Surgery Registrar jobs in Victoria

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2027 Thoracic Surgery Registrar - Unaccredited
Req ID: 8328
Posting Start Date: 07/09/2026
Work Location: The RMH Parkville (City campus)

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:
Thoracic Surgery Registrar - Unaccredited

This is a Full-Time Fixed Term position for 12 months commencing 01 February 2027.

Thoracic Surgery Registrar – Unaccredited – Position Description

Reference Template for download

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 Thoracic Surgical Service performs over 600 cases per year with 5 dedicated operating sessions, 3 clinics & 2 MDMs weekly.

The Service employs 4 specialist Thoracic Surgeons and is supported by a Fellow, SET Trainee and a non-accredited Thoracic Surgery Registrar, resident staff and a Lung Liaison Nurse.

Whilst the Service is part of the RMH Cardiothoracic Unit, the Thoracic Service operates independently with no requirement for the Registrar to participate in Cardiac Surgery. A 1-in-3 Thoracic call roster is shared between the Fellow and Registrars.

About the role:
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our Thoracic Surgery Unit at the Royal Melbourne Hospital to learn and participate in thoracic surgery patient care, training, research and mentoring as per the requirements of the specific role.

The position will include:
Assist in the care of Thoracic Surgery Patients
Train in Thoracic Surgery
Inpatient referrals, operating sessions, RMH Multi-Disciplinary meeting and RMH Outpatient clinics.

About You:
Current General Registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA)
MBBS or equivalent tertiary qualifications
Ability to work in a team
Well-developed communication and presentation skills.
At least 3 months rotation as Cardiothoracic Resident

Application Instructions:
Upload to your application.

Cover Letter
To be addressed to A/Prof Phillip Antippa
Current Curriculum Vitae
Using the template provided, either upload two references to your application or have them emailed directly to ditrecruitment@mh.org.au

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.

Interested?

Find out more about The Royal Melbourne Hospital

For more information, please contact Associate Professor Phillip Antippa at phillip.antippa@mh.org.au +61 3 9342 8545

Don't delay. Apply Now! Recruitment is ongoing, with interviews commencing as soon as suitable candidates are received.

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.

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