Role Summary:
- Location: Sunshine Hospital/Joan Kirner Women’s & Children’s hospital
- Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed Term (2027 clinical year)
- Salary: HM25 to HM30 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the role:
We are seeking enthusiastic obstetrics and gynaecology senior registrars to join the Western Health O&G team in 2027. It is our vision to provide both excellence in clinical care and vocational training.
Western Health provides women’s health services across the network including our tertiary level service at Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s (JKWC) at Sunshine Hospital and a lower acuity service at Bacchus Marsh Hospital.
JKWC is a purpose-built women’s and children’s facility that opened with state-of-the-art facilities in 2019. The service cares for over 7000 mothers annually and we have a comprehensive tertiary team comprising Maternal Fetal Medicine, obstetric medicine, obstetric anaesthesia and a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Gynaecology services include general gynaecology as well as gynae-oncology, urogynaecology and minimally invasive surgery.
Bacchus Marsh Hospital joined the Western Health network in 2021. The lower risk maternity service is expected to grow to approximately 1000 births annually, whilst the gynaecology service supports a large number of theatre sessions and extensive ambulatory services. The site is well set-up to provide excellent gynaecology skills development for senior registrars.
Our senior registrars enjoy a broad range of experiences, with exposure to a mix of obstetrics and gynaecology training. The absence of subspecialty gynaecology fellows at our hospital ensures that our senior registrars benefit from maximum exposure to subspecialty clinics and primary operator experience. Our team-based structure supports our senior registrars to take on leadership roles within their teams and within the unit.
Senior registrar positions (RANZCOG accredited) for 2027 are structured to provide opportunities to maintain and develop skills relevant to the intended future scope of specialist practice post-FRANZCOG. Training objectives include:
- Develop and demonstrate skills relevant to audit, clinical research trials, leadership and administration relevant to a busy Level 6 maternity service
- Maintain and develop complex obstetric management skills, including birthing unit management, complex operative obstetrics and supervision/teaching of junior trainees and HMOs
- Achieve skills in management of the patient journey including pre-operative assessment, intra-operative management with primary operator experience and post-operative care and follow up in gynaecology
- Advanced trainees in their final year of training are encouraged to engage in Transition to Fellowship opportunities
Each position has a combination of:
- Service commitment to maternity services including antenatal clinic, acute birthing and inpatient obstetric care (including rostered after-hours)
- Rotation through one or more of the specialist units, each of which will have a program modelled on the Advanced Training Modules (ATM) and future areas of practice:
- Gynae-oncology, Maternal Fetal Medicine, advanced obstetrics, advanced laparoscopy, pelvic floor disorders, colposcopy and general gynaecology (with access to training in minimally invasive surgery, open surgery or pelvic floor surgery)
- Participation in quality assurance, audit and teaching programs
- Participation in education, mentorship and teaching of junior staff
- The SR appointments may include a 3-month rotation to Bacchus Marsh hospital. This term offers excellent gynaecology operating experience and has continuity through on-call commitment at JKWC.
The Chief Registrar will be selected from those who indicate on the application form interest in this position.
The role of the Chief Registrar (in addition to his/her clinical duties) is to provide leadership to the Junior Medical Staff and assist in:
- Medical student teaching and mentoring
- The dissemination of information to JMS and SMS
- Recruitment of HMO and registrar applicants for the following year
- JMS Rostering
- Pastoral care/wellbeing for JMS
- JMS representation on monthly management meetings and senior staff meetings and within the organisation
- Advocacy and representation on behalf of O&G JMS
Ideally suited to a trainee in their final year, the Chief registrar role allows scope for independent operating and consolidation of consultant level skills, with scope to tailor their clinical roster to support training in identified areas of interest. The Chief Registrar has additional allocated administration time and does not do a night duty rotation.
