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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Emergency Medicine Registrar to join a well-established Emergency Department in New South Wales, Australia. This unique buddy placement allows two doctors to work identical night shift patterns, fostering a supportive clinical environment while offering excellent work-life balance.

The role provides exposure to a broad spectrum of emergency presentations, with manageable patient volumes, strong specialist support, and the potential to progress to formal Emergency Medicine training in Australia.
 

Main Duties of the Job

• Deliver high-quality assessment, diagnosis and management of patients presenting to the Emergency Department during night shifts.
• Work collaboratively with a fellow night Registrar, nursing staff and on-call specialists to ensure safe and effective patient care.
• Manage a range of acute medical, surgical and trauma presentations with appropriate escalation when required.
• Participate in clinical decision-making, treatment planning and safe discharge or admission processes.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure effective handover to day teams.
• Provide support and advice to junior medical staff and nursing colleagues where appropriate.
• Contribute to departmental quality improvement, clinical governance and patient safety initiatives.
• Engage with continuing professional development and training opportunities within Emergency Medicine.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Registration

Essential

• Primary medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent)
• Eligibility for or full registration with AHPRA
• Minimum 1 year NHS experience in Emergency Medicine or Acute Care setting

Desirable

• Postgraduate Emergency Medicine qualification (e.g. MRCEM, FACEM pathway interest)
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) or equivalent certification

Clinical Experience & Skills

Essential

• Demonstrated experience managing acute presentations within Emergency Medicine
• Ability to assess and stabilise critically unwell patients independently with senior support
• Competence in emergency procedures and acute resuscitation skills
• Strong clinical reasoning and prioritisation skills in a night-shift environment

Desirable

• Experience working within private healthcare or international Emergency Departments
• Interest in pursuing formal Emergency Medicine training in Australia (ACEM pathway)

Teaching, Audit & Research

Essential

• Commitment to clinical governance and reflective practice
• Willingness to participate in departmental teaching and learning

Desirable

• Participation in audit, quality improvement or research activities within Emergency Medicine

Management & Leadership

Essential

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team during night shifts
• Sound organisational skills and the ability to manage workload independently

Desirable

• Evidence of leadership roles, rota coordination or team supervision

Personal Skills & Attributes

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative mindset suited to a partner-based rota model
• Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced emergency environment
• Professionalism, integrity and patient-centred approach to care

Desirable

• Interest in international healthcare systems and long-term career development in Australia

Legal / Statutory Requirements

Essential

• Right to work in Australia or eligibility for an appropriate visa pathway
• Compliance with professional regulatory standards and mandatory training requirements

Desirable

• Previous experience working in Australia or familiarity with local healthcare systems