Employment Type - Temporary Full Time
Job Category - Medical - Registrar
Req Id - 4711
2026 General Surgery Unaccredited Registrar
- Location: University Hospital Geelong, with rural attachments in Hamilton and Warrnambool with Trauma Experience at Alfred Hospital
- Duration: Full time (86 hours per fortnight), 6-Month Contract commencing 3/08/2026
- Our 2026 Unaccredited Registrar program is specifically designed to build your CV, develop your clinical skills, accelerate your exam success, and position you for SET selection—all within a supportive, structured, and career-focused environment. Gain maximum exposure to career goals to become a General Surgeon.
About Barwon Health and University Hospital Geelong
Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.
University Hospital Geelong is a major tertiary referral hospital and a leader in surgical education, affiliated with Deakin University.
Our surgical team is enthusiastic, approachable, and fully committed to your success. We maintain a strong culture of mentorship, respect, and collegiality across all levels. We have a strong focus on the unaccredited training program with dedicated Consultant and Fellow supervision.
Why Train With Us?
1. A Proven Launchpad into Accredited Training
We have a strong track record of registrars successfully securing accredited General Surgery Education and Training (GSET) positions. You’ll be guided at every step— CV preparation, research opportunities, exam preparation, portfolio development, mock interviews, and referee support.
2. Dedicated General Surgery rotations.
Unlike many other Unaccredited General Surgery Registrar positions, our General Surgery registrars will undertake a full year of General Surgery with requirement to undertake relief, cover or other sub-specialty training terms.
3. Exposure to sub-speciality General Surgery rotations
University Hospital Geelong has dedicated Colorectal, Upper GI, Hepatobiliary, Endocrine and Breast Surgeons which allows registrars exposure to sub-speciality General Surgery rotations.
4. Exceptional Fellowship-Aligned Teaching and Exam Preparation
You’ll benefit from a structured teaching program mapped directly to the General
Surgery Fellowship curriculum, including:
- Weekly tutorials, case discussions, and surgical skills workshops
- GSSE-specific tutorials, study groups, and exam coaching
- Mock interviews and portfolio review sessions led by experienced surgical educators
5. Research, Audit, and Academic Mentorship
Build a competitive CV with access to:
- Research and audit projects with a well published academic team supported by research assistants and databases
- Mentorship in academic writing and presentations
- Support to present at local and national surgical conferences
- Opportunity to achieve a higher academic degree with the Masters of Surgical Research at Deakin University which has been designed to assist aspiring surgeons in their pathway to a career in surgery
6. Access to a dedicated Rural-Based Training Hub
Training is conducted primarily in the South West Regional Training Hub where GSET training occurs under the jurisdiction of RACS and GSA with a very high pass rate of the part 2 fellowship at the first attempt and exceptional fellowship exam preparation.
As part of this program, you’ll benefit from:
- Structured rotations through high-volume surgical centres (Geelong, Hamilton, Warrnambool, Colac)
- Rural operative experience, earning critical rural points for SET eligibility
- A strong focus on clinical excellence, teaching, and regional leadership
Career Development Tailored to You
Your training year will be purposefully designed to ensure you meet all SET pre- requisites, including:
- High-quality supervised operating exposure for your level of training
- Involvement in trauma, acute surgery, elective general surgery, and endoscopy
- Leadership and team-management opportunities
Your Opportunity
The General Surgery Unit comprises 24 Consultants and a full time Director. The unit engages in a comprehensive Outpatient service with over 10000 patients a year with a face to face, virtual and telehealth model. The hospital has 14 main operating suites and 2 endoscopy theatres with an all day dedicated Acute theatre covering a wide spectrum of routine and advanced General Surgery. Your generic responsibilities:
- Undertake regular assessment and performance review, actively participate in unit and facility based educational programs and meet mandatory training requirements.
- Role model professionalism with respect to confidentiality, patient dignity, effective communication at primary patient care level and with staff, and the completion/maintenance of accurate and comprehensive medical records.
- Actively participate in teaching and supervision of Junior Medical Staff, Medical Students and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Undertake skills-based training to support this role.
- Contribute to a positive organizational culture, role model appropriate behavior in accordance with the Code of Conduct for the Victorian Public Service and provide Senior representation on hospital committees.
- May be required to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays, and/or be on-call including contribution to the General Surgery After Hours and Weekends Roster. There is minimal cover roles in this position
About the culture
You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health’s commitment to professional development.
Barwon Health staff benefits
- Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career
- Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
About Geelong - Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean ‘Tongue of Land’.
- Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes
- Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers
- Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
- Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes
To learn more about the region, click here.
Diversity and Inclusion
We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards.
We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.
If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Medical Workforce Unit directly via email at
[email protected] noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.
Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.
This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination
Contact Person: Hayley Stokes
Application closing date: 12th June 2026
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