2026 Neurology Unaccredited Registrar

Employment Type - Temporary Full Time

Hours per fortnight - 86

Job Category - Medical - Registrar

Req Id - 5708

2026 Neurology Unaccredited Registrar

• Lifestyle A stone throw from the Surf Coast, Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean Road
• Grow your skills at an organisation invested in your long-term development
• Temporary full-time opportunity (86 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.

The Neurosciences Department Barwon Health is one of the largest regional Neurology Centres in Australia. It is located at University Hospital Geelong and comprises of a dedicated ward, the Acute Neurosciences Unit (ANU), that receives acute stroke and neurology admissions and an extensive Ambulatory Neurology Department that provides: General Neurology and subspecialty clinics; a Neurophysiology service; an EEG 24 hr service for inpatients, outpatients and prolonged in home monitoring as well as a progressive neurology service that delivers a multidisciplinary care model, runs the National MND database (MindAus) and participates in MND research.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for 1 x unaccredited non-core year Registrar role working alongside a dedicated neurosciences team.

Our Neurologists provide strong leadership, guidance and expertise in the management of acute stroke and neurology which includes the delivery of thrombolysis and decision making around clot retrieval with support from our stroke co-ordinator. Our ambulatory service consultants support a broad experience in general neurology with more specific opportunities in managing Epilepsy, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke/TIA, Movement Disorders, Vestibular disorders and Cognitive Neurology through subspecialty clinics.

Neuroradiology meetings, opportunity for EEG and EMG/NCS training as well as brain school are scheduled. Each advanced trainee rotates through the three roles of: Stroke Registrar, Neurology Registrar and Ambulatory Registrar. The unaccredited registrar role rotates through the Stroke/Neurology and Ambulatory positions as required, assists in the acute service and consultative neurology service provided to UHG. On call and weekend call is shared between the entire neuro team including two BPTs who participate in the service with continuous consultant support.

Our team aims to consistently provide evidence base care, education and support to reduce the impact on people and their families with neurological conditions, working alongside experiences specialist nurses, researchers, allied health and clinical teams throughout the organisation.

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 - Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean 'Tongue of Land'.

• 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 you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you.

Please note we do not accept resumes via email.

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 person: Dr Caron Chapman and James Dahler

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Application closing date: 2nd October 2025

Position Description

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