2026 Rehabilitation Medicine Accredited Registrar
Employment Type - Temporary Full Time
Job Category - Medical - Registrar
Req Id - 4757
2026 Rehabilitation Medicine Registrar
- · 3 positions available for Accredited Rehabilitation Medicine Registrar
- Well regarded and renowned teaching and support of registrars
- Exposure to the full breadth of Rehabilitation Medicine in inpatient and outpatient settings
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 Rehabilitation department at Barwon Health is a dynamic and comprehensive service, delivering sub-specialty programs within inpatient, outpatient and home based settings. This includes neurorehabilitation, orthopaedic rehabilitation, acquired brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputee and reconditioning rehabilitation. Registrars also have the opportunity to be involved in outpatient clinics with excellent consultant support and teaching, including ABI, Spinal, Neurorehab, Cardiac Rehab, Amputee and Spasticity clinics.
The department has established a reputation for providing outstanding support to Registrars at any stage of training with formalised teaching, exam preparation and day to day clinical support.
About the role
Applications are invited for our Rehabilitation Registrar positions. Our friendly and supportive department currently employs 10 Rehabilitation Physicians. There are 3 x 6 month Registrar positions available:
· Neurorehabilitation - stroke and other neurorehab, ABI, spinal cord injury
· Musculoskeletal/General – orthorehab, amputee and reconditioning rehabilitation
· Rehab@Home & clinics
Applicants seeking either 6 or 12 month positions will be considered.
If you have the qualifications and aptitude along with excellent interpersonal skills and the commitment to improving patient care, this may be the role for you!
Participation in the roster for after-hours, on-call and recall as required by your unit.
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.
- 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.
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 person: A/Prof Daniela Micheletto
Email: danielam@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone 0437 663 727
Application closing date: 8th June 2025
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