2026 Unaccredited Surgical Registrar

Work in an environment that offers:

• Support for career progression and development
• An opportunity to work with a leading regional health service
• A strong attitude to teaching and learning

The Position

Job Reference: 2490

Position Title: 2026 Unaccredited Surgical Registrar
Classification: HM25 - HM30
Salary per hour (exc. super): As per award
Hours per fortnight: 86
Employment Status: Full Time / Fixed Term (February - August 2026) 1 Position Available

Closing date: 25/06/2025

The general surgical units are staffed by 5 accredited surgical trainees, 5 non-accredited registrars and dedicated junior doctors. The non-accredited registrars will primarily work as a support role to the assigned teams, participate in the evening and weekend roster, as well as providing night cover.

There will be considerable opportunities for operating theatre exposure either as primary operator or first assistant; there will be rostered elective operating theatre exposure.

There is a well-established registrar teaching program. Exposure to medical students and junior medical staff will provide opportunities to develop teaching skills.

There are opportunities to participate in surgical mentorship program for development in non-clinical core skill, such as teaching, research, preparation of GSSE.

Working with Bendigo Health

Bendigo Health are a leader in regional health care, combining outstanding services with a strong education, training and personal development culture.

Created by our community in the 1850s, we have a long, proud history of delivering excellent care to our community.

Our organisation is diverse, welcoming and committed to delivering our vision of Excellent Care. Every Person, Every Time.

Bendigo Health has around 5000 staff and a catchment area covering a quarter of the size of Victoria. The three main campuses of Bendigo Health are in Bendigo, with many services extended to regional settings including areas such as Mildura, Echuca, Swan Hill, Kyneton and Castlemaine.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits for our staff, including: 

• Staff health and wellbeing programs
• Career development and education opportunities
• Generous salary packaging opportunities, to increase your take-home pay each fortnight
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Use of staff gym and pool and access to other fitness facilities through fitness passport program

If successful for a position at Bendigo Health you must provide evidence of your full immunisation record as part of the on boarding process.

Your new division

The Chief Executive Office has overall responsibility for the delivery of the strategic plan and the operation of the entire organisation. The office includes the chief executive officer, the group secretary, strategy and governance and public affairs. The team work to support the entire organisation in their pursuit of Excellent Care. Every Person. Every Time.

Bendigo Region

Bendigo is one of Victoria’s largest regional cities making it a great city to live and work in. Bendigo provides services for the region’s population of over 320,000 and so the city offers excellent schools, shopping and cultural precincts, sporting facilities and various tertiary facilities. We can offer generous flexible working arrangements - giving you more time to enjoy the fantastic restaurants, beautiful parks, walking trails and wineries within our region.

Interested?

We’d love to hear from you!  Please ensure that you attach a cover letter and an up-to-date copy of your resume.  

Need more information?  Please contact jmorecruitment@bendigohealth.org.au for a confidential discussion.  

Diversity and Inclusion

Bendigo Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from a diverse cultural background, people with disabilities and or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

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