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Location: Sunshine/Footscray
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Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Fixed Term (2027 clinical year)
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Salary: Classification HM25-30 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the role:
Western Health, a leading tertiary health service, proudly serves Melbourne's diverse, multicultural western suburbs through three dynamic Emergency Departments (EDs) at Footscray, Sunshine, and Williamstown Hospitals alongside Urgent Care centres at Bacchus Marsh and Melton.
Victoria's largest healthcare infrastructure project – the New Footscray Hospital opened in February 2026 creating unprecedented opportunities for Emergency Registrars to join our high-performing teams. The $1.5 billion New Footscray Hospital will deliver over 500 beds and a state-of-the-art Emergency Department projected to manage 55,000+ presentations annually, featuring expanded resuscitation bays, fast-track streaming, short-stay observation, and an 8-bed Mental Health & AOD Hub (mid-2026). Footscray ED currently sees over 40,000 adult patient presentations per year.
Sunshine Hospital received a $100m ED expansion in 2022 and is one of Australia's busiest ED’s with 110,000+ presentations/year (including 28,000 paediatric cases). It includes dedicated areas for acute ED presentations as well as fast track, short stay unit, resuscitation and mental health/AOD services and a dedicated paediatric ED. Emergency obstetrics and gynaecology are also predominantly seen at this campus.
Both departments offer exposure to a diverse and interesting case mix in a well-supported environment with access to all major surgical and medical specialties and are supported by active on the floor Consultant leadership, supervision and education for 16+ hours/day, seven days/week.
Our education program is well regarded. We offer regular weekly teaching to cater for the needs of junior medical staff working in the department. As well as weekly protected teaching time for Registrars, there is excellent support (and exam success) for both the ACEM Primary and Fellowship exam. There is also support for candidates wishing to pursue the ACEM Foundational Emergency Medicine Training Programs (FEMTP). An active research team provides support for those interested in research through the Joseph Epstein Centre for Emergency Medicine Research.
The ED Registrar role is most suited to those with at least 4 years postgraduate experience (PGY4+) including significant ED experience. A commitment to the ACEM training program is preferred but not mandated.
Whilst this position is predominantly focused on treating adult patients, Western Health has excellent access to rotations required to fulfil all the requirements of the ACEM Fellowship training program. From the ED registrar pool, we also fill positions in;
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Paediatric ED (Sunshine Hospital ED)
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Simulation (ACEM Special Skills accredited suitable for TS4)
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Medical Education (ACEM Special Skills accredited suitable for TS4)
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Major referral ED/Trauma (RMH)
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Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital (ACEM Special Skills Non-ED time accredited suitable for TS4)
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There is potential for a rural placement term – this is in development.
All these rotations are competitively allocated. Please indicate your interest in these external positions as part of your application letter. Other rotations may also be arranged by request including, but not limited to, general medicine and addiction medicine.
For those wanting to live in Melbourne and be part of a great team whilst experiencing exciting medicine and interesting pathology, come west of the Maribyrnong - we look forward to welcoming you to our fun and committed family.
Key responsibilities:
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See patients in the Emergency Department and undertake patient assessment and management plans in consultation with the Emergency Physician in Charge
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Ensure quality patient care via clinical assessment, admissions and development of management plans. Ensure quality patient care to support the Victorian Government's Statement of Priorities
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Perform clinical duties as directed by the Emergency Physician in accordance with Western Health policies and procedures and relevant legislation
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Participate in the development of discharge plans that reflects the needs of patients and their significant others and demonstrates understanding of the role of community providers. Assume responsibility for communication with community providers
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Provide supervision for the clinical activities of the junior medical staff on the unit, according to the level of experience of the individual
About you:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
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A medical qualification recognised in Victoria, Australia
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Current medical registration or eligibility for Provisional Registration with AHPRA
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Clinical competence as required for level of position
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At least 12 months of experience in ED at HMO level or above
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Ability to work as part of a team
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Commitment to professional development
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A demonstrated commitment to the training pathways of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine, or other college programs where ED experience is valued (strongly desirable)
Click here for the Position Description.
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. We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions.
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
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Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
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Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
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Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
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Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
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Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
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Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
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Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
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Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
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Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
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Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
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Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
If you’re passionate about providing clinical care of patients within the ED and Short Stay Unit, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.
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 25 September 2026.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact:
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.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
