Doctors in Training Recruitment 2025/2026 - Senior Registrar/Registrar, Department of Critical Care Medicine (DCCM)
Intensive Care Registrar – CICM Trainees preferred
Department of Critical Care Medicine (DCCM) at Royal Hobart Hospital has a new vacancy for an Intensive Care Registrar, to commence as soon as possible.
In additional to the current vacancy, registrar parental leave cover registrar position will be available later in 2026 – start date to be confirmed.
Royal Hobart Hospital has Tasmania’s only Tertiary Level 3 Intensive Care Unit and we are the referral centre for all major specialties. We have C24 CICM accreditation and a very broad medical and surgical casemix – including Cardiac Surgery, ECMO, Neurosurgery, Major Trauma and all surgical and medical subspecialties.
This broad general casemix makes our unit really well suited for trainees preparing for exams, and over many years our trainees have had outstanding exam success. We have strong relationships with other RHH departments and can negotiate rotations to cover all the CICM-required non-ICU training terms. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to continue their training in Tasmania.
We run two 12 bed pods with Registrars and BASIC TRAINEES (SRMOs) working a day-night, shiftwork roster supervised by Fellows/Senior Registrars who are off-site after hours and 9 Consultant Intensivists.
We have a robust, protected-time weekly teaching program.
We also manage a private satellite unit, with CIM accreditation, with predominantly perioperative casemix including major Cardiac Surgery and Neurosurgery. We rotate registrars on a combined roster across the two sites.
Hobart is a vibrant regional city with an excellent lifestyle, a temperate climate and close proximity to outstanding wilderness and many outdoor pursuits.
The current vacancy is available immediately, or as soon as practicable for the successful candidate. We are happy to discuss potential starting dates at interview and/or following an offer.
NB – Overseas-based applicants or Agency referrals will not be considered for this vacancy
The Tasmanian Health Service is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. We are committed to providing the highest levels of healthcare and services.
The Royal Hobart Hospital is the tertiary referral hospital for Tasmania, and the principal teaching hospital for the University of Tasmania Medical School. The Hospital provides most specialist medical services for the region or state.
Royal Hobart Hospital offers a challenging and stimulating employment and future career opportunity with salary commensurate with qualification and experience.
- Superannuation and salary packaging
- Support and dynamic work environment
- Strong Professional and social networks
- A unique and well-balanced lifestyle
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Salary
$134,930 - $189,005 per annum
Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022
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Classification
Medical Practitioner Level 5-11 (Registrar/Senior Registrar)
- Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022
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Award
Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award
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Period of Employment
Fixed term, full time day work, working 76 hours per fortnight plus 10 hours protected training time (pro rata), commencing 2 February 2026 until 1 February 2027.
Note: 24 months negotiable for suitable applicants.
ICU Registrars and other JMOs may be required to work up to 3 months per year at our satellite unit at Calvary Hospital. This unit is accredited by CICM and provides tertiary-level cardiothoracic and neurosurgery support.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time and casual vacancies.
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Location
Royal Hobart Hospital
Department of Critical Care Medicine (DCCM)
Calvary Hospital, Lenah Valley
ICU Registrars and other JMOs may be required to work up to 3 months per year at our satellite intensive care unit at Calvary Hospital. This ICU is accredited by CICM and provides tertiary-level cardiothoracic, neurosurgical and other major surgical support. There is a combined roster across the two units.
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Essential Requirements:
Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee’s responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer of any new criminal convictions and/or if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered.
- General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
- Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements).
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
1. Conviction checks in the following areas:
a) Crimes of Violence
b) Sex Related Offences
c) Serious Drug Offences
d) Crimes involving dishonesty
2. Identification check
3. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
Selection Process:
Candidates will be shortlisted for interview based on the following desirable criteria:
Desirable Criteria – ICU Registrars
- Previous clinical experience in Intensive Care Medicine, Anaesthesia, and/or Emergency Medicine, including competence in relevant procedural skills
- Successful completion of practical acute care and resuscitation courses, such as ALS, BASIC, APLS, EMST and formal Point of Care Ultrasound training.
- Accredited Trainees with CICM, ANZCA, ACEM and/or ACRRM
- Demonstrated experience in audit, research, teaching, and safety and quality.
- Demonstrated experience in leadership roles either within or outside of work.
Desirable Criteria – ICU Senior Registrars & CICM TY Fellows
- A minimum of three years relevant clinical experience including at least 24 months recent experience in Intensive Care Medicine
- Completion of CICM Primary Examination
- Completed or near completion of final examinations for Fellowship of the College of Intensive Care Medicine, or equivalent
- Applicants who have completed Fellowship in another acute care specialty, with suitable Intensive Care experience, or dual trainees in Intensive Care, may be considered for Senior Registrar posts.
- CICM Trainees who fulfill College requirements for CICM Transitional Fellow, should contact us directly prior to applying.
Nb: Our Senior Registrar positions include ‘first on-call’ after hours from home with Consultant support. It is a very senior role, similar to TY Fellows. It requires significant tertiary intensive care experience and independent, high level resuscitation, team leadership and communication skills.
Additionally, ALL candidates should demonstrate the following personal qualities:
- A strong academic record and aptitude for advanced study
- High level oral and written communication skills
- The ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
- The ability to function well in stressful situations, and the readiness to adapt to different work environments
- A respectful, caring and ethical approach to interactions with colleagues and patients.
- Acceptance and understanding of Inclusion, Diversity and Equity in the workplace.
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Prior to applying, please read 'ICU training program and job description'
 ICU Registrar Detailed Job Description and Training Program - 2025-2026.docx
Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents
Statement of Duties and Department of Health Applicant Guides
Generic Registrar-Senior Registrar MP5-11 (June 2024) CSU (27).pdf
Generic Registrar-Senior Registrar MP5-11 (June 2024) CSU (25).docx
0. Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.pdf
0. Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx
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How to apply
Please submit:
- A succinct Cover Letter describing your clinical experience, career plans and College training status, and why you are applying
- Your Curriculum Vitae (CV). This should include all relevant information to assess suitability for the role.
- Names and contact details for three referees
(Hospital medical supervisors from within the past three years).
Applications close February 9th and late applications may be considered
Nb Applications submitted by an Agency on behalf of an applicant will not be considered for this recruitment campaign
For further information you can contact either:
Dr David Rigg, Senior Staff Specialist, DCCM
David.Rigg@ths.tas.gov.au
Dr Ram Sistla, Senior Staff Specialist, DCCM
ram.sistla@ths.tas.gov.au
Lindy Pursell, DCCM Executive Assistant
Lindy.pursell@ths.tas.gov.au
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