Work Location: The RMH Parkville (City campus) & The RMH Royal Park

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia's leading public healthcare providers.

Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Job Description:

Intensive Care Medicine Registrar - General

This is a 12-month Full-Time Fixed Term position commencing 1st February 2027.

ICU Registrar General - Position Description

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The Royal Melbourne is one of Victoria's largest hospitals providing a comprehensive range of health services including acute, sub-acute, general, and specialist medical services throughout inpatient and community-based facilities. We are also a proud part of the world-renowned Melbourne Biomedical Precinct, working in collaboration to advance research for continuous improvement of clinical care.

Unit Description:

The RMH Intensive Care Unit is a recognized leader in tertiary and quaternary critical care. As one of Australia's largest and most active ICUs, our state-of-the-art 42-bed facility admits over 3,000 patients annually. As a tier 2 ECMO centre and ICU for our precinct partners (Royal Women's Hospital and the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre) we manage a diverse caseload includes major trauma, cardiac and neurosurgery, stroke, oncology, complex obstetrics, and infectious diseases. Beyond the unit, our staff lead the Medical Emergency Response team, attending more than 3,000 MET and Code Blue calls each year.

Accredited by the College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM) for 24 months of core training, we offer specialized exposure to cardiothoracic, neurological, and trauma intensive care.

We pride ourselves on a highly successful training program that includes five hours of protected, paid teaching time per week. Our consultant-led curriculum supports professional development at all stages, including dedicated CICM exam preparation. Our consultant group include both Primary and Second Part CICM Examiners. Trainees also have access to RMH delivered courses such as BASIC, MCEC, REACT, EMICC, and the Critical Care Echocardiography Course.

The unit is organized into four pods (A, B, C, and D), each staffed by a dedicated medical team comprising a consultant, registrar, and resident. Senior Registrars are rostered 24/7 to supervise and support general registrars. On-site Consultant cover is provided until 22:00 on weekdays and 19:00 on weekends, with on-call support available at all times.

About the role:

This role is that of a General Registrar within the Intensive Care Department, located at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, or on rotation to other Health Services (Northeast Health Wangaratta, Mercy Health, Albury Wodonga Health).

Key Responsibilities:

• Provision of high-quality care to ICU patients under the supervision of the ICU consultant, including clinical assessment, formulation of management plans, and the performance of ICU procedures under appropriate supervision.
• Supervision and mentoring of other doctors-in-training
• Participation in the medical emergency, cardiac arrest and trauma teams.
• Assessment and management of patients referred by the Emergency Department and other specialty unit within the hospital
• Facilitate safe transport of critically ill patients.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in both electronic and/or paper-based systems
• Effective teamwork within the ICU multidisciplinary team and the wider hospital

This position is designed to provide you with the high-acuity exposure and hands-on experience needed to master the complexities of intensive care. The role supports progressive skill development, enabling the registrar to meet the training requirements of CICM.

The position will commence 1st February 2027 on a Full-Time basis.

About You:

• Current General Registration with The Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• Appropriate tertiary Health Qualifications - MBBS or equivalent
• Completion of 3 years training as a Hospital Medical Officer (HMO)
• Completed a minimum of 6 months prior intensive care experience
• C ommitted to formal training in intensive Care Medicine or wish to undertake research/clinical experience in Intensive care Medicine
• Ability to work in a team
• Well-developed communication and presentation skills.
• Prior experience as a registrar, registration with CICM and completion of the CICM Primary exam are desirable but not essential

Benefits:

• A Values based organisation offering great prospects for career diversity and professional advancement, including training and research opportunities, and access to mentorship and leadership programs.
• Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Programs including On-site staff gym, Staff Medical Service, Employee Assistance Program, Peer Support Program - run by our dedicated employees.
• Salary packaging options, discounted onsite car parking, close to public transport.

Find out more about The Royal Melbourne Hospital

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For further information please email Dr Barry Johnston at

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards .

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

• Parkville location, with multiple public transport options available
• $94,478- $106,906 (pro-rata for part time) + super + salary packaging

The Royal Women's Hospital is Australia's first and largest specialist hospital dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of newborns and women of all ages. To join the Women's is to be instrumental in forging progress towards health equity for women from ground-breaking research through to the bedside delivery of multi-disciplinary clinical care. Creating exceptional experiences is at the heart of everything we do for our patients, their families, and our people across our specialised services within maternity, neonatal and women's health.

About the Pharmacy Department

Our department provides a comprehensive pharmacy service to all patients of the hospital. A high degree of specialised service is provided in clinical areas, medicines information, antimicrobial stewardship, quality use of medicine, research and clinical trials. We are a passionate, supportive and driven team who works cohesively together to focus on quality patient centred care.We seek a keen and enthusiatic pharmacist to support the medication safety project. The successful applicant will participate in a wide range of pharmacy services in all areas of the department.

About the role

As a clinical pharmacist at the Women's you will provide comprehensive support for the provision of pharmacy services within your remit.

