SENIOR REGISTRAR ANAESTHETIC – PERTH METROPOLITAN AREA

Best Suited For: Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, New Zealand Citizens and Subclass 485/491/191 visa holders seeking Senior Registrar opportunities in anesthetics role within Western Australia's public health system.

About This Opportunity

East Metropolitan Health Service is seeking Senior Registrars in Anesthetics to join the Royal Perth Bentley Mount Lawley Group as part of the 2027, 2028 and 2029 intake.

Senior Registrars will provide high-quality, patient-centred anaesthetic care to both elective and emergency patients across Royal Perth Hospital, Bentley Health Service and Mount Lawley Hospital. The role provides an opportunity to further develop specialist clinical skills while working under the supervision of Consultant medical staff. The successful applicants will also contribute to the education and supervision of Resident Medical Officers and other non-ANZCA trainees, while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve WA Health and East Metropolitan Health Service performance and safety standards.

This is an open-ended recruitment pool. Suitable applicants may be placed in a pool from which appointments can be made when similar vacancies arise. Appointments may be made from the pool until 31 December 2030.

Job Summary

• Job Title: Senior Registrar - Anaesthetic
• Classification: Medical Practitioner Year 1-2 (Senior Registrar)
• Employer Name: East Metropolitan Health Service
• Work Type: Fixed Term / Full Time, Fixed / Part Time
• Desirable Education Level: Must poses advanced Trainee by completed at least 4 years of formal anesthesia training and has less than 18 months of further training before eligible for registration as a specialist, or Registered with AHPRA - Medical Board of Australia.
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Employment Location: Perth Metropolitan Area
• Salary: MP Year 1-2 $188,817 - $198,142 per annum + pro rata
• Application Closing Date: 8 March 2027

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality anaesthetic care to elective and emergency patients.
• Deliver patient-centred care to inpatients and outpatients within the speciality.
• Work under the supervision and direction of Consultant medical staff.
• Assess and manage patients in accordance with relevant clinical standards and protocols.
• Provide training, supervision and education to Resident Medical Officers and other non-ANZCA trainees.
• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Contribute to National, State and East Metropolitan Health Service performance standards.
• Support compliance with the National Safety and Quality Health Care Standards.
• Participate in clinical education, professional development and relevant departmental activities.

Essential Requirements

• Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and appointment requirements for a Senior Registrar position in Anaesthetics.
• Applicants must provide a detailed curriculum vitae of no more than 4 A4 pages.
• The CV must include a summary of experience relevant to the advertised vacancy.
• Applicants must address the Essential and Desirable Selection Criteria listed in the Job Description Form.
• Applicants must provide the names and contact details of two referees, preferably including a current supervisor or manager.
• A cover letter stating fellowship preferences must be provided.
• Applicants who have applied through the SIMG pathway and have Report 1 should upload the report and supporting letter.
• Applicants must have a current and valid email address for online application and recruitment communications.
• Applicants must undergo criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process.
• A Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check is required for this position.

Salary & Employment Benefits

• Senior Registrar Salary: Year 1-2 $188,817 - $198,142 per annum + pro rata, inclusive of base salary, 12% superannuation and professional development allowance.
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance in accordance with the WA Health AMA Industrial Agreement.
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Flexible leave arrangements.
• Employer superannuation contribution.
• Opportunities to develop advanced clinical and professional skills within a major metropolitan health service.

Important Applicant Information

• Applications must be submitted online via MedCareersWA.
• Emailed applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide a current, valid email address when applying.
• A detailed CV/resume is mandatory. Applications submitted without a CV/resume will be invalid.
• The CV must not exceed 4 A4 pages.
• Applicants must address the Essential and Desirable Selection Criteria contained in the Job Description Form.
• A cover letter outlining fellowship preferences is required.
• Multiple applications will not be considered in their entirety. Where multiple documents are uploaded, only the last document uploaded will be accepted and considered by the panel.
• Suitable applicants may be offered similar vacancies within the wider WA Health system.
• The recruitment pool may be used to make appointments until 31 December 2030.
• Late applications submitted after the closing time will not be accepted.
• Email applications will not be considered.

Eligible Applicants Included

This opportunity is intended for eligible medical practitioners seeking Senior Registrar-level Anaesthetic positions within WA Health.

• Medical practitioners eligible for appointment as Senior Registrars in Anaesthetics.
• Applicants pursuing relevant anaesthetic training and fellowship pathways.
• Applicants applying for the 2027, 2028 or 2029 Senior Registrar intake.
• Applicants who meet the relevant WA Health medical practitioner appointment requirements.
• Suitable applicants may potentially be considered for similar vacancies across WA Health, including East Metropolitan Health Service, South Metropolitan Health Service, North Metropolitan Health Service, WA Country Health Service and Child and Adolescent Health Service.

About East Metropolitan Health Service

East Metropolitan Health Service (EMHS) provides public healthcare services across Perth's eastern metropolitan area. The Royal Perth Bentley Mount Lawley Group includes Royal Perth Hospital, Bentley Health Service and Mount Lawley Hospital.

Royal Perth Hospital is a major tertiary adult hospital located in Perth's inner city. It provides tertiary-level emergency medicine, mental health, complex and elective surgical care and specialist medical services. The hospital is also a major teaching facility supporting medical research, innovation and clinical excellence.

Bentley Health Service is a 200-bed public hospital providing low-acuity surgical, aged care, rehabilitation and mental health services.

Mount Lawley Hospital is a newer addition to the East Metropolitan Health Service, with services continuing to be developed.

Applicant Safety & Screening Reminder

• WA Health positions of trust and responsibility are subject to criminal records screening and integrity checking.
• Referees may be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and previous demonstration of ethical behaviour.
• This position requires a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check.
• Applicants must comply with applicable WA Health employment and professional requirements.
• WA Health is committed to a smoke-free environment across buildings, grounds and vehicles.
• WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of delivering quality health services.
• Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply in accordance with WA Health's Aboriginal Workforce Policy and applicable Equal Opportunity provisions.
• Applicants should never pay recruitment fees, placement fees or money to secure employment.

Original Source

Employer: East Metropolitan Health Service - Senior Registrar - Anaesthetic