Job Description

About the role

Applications are sought for a Paediatric Registrar position at South West Healthcare, with an immediate commencement and conclusion in February 2026.

This is a fantastic, broad-exposure general paediatric role that offers excellent learning and development opportunities. It is suitable for:

• Advanced Paediatric Trainees
• GP Registrars seeking paediatric experience
• Unaccredited Registrars looking for a rural training term

You will be well supported by a team of four full-time Paediatricians and gain exposure to a wide range of paediatric care, including:

• Caring for children in a 10-bed general paediatric ward and 6-bed special care nursery
• Access to a weekly outpatient clinic with direct supervision from the on-call Paediatrician team
• Experience in developmental, behavioural, and diabetes clinics within a supportive multi-disciplinary team environment
• Collaboration with our dedicated Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) team, providing valuable support and exposure to integrated care

This position provides an excellent opportunity to broaden your paediatric skills in a rural setting, with strong supervision and a diverse caseload.

For enquiries regarding the South West Healthcare role, please contact Senior Medical Services Coordinator - Paula Conlan pconlan@swh.net.au 

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

South West Healthcare is a fully integrated health service with 282 beds across acute, aged care, and mental health services. Our Warrnambool Campus (212 beds) delivers a wide range of care, including acute, rehabilitation, and mental health services, supported by extensive outpatient and community programs.

Our wards and services include:

• General medicine and surgery
• Obstetrics and gynaecology
• A six-bed critical care unit
• Dialysis and emergency services
• Inpatient psychiatry
• GEM (Geriatric Evaluation and Management) and rehabilitation
• Three fully equipped operating theatres plus a dedicated endoscopy suite

Recognised as one of the most modern and technologically advanced health services in regional Australia, South West Healthcare provides world-class treatment, care, and support to a catchment population of more than 110,000 people across 10,323 square kilometres.

Located just three hours from Melbourne, Warrnambool offers excellent education facilities from preschool through to university, along with rich opportunities to participate in the creative arts, sports, and recreation.

Each year, South West Healthcare manages approximately 24,000 admissions and 26,500 emergency department attendances, making us one of the busiest and most comprehensive regional health services in Victoria.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 14 September 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Doctors in Training Victorian Public Health Sector AMA Victoria ASMOF Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement 2022-2026.  Commensurate with experience

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check (if applicable)
• Current Immunisation status

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