2026 Advanced Paediatric Training Registrar - Great Ocean Road Rotation (6 month rural position)

Join the Great Ocean Road Rotation and complete two years of accredited core advanced training in General Paediatrics across Barwon Health and South West Healthcare. This unique role offers 18 months in Geelong and 6 months in Warrnambool, providing broad clinical exposure, strong supervision, and a rewarding rural experience.

South West Healthcare and Barwon Health are pleased to offer an exciting Advanced Training opportunity in General Paediatrics through the Great Ocean Road Rotation. This accredited rotation provides two full years of core advanced training and combines the benefits of both metropolitan and regional paediatric experience.

The successful applicant will complete:

• 18 months in General Paediatrics at University Hospital Geelong (Barwon Health)
• 6 months in General Paediatrics at South West Healthcare, Warrnambool

his unique training opportunity offers:

• Excellent continuity across two respected health services
• A diverse and comprehensive clinical caseload
• A rewarding rural term in a supportive, well-resourced environment

The Warrnambool term will be scheduled for either the first or second half of 2026. Applicants are asked to nominate their preferred timing when submitting their application.

Enquiries:

• For the South West Healthcare term: Dr Clare McCasker - [email protected]
• For the Barwon Health term: Dr Isaac Marshall - [email protected]

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.

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.

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

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

How to apply

To apply, please submit your application online via www.VPRAT.org, including:

• A cover letter
• Full personal details
• Qualifications and relevant experience
• Contact details for three (3) referees

Applications must be received by Sunday, 27 July 2025.

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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Applications close Sunday 27 July 2025 at 11.59PM