Job description
Agency Department of Health Work unit Alice Springs Hospital, Medical Division
Job title Advanced Trainee Senior Registrar - Endocrinology Designation Senior Registrar SREG1 – SREG2
Job type Full Time Duration Fixed from 01/02/2027 for 6 to 12 months
Salary $166,617 - $182,143 Location Alice Springs
Position number 39898 RTF 355533 Closing 19/10/2026
Contact Officer Medical Recruitment on 08 8951 7989 or [email protected]
About the agency http://www.health.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=355533
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability
by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact
officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary Objective
Provide a high quality of medical care to inpatients and outpatients of Alice Springs Hospital, including patients from remote regions. Deliver care
within a supervised Endocrinology service while developing clinical skills in endocrinology and diabetes management. Contribute to patient outcomes
through effective management, multidisciplinary care, and participation in teaching and outreach.
Context Statement
Alice Springs Hospital is accredited for 12 months of core Endocrinology Advanced Training, providing trainees with the opportunity to undertake
accredited training in endocrinology and diabetes within a regional setting.
The position is available for 6 or 12 months of Endocrinology Advanced Training, with the potential for a further 6 months in a General and Acute
Care Medicine Advanced Trainee position. The trainee works within an established endocrinology service, with exposure to outpatient clinics, inpatient
consultations, complex endocrine conditions and multidisciplinary care, supported by regular teaching and supervision from endocrinologists and
general physicians.
The role also provides valuable experience in culturally appropriate care, particularly in the management of Aboriginal patients from remote
communities.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
1. Attend and participate in supervised endocrinology outpatient clinics, including general endocrine, diabetes, and multidisciplinary clinics as
required.
2. Manage inpatient referrals and provide consultation advice, including liaison with primary care and regional services. Participate in multidisciplinary
care and case discussions, including with diabetes nurse educators.
3. Accurately record clinical assessments, interpret investigations, develop management plans and prepare timely and effective clinical
correspondence.
4. Communicate effectively with medical, nursing, and multidisciplinary teams regarding patient management, including documenting discussions
with supervising consultants.
5. Participate in outreach services to remote communities where applicable.
6. Participate in postgraduate education, including Grand Rounds, journal clubs, endocrinology and diabetes meetings, teaching, and case
presentations.
7. Participate in the General and Acute Care Medicine weekend and public holiday roster.
8. Contribute to quality improvement activities, audits, and research relevant to endocrinology and diabetes.
9. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken in order to ensure
high quality, safe services and workplaces.
10. Foster a positive workplace culture through exemplary leadership practices and role modelling behaviour.
Selection Criteria
Essential
1. Eligible for General registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
2. Successful completion of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) written and clinical examinations and within two full-time years of
completing the relevant specialist training program.
3. Sound clinical knowledge in the assessment and management of patients, including complex medical presentations and endocrine or metabolic
conditions.
4. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment.
5. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
6. An interest in and a commitment to improving Aboriginal health.
7. Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development, teaching, research and quality improvement, with a commitment to advanced
training in endocrinology and diabetes.
8. Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively within relevant Equal Employment Opportunity and Work Health and
Safety principles.
Further Information
Positions may be subject to pre-employment checks, including immunisation, Working With Children Clearance and criminal history. A criminal history
will not exclude an applicant unless it is relevant to the position. Immunisation requirements apply (Category A or B).
