Intensive Care Unit Registrar 2027

Employment Type -  Temporary Full Time

Job Category - Medical - Registrar

Req Id - 8197 

• Join Victoria’s largest regional ICU and take the next step in your critical care career.  
• Gain exposure to high-acuity, complex case mix whilst working in a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing team 
• Access structured education, research, and advanced clinical opportunities
• Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of Geelong and the Surf Coast region

About the role

University Hospital Geelong ICU is a C24 CICM-accredited, 24-bed Level 3 adult ICU providing comprehensive medical, surgical and cardiothoracic care to the Greater Geelong and South West Victoria region. With over 1,600 admissions annually, we are recognised for delivering complex, high-quality patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment.

As an ICU Registrar, you will join a diverse and dynamic trainee cohort including CICM, FANZCA, FACEM, FRACP and surgical trainees. You will gain broad exposure to critical care medicine while being supported by experienced senior clinicians.

We are committed to delivering a high-quality, structured training program:

• Protected weekly teaching led by Consultants
• Comprehensive education covering:
  • Core ICU topics
  • CICM Part 1 & 2 exam preparation
  • Multidisciplinary simulation training at the Deakin University ReVISE Simulation Centre
• Regular academic activities:
  • Weekly Morbidity & Mortality meetings
  • Monthly Safety & Quality and Journal Club sessions
  • Monthly echocardiography teaching (TTE & TOE)

Our ICU has a well-established research program, with active participation in national and international trials, and strong support for CICM trainees completing formal research projects.

Specialised Clinical Exposure

• AP6-accredited unit with over 100 paediatric cases annually and strong links with a state C24 PICU
• Tier 2 ECMO service in collaboration with the Victorian ECMO Service:
• • Exposure to VA and VV ECMO and ECPR
  • Training in ECMO initiation, management, and weaning
  • Participation in ECMO simulation and education programs

Key Responsibilities 

• Deliver safe, effective care to critically ill adult and paediatric patients in ICU and across wards, ED, and theatre
• Assess, initiate treatment, and provide resuscitation appropriate to experience level
• Perform clinical procedures safely in line with protocols and supervision requirements
• Conduct ward rounds each shift and maintain thorough, up-to-date knowledge of all patients
• Escalate clinical concerns promptly and liaise early with intensivists (including paediatric, ECMO, and unstable cases)
• Communicate clearly and timely with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams, including during clinical changes and handovers
• Respond to MET/Code Blue calls, provide advanced life support, and support outreach services and acutely unwell patients hospital-wide
• Supervise junior staff, maintain accurate medical records, participate in education/quality activities, and uphold professional and ethical standards

What we’re looking for 

• MBBS (or equivalent), including AMC certification if internationally trained; AHPRA registration or eligibility
• Minimum 3 years postgraduate experience, including at least 6 months in acute care
• Current or prospective trainee in FCICM, FANZCA, or FACEM
• Certifications: ACLS, APLS, and ICU BASIC course completion is desirable
• Willingness for after-hours/on-call duties, with strong professionalism, integrity, and reliability

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Extensive professional development opportunities
• Attractive salary packaging benefits
  • • Living expenses capped at $9,010
    • Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here

Diversity and inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child safety

We are strongly 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

Additional information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au

All appointments are subject to:

• Satisfactory Police Record Check
• Immunisation Status Clearance
• Working with Children Check (if applicable)

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

Contact Person: Dr Martina Ni Chonghaile, Intensive Care Specialist

Email: martina.nichonghaile@barwonhealth.org.au

Application closing date: 31st, May 2026