Medical Administration Registrar

Medical Administration Registrar (RACMA)

• Fixed Term, Full Time | RACMA-accredited training position


• Box Hill | Easy access to public transport, shopping, and dining options


• Develop your medical management, leadership and clinical governance expertise within one of Victoria's largest public health services

Eastern Health is one of Victoria's largest public health services. As a values-led, integrated service united by our Healthier Together promise, we deliver high-quality care, support and service to a broad and diverse community across Melbourne’s east and beyond.

About the role

Ready to take the next step in your medical leadership journey?

The Medical Administration Registrar role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside senior medical leaders and gain firsthand experience in the strategic, operational and governance functions of a major metropolitan health service. Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, you will be exposed to a diverse portfolio spanning clinical governance, medical workforce, medico-legal services, medical education, digital health and organisational improvement.

This RACMA accredited training position provides valuable experience in medical management within a complex healthcare environment, allowing you to contribute to initiatives that improve patient outcomes, strengthen workforce capability and support high-quality healthcare delivery.

Working closely with experienced medical executives, you will develop practical leadership and management skills while contributing to projects that influence organisational strategy, clinical quality, patient safety and service improvement. Responsibilities and portfolios will be tailored to your experience, interests and training requirements, supporting your progression towards a career in medical administration and health service leadership.

This position involves:

• Contributing to clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient safety and healthcare outcomes


• Supporting incident reviews, medico-legal matters and organisational responses to clinical risk


• Developing practical experience in medical workforce management, including recruitment, credentialing, contracting and rostering


• Partnering with the Eastern Health Institute to support medical education, training and wellbeing programs


• Working with senior medical leaders on service improvement, strategic planning and organisational change projects

What you’ll bring

• Current registration as a Medical Practitioner with AHPRA


• Candidacy of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators (RACMA)


• At least three years' clinical experience


• Demonstrated interest in medical leadership, health service management and clinical governance


• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams


• Well-developed analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills


• Commitment to continuous learning, professional development and high-quality patient care


• At least one year of RACMA-accredited medical management experience (desirable but not essential) 

What we offer

Being part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts. We offer a range of benefits including:

• Investment in your career through continuous learning, mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to progress into specialist, leadership or advanced practice pathways. 


• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, study and professional development leave, and leave purchasing options.


• Wellbeing support through fitness programs, confidential employee assistance services for you and your family, and 24/7 access to a range of support resources.


• Financial incentives to help you make the most of your earnings, including salary packaging through Maxxia, novated leasing options, and employee discounts on health insurance, banking and more.

Interested in joining us? 

If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we'd encourage you to apply and share what you can bring to the role. 

You must be eligible to work in Australia. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early applications as the advertisement may close prior to the closing date.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview, and all applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application. Appointment to this position is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, compliance with mandatory vaccination requirements, including annual influenza vaccination, and evidence of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases where required.

Click here to view our Candidate Guide and learn more about our recruitment process.

Our commitments

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability across the communities we serve and within our Eastern Health team.


• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees.


• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.


• We are shaping a culture that delivers exceptional care for our community, and an exceptional experience for all the people who make it possible.

Please click here to view the position description.

Contact Person: Serin Cooper Maidlow

Contact Email: [email protected]

Job Posting End Date: 27 October 2026

Need help submitting your application?

Contact the person listed in the advertisement above for any queries related to the role or for any adjustments you may require during the recruitment process, or contact the Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469 for any assistance with your application.

Our Values in Action
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