ACT Health
Obstetrics and Gynaecology Senior Registrar
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Obstetrics and Gynaecology Senior Registrar
Obstetrics and Gynaecology Senior Registrar
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Employment Type: Temporary Full time Classification: Senior Registrar Salary: $173,760 (pa) Location: Canberra Hospital, Garran North Canberra Hospital, Bruce Section: Women, Youth and Children Closing Date: 22 July 2026
Please note: Applications with affiliation to a recruitment agency will not be considered.
What can we offer you?
✔ City living without the traffic – Click here to see why you should live in Canberra.
✔ Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
✔ Salary packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
✔ 12.5% superannuation.
✔ Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates.
✔ Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).
🔗 To explore further benefits of working with Canberra Health Services (CHS), visit: Benefits of working with us - Canberra Health Services
About the Role:
Applications are invited for the role of Senior Registrar, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, commencing from February 2027, for a 12-month period, with the possibility of extension. Applicants must be PGY 7+ to be eligible.
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is committed to delivering high-quality, effective, person-centred care, covering acute, sub-acute, primary, and community-based services for the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding regions. For more information, visit the CHS website.
Medical staff at CHS enjoy excellent conditions, including the provisions of the ACTPS Medical Practitioners Enterprise Agreement 2023–2026 (read more).
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
The Obstetrics and Gynaecology (O&G) division at North Canberra Hospital provides advanced exposure in both Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Urogynaecology. The hospital handles over 1,900 births per year, making it a major player in the region.
At Centenary Hospital for Women and Children, you will attend to a Level 6 tertiary referral centre, with approximately 3,700 births annually and a busy Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This department supports patients from southern NSW and has over 200 Level 3 NICU admissions per year.
The Senior Registrar’s role includes:
- Supervising junior trainees and assisting staff.
- Handling rosters, education, and clinical governance components.
You may also be offered a one- to two-year position, depending on trainee requirements. This post is ideal for 5th and 6th year RANZCOG trainees. CHS is committed to aiding candidates in completing RANZCOG Advanced Training successfully.
For 5th-year trainees, the position is structured to support completion of RANZCOG Advanced Training Modules (ATMs) across 12 months, balancing obstetrics and gynaecology.
For 6th-year registrars, the position can be customised to meet your training and career interests, including:
- Advanced Gynaecological Surgery (including exposure to Gynaecological Oncology).
- Reproductive Endocrinology exposure.
- Generalist Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
- Unaccredited Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) Senior Registrar role.
- Opportunities to complete a Diploma in Diagnostic Ultrasound (DDU).
- Research and education-based roles.
The program focuses on preparing you for future consultant positions and offers:
- Senior-led clinics and theatre lists.
- Oversight of acute Obstetrics and Gynaecology services in a consultant-level capacity.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
The Department supports work-life balance and family planning, including consideration of part-time applicants or Maternity Leave requests.
Research and audit opportunities are available at The Canberra Hospital, with collaboration possible through partnerships with:
- Australian National University.
- John Curtin School of Medical Research.
- National Centre for Epidemiology and Population Health.
Applicants progressing into RANZCOG Advanced Training modules are warmly encouraged to apply.
The role may cover rotations between The Canberra Hospital and North Canberra Hospital, with potential assignments such as:
- 12 months at The Canberra Hospital.
- 12 months at North Canberra Hospital (Bruce).
- 6 months at The Canberra Hospital / 6 months at North Canberra Hospital (Bruce).
Before commencement, candidates must:
- Complete a National Police Check.
- Comply with the Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment and Occupational Screening and Vaccination Policy.
🔗 For more details, read the full Position Description.
How to Apply or Find More Information:
Applications must be submitted via e-recruitment and include: 📄 A current résumé. 📝 Two-page response to selection criteria (under “what you require”), detailing:
- Your skills, knowledge, and experience.
- Why you are the ideal candidate for this role. 🕵️ Two referee reports (one from a current supervisor). Use the referee report template if needed.
For enquiries, contact: Dr Steven Adair Unit Director, Obstetrics & Gynaecology 📧 steven.adair@act.gov.au
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills