Closes: 02 August 2026 Classification: Registrar 1-4
Salary: $125,473 - $155,223 plus superannuation
Position No: 26460-02QKR
Directorate: Canberra Health Services
Advertised (Gazettal date): 03 July 2026
Contact Officer: Shannon Dougan on Shannon.Dougan@act.gov.au
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 for eligible candidates
- Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).
To find out more on what a career at CHS can give you, the benefits of working with us and why Canberra is Australia's happiest city click here: Benefits of working with us - Canberra Health Services
About the role: Applications are sought for the 2027 clinical year commencing February 2027 for a period of one year with possible extension. To be eligible to apply for this position applicants must be PGY4+ by February 2027. Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding regions. More information can be found on the CHS website. Medical Staff in the Canberra Health Services enjoy excellent conditions, and our Enterprise Agreement is available at: ACTPS Medical Practitioners Enterprise Agreement 2023 - 2026
The primary roles of this appointment are to support:- Operative, clinical and on call services provided by the Department of Plastic Surgery at Canberra Hospital and North Canberra Hospital
- Education and training of non-accredited plastic surgery registrars, residents and interns
- Research activities as appropriate
- Ability to participate in rotations to North Canberra Hospital, Bruce ACT
Clinical Responsibilities This role will contribute to the clinical service provided by the Department of Plastic Surgery at Canberra Hospital. This contribution will consist of regular outpatient sessions, ward rounds and regular participation in the on-call registrar roster.
Academic Responsibilities The trainee will be expected to contribute to the teaching of Australian National University medical students, and to assist in Postgraduate training. The successful applicant will be expected to both attend and participate in the Department’s regular audits, X ray conferences, tutorials and journal clubs.
Research There is scope for clinical research in the unit with defined projects. Applicants of equivalent or similar experience and training should also apply. Prior to commencement, the successful candidates will be required to:
- Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check
- Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy
For more information regarding the position see the Position Description.
Note: This is a full-time temporary position available for 12 months with the possibility of extension.
For more information on this position and how to apply “click here” Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service. Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act. Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website.
Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal. #LI-DNI
Note This is a full-time temporary position available for 12 months with the possibility of extension.
Career interest categories: Community Support and Inclusion
Healthcare, Medical and Allied Services