AFRM Trainee Registrar

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Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport & HCF Private Health

Maxxia rewards

Career growth

Competitive remuneration

Employee Assistance Program

Supportive leadership

Culture: friendly team

Job summary

Royal Rehab Private Petersham in inner Sydney seeks a passionate AFRM Trainee Registrar/CMO to join our 34-bed rehabilitation ward. You will share patient management with two Registrars and four Rehabilitation Physicians, contributing to high-quality rehabilitation care.

The role runs February 2027 to January 2028, offering teaching, a Research Module option, and a supportive leadership team within a vibrant, diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree and current registration with AHPRA.
• Postgraduate clinical experience to include at least 2 years.
• Clinical experience in management of orthopaedic, neurological and medical conditions.
• Ability to independently utilise skills, judgment and expertise to provide high standard patient care.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult with patients and families, interdisciplinary team, internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Case mix: Stroke, neurological, orthopaedic, geriatric, cardiac and cancer rehabilitation.
• On call is alternate Friday nights; some overtime on Saturdays for late admissions.
• VMOs look after all ‘On Call’ requirements otherwise.
• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team in all hospital activities.
• Communicate with the patient and their families about their rehabilitation goals.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Medical Degree

AHPRA registration

Postgraduate clinical experience (2 years)

Job description

• Temporary full-time position (1 FTE, February 2027 – January 2028)
• Salary Packaging: Package up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income and boost your take-home pay
• Meals & Accommodation: Package up to $2,650 for dining and holidays expenses
• Health Insurance: Exclusive HCF discounts
• Located in Inner West, Sydney

About Us..

At Royal Rehab Private Petersham we’re redefining health and wellbeing.

As part of the Royal Rehab Group, a leading charity with over 125 years of innovation in rehabilitation and community support services, we are committed to empowering individuals to achieve their health goals through evidence-based care and lifestyle medicine.

We are a 34-bed private rehabilitation hospital providing the highest level of patient care through dedicated staff experienced in all major rehabilitation specialties. Multidisciplinary care is delivered to patients according to individualised patient goals and needs. Our sole focus is helping our patients achieve a better quality of life through rehabilitation, and we are constantly looking at new ways to help improve patient outcomes.

We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture that values your expertise.

About The Role..

An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate AFRM Trainee Registrar/CMO to join our team. The AFRM Trainee Registrar duties involve the shared management of patients on the 34-bed rehabilitation ward well supported by two Registrars and four Rehabilitation Physicians.

The position is available from 1st February 2027 to 31st January 2028.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Case mix: Stroke, neurological, orthopaedic, geriatric, cardiac and cancer rehabilitation.
• On call is alternate Friday nights and there are some occasions where overtime is required on a Saturday to accommodate late admissions on Fridays.
• VMOs look after all ‘On Call’ requirements otherwise.
• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team in all hospital activities.
• Communicate with the patient and their families about their rehabilitation and ongoing goals.

About You..

We are seeking a self-motivated and friendly individual with:

Essential Criteria

• Medical Degree, and current registration with AHPRA.
• Postgraduate clinical experience to include at least 2 years.
• Demonstrated relevant clinical practice at a high standard relevant to the years of experience.
• Clinical experience in the management of orthopaedic, neurological and medical conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to independently utilise skills, judgment and expertise to provide a high standard of patient care to all persons admitted to the unit.
• Demonstrated ability to fulfil the full scope of clinical privileges advertised in the position.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult with patients and their families, interdisciplinary team, internal and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to competent provision of patient-centric care and excellent customer service within a thriving team environment.
• Willingness to participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of quality activities to improve service delivery and patient care.
• Computer literate and ability to work in an expanding computerised environment.

Trainees have a good opportunity to undertake a Research Module during this term and there is an excellent Teaching Program.

Your Royal Rewards...

• Salary Packaging: Lower your taxable income and increase your take-home pay!
• Benefits: Fitness Passport & HCF Private Health Insurance discounts
• Maxxia Rewards: Enjoy a huge range of discounts through our salary packaging partner
• Career growth: Genuine career opportunities
• Salary: Competitive remuneration
• Employee Assistance Program: Access to professional counselling and coaching for you and your immediate family
• Leadership: Supportive and experienced leadership team
• Culture: Friendly and close-knit team environment

We know diversity makes Royal Rehab Private Petersham a great place to work, and we are committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the people we serve. We encourage applications from all members of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you require any adjustments to participate equitably in the recruitment process, or to support you in the workplace should you be successful, please let us know. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment where all individuals can thrive.

Application Close Date:

Monday 2nd November 2026

The successful applicant will be required to provide and undergo pre-employment checks including but not limited to a current criminal record check, working with children check, employment history, statements of service and referee checks.

We do not provide sponsorship.