Anaesthetics Registrar Basic Trainee Year 1 2026
Employment Type - Temporary Full Time
Req Id - 4542
2026 Barwon Health Anaesthetics 1st Year Trainee
- Extend your career with one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia
- Ongoing training and professional development in a supported work environment
- Lifestyle! A stone throw from the Surf Coast, Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean Road
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 – Department of Anaesthesia
The Department of Anaesthesia, Perioperative and Pain Medicine, currently employs approximately 70 Anaesthetic Consultants and 24 Anaesthetic Registrars. We support 17 operating theatres as well as a number of ‘off the floor’ locations.
A wide range of Clinical Anaesthetic Services are provided including: Regional Anaesthesia and Ultrasound, Obstetric and Paediatric Services, Cardiac Anaesthesia (including Transoesophageal Echocardiography) and a benchmark perioperative service (including CPET). The department has a strong commitment to excellence in clinical, education and research activities and a strong focus on preparing senior trainees for consultant practice.
About the Role – Anaesthetic 1st Year Trainee
Applications are invited for First Year Anaesthesia Trainees to join our friendly and supportive department on the Geelong (Eastern) Victorian Anaesthesia Training Scheme (VATS).
We have 4 positions available for our 2026 intake.
Applicants must be ANZCA accredited or eligible.
PLEASE NOTE THE SUBMISSION OF THESE APPLICATIONS IS THROUGH ONE CENTRAL PORTAL:
https://www.formdesk.com/vats/ibapplication
Please do not apply directly to the hospital website.
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!
The successful applicants will also assist in general reporting and participate in the roster for after-hours, on-call and recall by the unit.
You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional, friendly and dedicated workforce who take pride in providing high-quality service. You will have support and guidance from fellow team members and management who exhibit our Barwon Health values, respect, compassion, commitment, accountability and innovation. We are all dedicated to supporting the organisation in achieving our vision of - By 2050 everyone in our community enjoys the best health and wellbeing in Victoria.
- 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 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
Contact person: Medical Recruitment Team
Email: medicalrecruitment@barwonhealth.org.au
Application closing date: 4 July 2025