Registrar Paediatric Advanced Trainee - Bunbury

WA Country Health Service, Bunbury Hospital is seeking Advanced Trainee Paediatric Registrars for Fixed Term full time and part time appointments for 6 and 12 months commencing in February 2026, with possibility of extension(s). 

Applications Close: Monday 24/11/2025 at 4.00 pm WST

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 27/02/2026.

POSITION PROFILE

Join us for a rewarding paediatric experience in a family-friendly environment, where passionate Paediatricians are committed to nurturing Advanced Trainees.

Our service includes general paediatrics with a neonatal component, handling infants born at 34+ weeks or stabilizing and transferring <34 weekers. Explore our medical outpatient clinics, including a rapid review clinic and a neonatal follow-up clinic. Our busy Emergency Department has over 25%of paediatric presentations.

As a Regional Paediatric Hub, on-call responsibilities involve fielding calls from local towns with consultant support. Our facility boasts a 12-bed paediatric ward, a 6-bed Special Care Nursery, and over 1200 births annually. We hold RACP accreditation for General paediatrics with a neonatal component, Rural Term, and Centre of Community Child Health.

Applicants must hold full and unconditional General Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

There is currently one 12 month or two 6-month positions available in hospital based general paediatrics.

Our staffing and support include a dedicated team of 4 x 0.4 paediatricians, 1 x 1 full-time paediatrician, and Head of Department. There's always a paediatrician on-site from 0800 to 1600, with after-hours on-call support just 10-15 minutes away.

Engage in enriching teaching and learning experiences with weekly Paediatrics Playlunch lectures, video conferences to Perth Children’s Hospital grand rounds, monthly paediatrics x-ray meetings, bimonthly paediatrics neurology meetings, and weekly hospital Grand Rounds. Benefit from 4 hours of rostered non-clinical time every second Monday and actively participate in ED teaching, Ward Teaching, and Rural Clinical School Teaching.

Your profile of work will involve collaboration with an on-call paediatrician with 24-hour resident coverage. With 3-4 nights per week of registrar cover and consultants contributing, you'll handle varied responsibilities, including general paediatrics, ED admissions, Special Care Nursery, and attending deliveries.

Embark on a fulfilling paediatric journey with us, where support, growth, and impactful learning opportunities await!

REGION PROFILE

Bunbury is a picturesque harbour city located in the south west coast of WA, 175km south of Perth. It is located in the heart of the South West – WA’s premier holiday region. While living in this beautiful seaside city, you can enjoy all types of water sports along the coast and within the harbor. Inland, venture out for some bushwalking, mountain-biking and camping in local forests. Try tasting the award-winning wines from our fantastic local wineries and enjoying fresh local produce in your home and in restaurants and cafes.

Bunbury Hospital is the Regional Resource Centre for the beautiful South West region of Western Australia.

Benefits of Working in Bunbury:

• Offers close and regular contact and support from quality Consultant Specialists and mentors who are very supportive
• Enjoy a broader scope of practice and true breadth of medicine across all specialties with opportunities to practice procedures you would not have access to in a metro setting
• Bunbury is a relatively new hospital with top of the range facilities and great educational support
• Work with a close-knit team where you’ll be guaranteed to form strong supportive friendships and be a part of the local community
• Great work/life balance with limited commute and access to some of the most beautiful scenic sites in Western Australia 

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

 In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here. 
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location-based allowances
• Relocation assistance is available for eligible inter-state candidates

FOR FURTHER JOB RELATED INFORMATION

We encourage you to contact our WACHS-SW Medical Recruitment team wachs-swmedicalrecruitment@health.wa.gov.au for any additional queries.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online via MedCareersWA link. This email address will be used for communication with applicants.  Emailed applications will not be accepted. 

Applicants must provide the following documentation for the panel to assess based on merit:

• A curriculum vitae summarising your experience and how you can meet the position requirements.
• A written statement addressing the selection criteria (as stated on page 3 of the attached Job Description Form). JDF - Registrar - Paediatrics - Advanced Trainee - Generic 2026.PDF
• Two nominated referees within your application.  It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.
• Cover Letter (optional one page)

Applicant documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact MedCareersWA@health.wa.gov.au

OTHER CONDITIONS

• This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au 
• WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
• WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
• WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy.  As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.  Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
• Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).  Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.  Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.