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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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1529 Registrar jobs found

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Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Berri, South Australia AU

NOW ~ 30 Dec 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 12 October 2026 15 October 2026 17 - 20 October 2026 14 November 2026 21 December 2026 29 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 2230 - 0830 PGY5+ ED experience Night Senior must be able to run a resus and perform intubation.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

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

$196 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Psychiatry - Adult

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 6 October 2026 - 31 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 | Monday - Friday Will also participate in the after hours roster: 1700-2100hrs weekday evenings; and 0830-1700hrs weekend and public holidays.

Benefits: Travel reimbursement and accommodation provided.

$150 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Wagga Wagga, New South Wales AU

28 Dec 2026 ~ 10 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 28 September 2026 - 10 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: A combination of day and night shifts.

On call.

$2,000 per dayBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - Orthopaedic

Christchurch, South Island NZ

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

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

Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$90 per hourBase salary

Permanent

Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Palmerston North, North Island NZ

Available from 01 Feb 2027

Posted a month ago

Medical Registrar role January 2027 start date PGY3 Full support with registration provided

$90,000 ~ $140,000Base salary

Permanent

Registrar - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Palmerston North, North Island NZ

Available from 01 Feb 2027

Posted a month ago

O&G Registrar role January 2027 start date PGY3 Full support with registration provided

$90,000 ~ $140,000Base salary

Locum

Registrar - Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Mt Isa, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 01 Feb 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required ASAP - 1 February 2027.

Position Details: PHO/Registrar PGY4-PGY9 Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$154 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Surgery - General

Liverpool, New South Wales AU

24 Jan 2027 ~ 29 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 24 - 28 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 2030 - 0800 Trainee - PGY4 Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$180 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Kempsey, New South Wales AU

23 Dec 2026 ~ 04 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 23 December 2026 - 4 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 General Medicine ward role involving ward rounds, ED/ward assessments, treatment initiation, and management planning with Consultants.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$150 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Kempsey, New South Wales AU

05 Dec 2026 ~ 06 Dec 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 5 - 6 December 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 General Medicine ward role involving ward rounds, ED/ward assessments, treatment initiation, and management planning with Consultants.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$150 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Kempsey, New South Wales AU

28 Nov 2026 ~ 29 Nov 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 28 - 29 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 General Medicine ward role involving ward rounds, ED/ward assessments, treatment initiation, and management planning with Consultants.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$150 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Kempsey, New South Wales AU

07 Nov 2026 ~ 08 Nov 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 7 - 8 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 General Medicine ward role involving ward rounds, ED/ward assessments, treatment initiation, and management planning with Consultants.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$150 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Psychiatry - Community

Waratah, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 27 Nov 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 2 - 27 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 Community Health Team Review and monitor mental health consumers referred for psychiatric assessment by the Acute Care Team (ACT), as well as any care-coordinated consumers who require psychiatry input.

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

$180 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Psychiatry - Geriatric

Waratah, New South Wales AU

16 Nov 2026 ~ 20 Nov 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 16 - 20 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0830 - 1700 Older Persons Mental Health Unit Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$180 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Medicine - General Medicine / Physician

Tiwi, Northern Territory AU

11 Jan 2027 ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required: 11 - 15 January 2027 18 - 22 January 2027 25 - 31 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: Various shifts Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$170 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Medicine - Geriatric Medicine

Tiwi, Northern Territory AU

NOW ~ 20 Nov 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 2 - 6 November 2026 9 - 13 November 2026 16 - 20 November 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1606 This is a relief position, and shifts are subject to change on short notice.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$170 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Armidale, New South Wales AU

07 Dec 2026 ~ 08 Dec 2026

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 7 - 8 December 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 1000 - 2230 CMO In Charge Benefits: Travel allowance and accommodation are provided.

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

$220 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Emergency Medicine (ED)

Cairns North, Queensland AU

NOW ~ 31 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: ASAP - 11 October 2026 21 December 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 - Medicine - Medical Oncology

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales AU

NOW ~ 03 Jan 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required for: 5 - 25 October 2026 30 November 2026 - 3 January 2027 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 | Monday - Friday Advanced Trainee Medical Oncology With the possibility of Afterhours and on call.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

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

$200 per hourBase salary

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Registrar - Paediatrics

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales AU

12 Dec 2026 ~ 02 Feb 2027

Posted a month ago

Locum cover is required from 12 December 2026 - 2 February 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 1630 PGY3+ At least 1 year of relevant experience including neonatal resuscitation.

Benefits: Travel reimbursement and accommodation provided.

$170 per hourBase salary

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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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Registrar, Surgery

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Registrar, Emergency Medicine

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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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