At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team as an AFRM Trainee Registrar and manage diverse rehabilitation cases.
- Company: Royal Rehabilitation Centre Sydney, a leading charity with over 125 years of innovation.
- Benefits: Salary packaging, health insurance discounts, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive culture that values diversity and supports professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while developing your medical career.
- Qualifications: Medical Degree, AHPRA registration, and at least 2 years of clinical experience.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Full time, Casual/Temporary position available from 1st February 2027 to 31st January 2028 at Royal Rehabilitation Centre Sydney.
About us
At Royal Rehab Private Petersham we’re redefining health and wellbeing. As part of the Royal Rehab Group, a leading charity with over 125 years of innovation in rehabilitation and community support services, we are committed to empowering individuals to achieve their health goals through evidence-based care and lifestyle medicine. We are a 34-bed private rehabilitation hospital providing the highest level of patient care through dedicated staff experienced in all major rehabilitation specialties. Multidisciplinary care is delivered to patients according to individualised patient goals and needs. Our sole focus is helping our patients achieve a better quality of life through rehabilitation, and we are constantly looking at new ways to help improve patient outcomes. We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture that values your expertise.
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate AFRM Trainee Registrar/CMO to join our team. The AFRM Trainee Registrar duties involve the shared management of patients on the 34-bed rehabilitation ward well supported by two Registrars and four Rehabilitation Physicians.
Key responsibilities:
- Case mix: Stroke, neurological, orthopaedic, geriatric, cardiac and cancer rehabilitation.
- On call is alternate Friday nights and there are some occasions where overtime is required on a Saturday to accommodate late admissions on Fridays.
- Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team in all hospital activities.
- Communicate with the patient and their families about their rehabilitation and ongoing goals.
About you
We are seeking a self‑motivated and friendly individual with:
- Medical Degree, and current registration with AHPRA.
- Postgraduate clinical experience to include at least 2 years.
- Demonstrated relevant clinical practice at a high standard relevant to the years of experience.
- Clinical experience in the management of orthopaedic, neurological and medical conditions.
- Demonstrated ability to independently utilise skills, judgment and expertise to provide a high standard of patient care to all persons admitted to the unit.
- Demonstrated ability to fulfil the full scope of clinical privileges advertised in the position.
- Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult with patients and their families, interdisciplinary team, internal and external stakeholders.
- Commitment to competent provision of patient‑centric care and excellent customer service within a thriving team environment.
- Willingness to participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of quality activities to improve service delivery and patient care.
- Computer literate and ability to work in an expanding computerised environment.
Your Royal Rewards:
- Salary Packaging: Package up to $15,900 of your pre‑tax income and boost your take‑home pay.
- Meals & Accommodation: Package up to $2,650 for dining and holidays expenses.
- Health Insurance: Exclusive HCF discounts.
- Benefits: Fitness Passport & HCF Private Health Insurance discounts.
- Maxxia Rewards: Enjoy a huge range of discounts through our salary packaging partner.
- Career growth: Genuine career opportunities.
- Salary: Competitive remuneration.
- Employee Assistance Program: Access to professional counselling and coaching for you and your immediate family.
- Leadership: Supportive and experienced leadership team.
- Culture: Friendly and close‑knit team environment.
We know diversity makes Royal Rehab Private Petersham a great place to work, and we are committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the people we serve. We encourage applications from all members of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you require any adjustments to participate equitably in the recruitment process, or to support you in the workplace should you be successful, please let us know. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment where all individuals can thrive.
The successful applicant will be required to provide and undergo pre‑employment checks including but not limited to a current criminal record check, working with children check, employment history, statements of service and referee checks. We do not provide sponsorship.
Application Close Date: Monday 2nd November 2026.
AFRM Trainee Registrar in Sydney employer: Royal Rehabilitation Centre Sydney
At Breakthru, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises inclusion and empowerment. Located in Campbelltown, our team enjoys unique benefits such as salary packaging, wellbeing days, and genuine opportunities for career growth, all while making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Join us to be part of a dedicated community that values your contributions and supports your professional journey.
Contact Details:
Royal Rehabilitation Centre Sydney Recruitment Team