A regular day will see you:

• Perform medication reconciliation processes, resolve medication related issues, provide medicine information and counsel patients
• Ensure appropriate medicine usage through implementation of hospital policy, and through liaison with medical and nursing staff
• Support training and mentoring program, including supervision of intern pharmacists and pharmacy students

About you

You will be someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, who enjoys working as part of a team committed to excellence in patient care.

To be successful in this role you'll bring with you:

• A Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent plus current and full AHPRA registration without restrictions as a Pharmacist
• General Pharmacy knowledge and experience relevant to the position
• Well-developed time management and organisational skills
• A positive attitude and professional manner in keeping with our philosophy of a strong customer/patient focus

At the Women's you will enjoy a culture that is collaborative, supportive and passionate about learning. We have a strong sense of purpose, and engage in meaningful work every day. We offer our people a range of rewarding benefits, including:

• Up to $11,660 in salary packaging benefits, for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation
• A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, includingdiscounted financial, lifestyle and health options, and a comprehensive wellbeing program
• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of journey facilities for cyclists
• Onsite breastfeeding rooms
• Mentoring, learning and career development opportunities

Inclusion and belonging

The Women's celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, physically, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, and people of any age to apply for our roles. We are committed to gender equity principles, and our people have an awareness of and sensitive approach to violence against women and family violence matters. We are proudly Breastfeeding Association accredited.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Huda Ismail on or .

Emergency Physician/ O+G Specialist - Women's Emergency Care (WEC) Job Description Job Title: Emergency Physician/ O+G Specialist - Women's Emergency Care (WEC) Req ID: 2319 Posting Start Date: 15/09/2026 Posting End Date: 29/09/2026

Emergency Physician/ O+G Specialist - Women's Emergency Care (WEC)

• Consultant Position Available
• Part Time Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) - 9.5 hours per week
• Fixed term position between 02/11/2026 - 31/01/2027
• Parkville location with multiple public transport options
  

The Royal Women's Hospital is one of Australia's oldest and most distinguished tertiary hospitals dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women and newborns, offering specialised services within maternity, newborn and women's health. We have strong affiliations to the University of Melbourne, with research and education integral to our role. Our goal is to be the best place to work, learn and contribute, and to provide exceptional experiences for our patients and consumers.

About the role

We are seeking to appoint an Emergency Physician or O+G Specialist to our Women's Emergency Care (WEC) team which is the Emergency Department for the Royal Women's Hospital.

The Women's is Australia's leading independent specialist hospital for women, serving an annual cohort of 80,000 patients and delivering over 7,000 babies. We are the tertiary referral centre for high-risk obstetric and gynaecological patients in Melbourne, across Victoria, and Australia-wide.

Successful candidates will play a key role in providing high-quality, patient-centred care, managing both obstetric and gynaecological emergencies. This role offers an opportunity to develop advanced skills in this specialised area of practice, working in a supportive and collaborative environment with access to regular clinical meetings, training and professional development.

About you Experience/Qualifications/Competencies

• Eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Fellowship of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (FACEM) or the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRANZCOG)
• Senior Registrars near time complete and pending Fellowship are welcome to apply
• Demonstrated experience in managing obstetric and gynaecological emergencies
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to patient care.

Salary and Benefits

The Classification and Salary scale will be dependent on experience, in accordance with the AMA Victoria - Victorian Public Health Sector - Medical Specialists Enterprise Agreement .

At the Women's you will enjoy a culture that is collaborative, supportive and passionate about learning. We have a strong sense of purpose, and engage in meaningful work every day. We offer our people a range of rewarding benefits, including:

• Salary packaging benefits for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation
• A suite of wellness initiatives, including discounted financial, lifestyle and health options, and a comprehensive wellbeing program
• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of journey facilities for cyclists
• Onsite childcare centre and breastfeeding rooms
• Mentoring, learning and career development opportunities

Inclusion and Belonging

The Women's celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment that reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from individuals identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, physically, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, and people of any age. We are committed to gender equity principles and have a sensitive approach to family violence matters. The Women's is proudly accredited by the Breastfeeding Association.

Join us!

If you are passionate about providing high-quality emergency care and this role aligns with your skills and interests, we warmly invite you to apply. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, a Working with Children Check and proof of COVID-19 vaccinations, with additional vaccinations (including influenza) as required by the Department of Health.

For assistance or reasonable adjustments during application or interview process, please reach out to the contact person listed.

For more information on the position, please review the Position Description .

For any enquiries, please contact Wei Lum orthe Medical Workforce Unit,

Applications Close: 29th September 2026

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The Royal Women's Hospital in Parkville seeks an Emergency Physician or O+G Specialist to join the Women's Emergency Care (WEC) team. This is a part-time Visiting Medical Officer role, 9.5 hours per week, fixed term from 02/11/2026 to 31/01/2027, based at Parkville with excellent transport access.

Successful candidates will manage obstetric and gynecological emergencies, engage in teaching and professional development, and provide high-quality, patient-centred care within a supportive