Registrar - Rehabilitation Medicine (2027)

An excellent opportunity is available for Rehabilitation Medicine Registrars to join a leading regional teaching health service in Victoria, Australia. These accredited training positions provide broad clinical exposure across neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation within a highly supportive multidisciplinary environment aligned with the Australasian Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine training pathway.
This role is ideal for doctors seeking advanced rehabilitation medicine training with strong consultant supervision, structured teaching, and exposure to complex inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation care.

Position Detail

Commences early 2027 for 12 months

The Role Successful candidates will complete two six-month rotations across:

• Neurological Rehabilitation
• Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation

Clinical exposure includes management of patients with:

• Stroke
• Spinal cord injury
• Acquired brain injury
• Multiple sclerosis and demyelinating disorders
• Amputee rehabilitation
• Orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions
• Transplant rehabilitation patients

Registrars will also participate in:

• Rehabilitation assessments
• Specialist outpatient clinics including spasticity management
• Multidisciplinary rehabilitation planning
• Some after-hours subacute ward coverage

Training & Professional Development The program offers:

• Accredited AFRM training positions
• Dedicated teaching aligned with the AFRM curriculum
• Close support from Rehabilitation Medicine Training Victoria (RMTV)
• Strong consultant supervision and mentoring
• Exposure to collaborative care alongside Geriatric and Palliative Medicine teams
• Opportunities for research, audit and quality improvement activities

Applicants will also be required to submit preferences through the RMTV matching process.


About the Health Service

The health service is a major regional referral centre recognised for:

• High-quality patient-centred healthcare
• Strong education and training culture
• Advanced rehabilitation and community care services
• Multidisciplinary collaboration across inpatient and outpatient settings
• Commitment to innovation, research and staff wellbeing

The rehabilitation and continuing care services provide comprehensive care across hospital, outpatient and community settings with extensive allied health support.

Lifestyle & Location Based in one of Victoria's largest regional centres, this role offers an exceptional lifestyle with:

• Affordable living and excellent work-life balance
• Excellent schools and tertiary education facilities
• