commitment to medical leadership with an ability to evaluate clinical problems and develop appropriate

management plans.

4. Demonstrate an aptitude and commitment to acquiring skills in medical administration, management and leadership.

5. Have effective communication and interpersonal skills appropriate for a trainee, an ability to effectively facilitate

relationships with other staff, patients and their families, and hospital management and to have a high standard of

professional behaviour.

1. Demonstrate an ability to effectively organise and manage time and resources and demonstrate punctuality and reliability,

including demonstrate appropriate self-care, ability to cope with stress, and willingness to consider feedback.

1. Have a commitment to ongoing education and understanding of audit/research processes.

Desirable

1. Demonstrable commitment to rural and remote medicine

1. Experience in rural medicine (NT experience highly regarded), and/or in Indigenous health.

Further information

Positions may be subject to pre-employment checks such as immunisation requirements, working with children clearance

notice and criminal history checks. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant

criminal history. For immunisation requirements - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) or Category B

(indirect contact with blood or body substances), check with contact person for requirements.

Approved: October 2025Dr David Rankin, Director Medical Services, BRR

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Job description

Agency Department of Health Work unit Medical Services Katherine Hospital

Job title Medical Administration Registrar Designation Rural Generalist Trainee RGT1 – RGT4

Job type Full time Duration Fixed from 02/02/2026 for 12 months

Salary $122,264 - $159,322 Location Katherine

Position number RTF Closing 12/11/2025

Contact officer Dr David Rankin on or or

About the agency

Apply online

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR

TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates

people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment

process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the

merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures

plans, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective

To provide high-quality, safe, effective, and efficient services in hospital and primary health care settings under the direct

supervision of the Director of Medical Services (DMS).

Context statement

This position is based in the Big Rivers Region, Northern Territory. The position will provide medical administration training

and experience across the Big Rivers Region.

Key duties and responsibilities

Working closely with and reporting to the DMS you will be responsible for supporting the provision of high-quality health

care services by providing leadership for a portfolio of responsibilities that may include medical workforce recruitment,

retention, industrial relations, medicolegal matters as appropriate, and supporting the process of performance review and

development of staff under supervision. In addition, you will work closely with the Safety and Quality manager to monitor

and promote quality, safety, and performance standards. The role provides excellent opportunities to lead RMO rostering,

pastoral care, engagement and accreditation of training positions.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Australian citizen or permanent residency in Australia with general registration as a medical practitioner with AHPRA.

2. Registered RACGP or ACCRM Trainee with three years post-qualification experience in acute medicine, and acceptance

into (or eligibility for) the RACMA Fellowship Training Program.

3. Demonstrated commitment to medical leadership with an ability to evaluate clinical problems and develop appropriate

management plans.

4. Demonstrate an aptitude and commitment to acquiring skills in medical administration, management and leadership.

5. Have effective communication and interpersonal skills appropriate for a trainee, an ability to effectively facilitate

relationships with other staff, patients and their families, and hospital management and to have a high standard of

professional behaviour.

1. Demonstrate an ability to effectively organise and manage time and resources and demonstrate punctuality and reliability,

including demonstrate appropriate self-care, ability to cope with stress, and willingness to consider feedback.

1. Have a commitment to ongoing education and understanding of audit/research processes.

Desirable

1. Demonstrable commitment to rural and remote medicine.

2. Experience in rural medicine (NT experience highly regarded), and/or in Indigenous health.

Further information

Positions may be subject to pre-employment checks such as immunisation requirements, working with children clearance

notice and criminal history checks. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant

criminal history. For immunisation requirements - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) or Category B

(indirect contact with blood or body substances), check with contact person for requirements.

Approved: October 2025Dr David Rankin, Director Medical Services, BRR

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Job description

Agency Department of Health Work unit Medical Services Katherine Hospital

Job title Medical Administration Registrar Designation Senior Rural Generalist Trainee SRGT1 – SRGT2

Job type Full time Duration Fixed from 02/02/2026 for 12 months

Salary $166,617 - $182,143 Location Katherine

Position number RTF Closing 12/11/2025

Contact officer Dr David Rankin on or or

About the agency

Apply online

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR

TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates

people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment

process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the

merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures

plans, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective

To provide high-quality, safe, effective, and efficient services in hospital and primary health care settings under the direct

supervision of the Director of Medical Services (DMS).

Context statement

This position is based in the Big Rivers Region, Northern Territory. The position will provide medical administration training

and experience across the Big Rivers Region.

Key duties and responsibilities

Working closely with and reporting to the DMS you will be responsible for supporting the provision of high-quality health

care services by providing leadership for a portfolio of responsibilities that may include medical workforce recruitment,

retention, industrial relations, medicolegal matters as appropriate, and supporting the process of performance review and

development of staff under supervision. In addition, you will work closely with the Safety and Quality manager to monitor

and promote quality, safety, and performance standards. The role provides excellent opportunities to lead RMO rostering,

pastoral care, engagement and accreditation of training positions.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Australian citizen or permanent residency in Australia with general registration as a medical practitioner with AHPRA.

2. Registered RACGP or ACCRM Trainee who is nearing Fellowship with acceptance into (or eligibility for) the RACMA

Fellowship Training Program.

3. Demonstrated commitment to medical leadership with an ability to evaluate clinical problems and develop appropriate

management plans.

4. Demonstrate an aptitude and commitment to acquiring skills in medical administration, management and leadership.

5. Have effective communication and interpersonal skills appropriate for a trainee, an ability to effectively facilitate

relationships with other staff, patients and their families, and hospital management and to have a high standard of

professional behaviour.

1. Demonstrate an ability to effectively organise and manage time and resources and demonstrate punctuality and reliability,

including demonstrate appropriate self-care, ability to cope with stress, and willingness to consider feedback.

1. Have a commitment to ongoing education and understanding of audit/research processes.

Desirable

1. Demonstrable commitment to rural and remote medicine.

2. Experience in rural medicine (NT experience highly regarded), and/or in Indigenous health.

Further information

Positions may be subject to pre-employment checks such as immunisation requirements, working with children clearance

notice and criminal history checks. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant

criminal history. For immunisation requirements - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) or Category B

(indirect contact with blood or body substances), check with contact person for requirements.

Approved: October 2025Dr David Rankin, Director Medical Services, BRR

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Job description

Agency Department of Health Work unit Medical Services Katherine Hospital

Job title Medical Administration Registrar Designation Senior Registrar SREG1 – SREG2

Job type Full time Duration Fixed from 02/02/2026 for 12 months

Salary $166,617 - $182,143 Location Katherine

Position number RTF Closing 12/11/2025

Contact officer Dr David Rankin on or or

About the agency

Apply online

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR

TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates

people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment

process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the

merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures

plans, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective

To provide high-quality, safe, effective, and efficient services in hospital and primary health care settings under the direct

supervision of the Director of Medical Services (DMS).

Context statement

This position is based in the Big Rivers Region, Northern Territory. The position will provide medical administration training

and experience across the Big Rivers Region.

Key duties and responsibilities

Working closely with and reporting to the DMS you will be responsible for supporting the provision of high-quality health

care services by providing leadership for a portfolio of responsibilities that may include medical workforce recruitment,

retention, industrial relations, medicolegal matters as appropriate, and supporting the process of performance review and

development of staff under supervision. In addition, you will work closely with the Safety and Quality manager to monitor

and promote quality, safety, and performance standards. The role provides excellent opportunities to lead RMO rostering,

pastoral care, engagement and accreditation of training positions.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Australian citizen or permanent residency in Australia with general registration as a medical practitioner with AHPRA.

2. Acceptance into (or eligibility for) the RACMA Fellowship Training Program and greater than 6 years post graduate

experience.

3. Demonstrated commitment to medical leadership with an ability to evaluate clinical problems and develop appropriate

management plans.

4. Demonstrate an aptitude and commitment to acquiring skills in medical administration, management and leadership.

5. Have effective communication and interpersonal skills appropriate for a trainee, an ability to effectively facilitate

relationships with other staff, patients and their families, and hospital management and to have a high standard of

professional behaviour.

1. Demonstrate an ability to effectively organise and manage time and resources and demonstrate punctuality and reliability,

including demonstrate appropriate self-care, ability to cope with stress, and willingness to consider feedback.

1. Have a commitment to ongoing education and understanding of audit/research processes.

Desirable

1. Demonstrable commitment to rural and remote medicine.

2. Experience in rural medicine (NT experience highly regarded), and/or in Indigenous health.

Further information

Positions may be subject to pre-employment checks such as immunisation requirements, working with children clearance

notice and criminal history checks. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant

criminal history. For immunisation requirements - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) or Category B

(indirect contact with blood or body substances), check with contact person for requirements.