Registrars are extremely important and valuable members of the medical and health care team. They have increasing responsibility for providing medical care to patients, supporting junior staff, and developing their careers. At times they will be the most senior doctor on duty.

Registrars in Australia are registered doctors who have:

• completed thir medical degree

• completed their internship

• gained general registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA)

At this point in their career, many doctors will consider specialisation. Find a list of Australian medical specialties here.

Following their internship, many junior doctors complete a residency year, or work as a Resident Medical Officer (RMO), Hospital Medical Officer (HMO) or Trainee Medical Officer (TMO). During this time, they gain more experience and exposure to different medical fields, clinical work, conditions and procedures.