Job Description
Employment Type - Temporary Full Time
Job Category - Medical - Registrar
Req Id - 5128
2026 Barwon Health Cardiothoracic Surgery Unaccredited Registrar
Extend your career with one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia
Ongoing training and professional development in a supported work environment
Lifestyle! A stone throw from the Surf Coast, Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean Road
About Barwon Health
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 +000 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.
About the facility
Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong’s CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.
About the Department of Cardiothoracics
The Cardiothoracic Unit provides Cardiac and Thoracic surgery to the population of South Western Victoria.
The Unit has four registrar positions to assist four Consultant surgeons in delivering Cardiothoracic surgical care.
Surgery is conducted daily with opportunity to learn and assist with Coronary bypass surgery, Heart Valve surgery, Lung resections, Robotic Lung Surgery, Minimal access valve surgery and more.
The Unit has strong relations with Cardiology, Intensive Care, Respiratory Medicine and Oncology and also work as required with Emergency department presentations. There are frequent clinical meetings and activity in patient consultation and evaluation.
Teaching and supporting the career development of aspiring surgeons is a key platform of our work.
Technological advances include minimal access surgery, Robotic Thoracic surgery and endoscopic vein harvesting.
About the Role - Cardiothoracic Surgery Unaccredited Registrar
Our work ethic is inclusive and valuing of all team members, with a focus on uncompromising patient care.
The size of the Unit is conducive to a real sense of team inclusiveness and all share in the satisfaction of being part of group that delivers meaningful outcomes for our patients.
If you have the qualifications and aptitude along with excellent interpersonal skills and the commitment to improving patient care, this may be the role for you!
The successful applicants will also assist in general reporting and participate in the roster for after-hours, on-call and recall by the unit.
About the culture
You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled professional, friendly and dedicated workforce who take pride in providing high-quality servive. You will have support and guidance from fellow team members and management who exhibit our Barwon Health values of respect, compassion, commitment, accountability and innovation. We are all dedicated to supporting the organisation in achieving our vision of - By 2050 everyone in our community enjoys the best health and wellbeing in Victoria.
Barwon Health staff benefits
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development
Access to employee wellness program
Salary packaging
Social club
Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
About the Geelong Region, AUSTRALIA
Sitting within one of Victoria’s six regional health centres, Barwon Health serves the community of Greater Geelong and beyond. Victoria’s second largest city after Melbourne! Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean ‘Tongue of Land’.
Enjoy a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes at affordable prices.
High standard of schooling options throughout the area
A stone throw from the Surf Coast and Great Ocean Road
Appreciate beautiful parks, rivers, walks and wineries
To find out more about the Geelong region, visit our Moving to the Region page on the Barwon Health website.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or ****** orientation.
At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.
We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.
We are strongly 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: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au)
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 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 2026 influenza vaccination.
Contact: Cardiothoracic Department
Contact Email: [email protected]
Application closing date: 21st July 2026
Position Description
Are you currently a Barwon Health employee? If so, please log into the People Plus internal careers site via your applications using your network login. Here you will find the full list of jobs available to you. You can then apply though the internal portal.
Job Category - Medical - Registrar
Req Id - 5128
2026 Barwon Health Cardiothoracic Surgery Unaccredited Registrar
Extend your career with one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia
Ongoing training and professional development in a supported work environment
Lifestyle! A stone throw from the Surf Coast, Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean Road
About Barwon Health
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 +000 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.
About the facility
Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong’s CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.
About the Department of Cardiothoracics
The Cardiothoracic Unit provides Cardiac and Thoracic surgery to the population of South Western Victoria.
The Unit has four registrar positions to assist four Consultant surgeons in delivering Cardiothoracic surgical care.
Surgery is conducted daily with opportunity to learn and assist with Coronary bypass surgery, Heart Valve surgery, Lung resections, Robotic Lung Surgery, Minimal access valve surgery and more.
The Unit has strong relations with Cardiology, Intensive Care, Respiratory Medicine and Oncology and also work as required with Emergency department presentations. There are frequent clinical meetings and activity in patient consultation and evaluation.
Teaching and supporting the career development of aspiring surgeons is a key platform of our work.
Technological advances include minimal access surgery, Robotic Thoracic surgery and endoscopic vein harvesting.
About the Role - Cardiothoracic Surgery Unaccredited Registrar
Our work ethic is inclusive and valuing of all team members, with a focus on uncompromising patient care.
The size of the Unit is conducive to a real sense of team inclusiveness and all share in the satisfaction of being part of group that delivers meaningful outcomes for our patients.
If you have the qualifications and aptitude along with excellent interpersonal skills and the commitment to improving patient care, this may be the role for you!
The successful applicants will also assist in general reporting and participate in the roster for after-hours, on-call and recall by the unit.
About the culture
You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled professional, friendly and dedicated workforce who take pride in providing high-quality servive. You will have support and guidance from fellow team members and management who exhibit our Barwon Health values of respect, compassion, commitment, accountability and innovation. We are all dedicated to supporting the organisation in achieving our vision of - By 2050 everyone in our community enjoys the best health and wellbeing in Victoria.
Barwon Health staff benefits
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development
Access to employee wellness program
Salary packaging
Social club
Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
About the Geelong Region, AUSTRALIA
Sitting within one of Victoria’s six regional health centres, Barwon Health serves the community of Greater Geelong and beyond. Victoria’s second largest city after Melbourne! Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean ‘Tongue of Land’.
Enjoy a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes at affordable prices.
High standard of schooling options throughout the area
A stone throw from the Surf Coast and Great Ocean Road
Appreciate beautiful parks, rivers, walks and wineries
To find out more about the Geelong region, visit our Moving to the Region page on the Barwon Health website.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or ****** orientation.
At Barwon Health we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background.
We at Barwon Health strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.
We are strongly 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: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au)
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 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 2026 influenza vaccination.
Contact: Cardiothoracic Department
Contact Email: [email protected]
Application closing date: 21st July 2026
Position Description
Are you currently a Barwon Health employee? If so, please log into the People Plus internal careers site via your applications using your network login. Here you will find the full list of jobs available to you. You can then apply though the internal portal.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The 2026 Cardiothoracic Unaccredited Registrar position is now open for candidates interested in the Helper Jobs sector. This role in Geelong offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Helper Jobs is a plus.
