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Q: How much do registrars get paid in Australia?

A doctor’s salary depends on several factors: grade, experience, the number of hours worked, location, and the type of work. A junior doctor, or resident medical officer's, salary often varies depending on where they are located and whether they are doing permanent or locum work, however, the annual registrar salary in Australia is between AUD $85,000 - $150,000 per year with locum rates of up to $1,287 per day, with hourly rates varying based on state.

Q: What is a registrar doctor AU?

A registrar doctor in AU or NZ is a medical practitioner who is undertaking an accredited course of study leading to a higher medical qualification. Medical students move to registers in PGY-5.

Q: What is a hospital registrar in Australia?

A registrar doctor in Australia is a medical practitioner who is undertaking an accredited course of study leading to a higher medical qualification. Medical students move to registers in PGY-5.

Q: How do I become a medical registrar in Australia?

To become a medical registrar in Australia, you must first complete a medical degree and obtain general registration as a doctor. After a few years as an RMO (Resident Medical Officer), you can apply for registrar positions in your chosen speciality. Gaining a registrar post typically requires passing specialty-specific exams and interviews. Continuous training, mentorship, and rotations across departments then follow. Consulting the Australian Medical Association for guidelines is advised.

Q: What is a registrar at a hospital in Australia?

A registrar in an Australian hospital is a qualified doctor undergoing advanced training in a specific medical speciality. They've completed initial postgraduate years and are aiming for a consultant position within their chosen field. Registrars play a pivotal role, often managing complex cases, supervising junior doctors, and undergoing rigorous assessments. Their training combines practical experience with ongoing education, often under the guidance of senior consultants.

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177 Registrar jobs found

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Bega, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 16 Nov 2026

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 2 - 6 November 2026 9 - 15 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: Mix of 0700 - 1700, 070 - 1700 + on call 1900-0700, and 0800-1200 + on call 1200-0800 Regular shifts - $180ph | with on-call - $1800pd Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$180 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - Urology

Gosford, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 27 Nov 2026

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 15 - 16 October 2026 20 - 27 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1630 Trainee Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$130 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 2 November 2026 - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: PHO Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$1,034 per dayBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Dubbo, New South Wales AU

21 Dec 2026 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 21 December 2026 - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1530 Monday - Friday + on call as required.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$150 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Dubbo, New South Wales AU

30 Nov 2026 ~ 06 Dec 2026

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 30 November - 6 December 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1530 Monday - Friday + on call Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$150 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Dubbo, New South Wales AU

09 Nov 2026 ~ 15 Nov 2026

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 9 - 15 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1530 Monday - Friday + on call Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$150 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - Plastic

Wellington, North Island NZ

24 Dec 2026 ~ 15 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 24 December 2026 - 15 January 2027.

Position Details: Junior Registrar Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - Orthopaedic

Grafton, New South Wales AU

04 Jan 2027 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 4 - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1630 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$145 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - Orthopaedic

Taupo, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 2 months ago

Locum cover is required from 2 November 2026 - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: Various, with some on-call shifts Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - Orthopaedic

Grafton, New South Wales AU

09 Nov 2026 ~ 04 Dec 2026

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 9 - 13 November 2026 30 November - 4 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 1630 PGY3+ Must be able to independently run a fracture clinic.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$145 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: PHO Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$1,034 per dayBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery

Bundaberg, Queensland AU

07 Dec 2026 ~ 14 Dec 2026

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required from 7 - 14 December 2026.

Position Details: PHO Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$1,034 per dayBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Taree, New South Wales AU

04 Jan 2027 ~ 11 Jan 2027

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required for/from 4 January 2027 | 0700 - 1730 + on call 1730 - 0700 5 January 2027 | 0700 - 1730 8 January 2027 | 0700 - 1730 9 - 10 January 2027 | 1430 - 2100 + on call 2100 - 1430 Benefits: Travel reimbursement and accommodation provided.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$180 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Taree, New South Wales AU

25 Dec 2026 ~ 31 Dec 2026

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required for/from 25 December 2026 | 0700 - 1730 + on call 1730 - 0700 26 - 27 December 2026 | 0700 - 1530 28 December 2026 | 0700 - 1330 29 December 2026 | 0700 - 1730 + on call 1730 - 0700 30 - 31 December 2026 | 0700 - 1730 Benefits: Travel reimbursement and accommodation provided.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$180 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - Orthopaedic

Tauranga, North Island NZ

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required: ASAP - 28 August 2026 19 October 2026 - 31 January 2027 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

$90 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Taree, New South Wales AU

21 Dec 2026 ~ 22 Dec 2026

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 21 December 2026 | 0700-1730 + OC 1730-0700 22 December 2026 | 0700-1730 Benefits: Travel reimbursed and accommodation provided.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$180 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Newcastle, New South Wales AU

28 Dec 2026 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required from 28 December 2026 - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 1300 - 2100 Benefits: Travel and accommodation allowance.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$180 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Newcastle, New South Wales AU

30 Nov 2026 ~ 27 Dec 2026

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required from 30 November - 27 December 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 1300 - 2100 Benefits: Travel and accommodation allowance.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$180 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - Urology

Cudgen, New South Wales AU

05 Jan 2027 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required from 5 - 8 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: Shift times: 0700 - 1530 Monday - Friday + 1-2 on call shifts and rotation of weekend shifts.

Must be available over Christmas and New Year period.

$130 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Dunedin, South Island NZ

NOW ~ 18 Dec 2026

Posted 3 months ago

Locum cover is required for: 29 - 31 August 2026 25 - 28 September 2026 2 - 5 October 2026 13 - 18 October 2026 23 - 26 October 2026 27 - 29 November 2026 4 - 7 December 2026 15 - 17 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 2200 - 0800 Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

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Registrar, Surgery

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“Friendly helpful staff who try to fit in with your working needs. Excellent company. I probably should have done it when I was younger rather than spend many years at the one hospital. ”

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Registrar, Emergency Medicine

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How much does a registrar make in Australia?

In Australia, a registrar's annual salary generally ranges between AUD$85,000 to $150,000 in 2025. However, earnings can vary based on the medical speciality, state, hospital, and years of experience. Additional allowances for overtime, on-call duties, and regional placements can further influence their remuneration.

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