Registrar - Ophthalmology (Unaccredited) - 2027

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Alfred Health is seeking a full-time Unaccredited Ophthalmology Junior Registrar for 2027 within the Bayside Health Alfred Care Group, based at The Alfred Hospital with additional opportunities at Sandringham Hospital. You will conduct 7 to 8 ophthalmology clinics per week, assist in 1 to 2 operating lists, be on call one in three weeks, contribute to medical student teaching, and have opportunities for clinical research. Selection criteria emphasize ophthalmology experience, post-graduate experience, hands-on procedural knowledge, and research publications. To apply, tailor your CV to demonstrate your ophthalmology track record, surgical skills, teaching and research impact, and readiness for on-call duties, and ensure you address all criteria with referees. Applications close: 20th of July 2026; contact Dr David Van Der Straaten at [email protected] for details; note influenza vaccination or acceptable medical exemption and Bayside Health’s commitment to diversity and inclusive hiring.

Bayside Health

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified HMO's for a full-time appointment to Alfred Care Group as a 2027 Unaccredited Ophthalmology Junior Registrar.

Duties will include:

• 7-8 ophthalmology clinics per week at The Alfred Hospital;
• Assisting 1-2 operating lists per week at The Alfred or Sandringham Hospital;
• One in three weeks on call;
• Medical student teaching;
• Opportunities for clinical research

Selection and shortlisting criteria

• Ophthalmology experience
• Post-graduate experience
• Knowledge and experience in performing procedures
• Research publications

For further information please contact Dr David Van Der Straaten, Head of Unit, via [email protected]

Applications close : 20th of July 2026

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.