About you:
- Current medical registration with no current AHPRA conditions on practice
- Completion of at least four years of RANZCOG-accredited training or equivalent (essential)
- Completion of RANZCOG fellowship examinations – written and oral (desirable)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as an effective member of the multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to professional development
- Commitment to education and support of junior medical staff in O&G
Shortlisted applicants will be notified shortly following the closing date and interviews are scheduled to take place only on Wednesday 15th July 2026. The Victorian RANZCOG Training and Assessment Committee has a centralised matching process for Senior Registrar positions, and Western Health will be following this process. RANZCOG will provide information on how to register for the match, which is also accessible to interstate candidates.
Important note to applicants:
- Please attach your CV, Cover Letter and Application Form to your application.
- Please indicate if you are applying for an accredited or non-accredited position, and please indicate your rotation preferences on the Application Form. When submitting your Application Form, please upload the document via the 'JMS Application Form' option.
- Please ensure that the Referee Assessment Form is downloaded and forwarded to three (3) referees for completion.
- It is preferable that at least one (1) referee must be from an Australian training hospital and the referee has been involved as a direct supervisor/line manager within the last 24 months.
- The completed form is to be returned to Western Health via email attachment to Medical Workforce ([email protected]) prior to the nominated closing date.
- In Victoria, the RANZCOG Training and Assessment Committee has a centralised process for Senior Registrar recruitment. You will receive further notification of this process on application and will be asked to register.
Please ensure that your nominated preferences with Western Health and your ranking of positions with the RANZCOG Victorian TAC are consistent.
The roles available for matching are listed here:
Chief Registrar (12-month position)
The Chief Registrar is selected from the accredited senior registrars. The Chief Registrar maintains a clinical workload and training, but also has additional responsibilities in JMS leadership, as outlined above. There are no night shift rotations, and there is opportunity to tailor your roster to your training needs.
O&G Senior Registrar Gynae-Oncology Interest (12-month position: 6-months of gynae-onc plus 6-months of general O&G)
The Gynae Oncology Senior Registrar undertakes gynae-oncology operating and clinics, colposcopy and some O&G on call provision (labour ward and emergency).
O&G Senior Registrar: MFM Interest (12-month position: 6-months of MFM plus 6-months of general O&G)
The MFM Senior Registrar works within the MFM unit, including ultrasound lists, fetal and maternal medicine clinics, and O&G on call provision (labour ward and emergency).
General O&G Laparoscopy Interest (12-month position: 6-months of advanced laparoscopy plus 6-months of general O&G)
This is a mixed obstetrics and gynaecology role with attachment to an AGES accredited laparoscopic surgeon, and exposure to TLH, laparoscopic myomectomy, endometriosis, and combined colorectal and urology lists, with gynaecology clinic continuity.
General O&G (12-months in general O&G, which may include a 6-month subspeciality interest role listed above)
The remaining senior registrar roles are mixed general obstetrics and gynaecology roles. Each of these roles include operative experience, including TLH, open surgery, or pelvic floor surgery, and may include rotation in one of the interest areas listed above.
Advanced obstetrics (12-month position)
This role is designed around the Advanced Obstetrics ATM, including labour ward, Caesarean Section lists, ultrasound and high-risk antenatal clinics.
Available rotations:
The Senior registrar appointments may include Safety and Quality rotations (at least 50% clinical role, including gynaecology), or rotation to the Bacchus Marsh campus, which offers excellent gynae operating experience, and obstetrics on call. At Joan Kirner, your position may include sessions of colposcopy, early pregnancy or growth ultrasound lists, specialist antenatal clinics, or other areas of interest. Please indicate any areas of interest in your application.
All Senior Registrars participate in night shift rotations, labour ward shifts and some weekends. All Senior Registrars participate in quality activities including case reviews for M&M, audit and attendance at S&Q meetings. All senior registrars are expected to participate in teaching and mentorship of junior trainees and resident medical officers.
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About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
- Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
- Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
- Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
- Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
- Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
- Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
- Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
- Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
If you’re passionate about developing skills across the full spectrum of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, we’d love to hear from you.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 29 June 2026.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact:
Name: Dr Carmel McInerney
Email: [email protected]
Alternate Contact: Dr Melissa Saunders
Email: [email protected]
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
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