Registrar

Emergency Department Registrar – Private Emergency Medicine

Location: Townsville, Queensland

Employment Type: Full-time and Part-time

Salary: $200,000 – $300,000 per annum

Commencement: August 2026 or February 2027

About the Role

An excellent opportunity is available for ACEM Trainee Emergency Medicine Registrars (TS2–TS3) to join a well-established, accredited private emergency department in Townsville.

This role is ideally suited to trainees seeking a high-quality, supportive training environment with strong consultant access, protected education time, flexible rostering, and competitive remuneration. The department is FACEM-led and medically driven, with a strong focus on doctor wellbeing, clinical excellence, and long-term career development.

You will work in a well-resourced private emergency department, allowing you to focus on diagnosing and managing patients without the pressures of overcrowding, access block, or excessive administrative burden.

Please note:

• Applicants must already be current ACEM trainees (TS2 or TS3)
• No night shifts are required at this site

What’s on Offer

• Fixed-term employment aligned with ACEM training semesters
• Annualised packages of $200K–$300K, depending on FTE or part-time capacity
• Superannuation paid up to the concessional cap (inclusive of base)
• 12.5%–25% protected training time (minimum 5 hours per week for FTE)
• On-site Director of Emergency Medicine Training (DEMT)
• Strong CME support and accredited education program
• Dedicated administration and experienced nursing teams
• Flexible rosters designed to support work–life balance
• No night shifts

Why Townsville?

Townsville is a vibrant coastal city and regional healthcare hub, offering an exceptional lifestyle with year-round sunshine, affordable housing, and excellent access to outdoor activities. With Magnetic Island just offshore, a strong café and dining scene, and close-knit medical community, Townsville provides an ideal balance of career development and lifestyle for emergency medicine trainees.

This private hospital located in Pimlico, Queensland, offers a broad range of acute care services with a focus on delivering high-quality patient outcomes. The facility supports multidisciplinary teams working across emergency medicine, surgery, and medical specialties, providing comprehensive care in a well-equipped environment. With dedicated spaces for critical care, diagnostics, and patient recovery, the hospital operates alongside experienced clinicians committed to collaborative practice and continuous improvement.

Pimlico is a well-established suburb of Townsville, featuring a blend of residential and commercial areas. The location provides convenient access to local amenities, including shops, cafes, and parks. Townsville itself is a regional centre with a subtropical climate, known for its outdoor lifestyle and proximity to natural attractions such as Magnetic Island and the Great Barrier Reef.

The area offers a relaxed lifestyle with opportunities for a range of recreational activities, including water sports, hiking, and community events. Good transport connections and essential services are readily accessible, supporting both professional and personal life in the region.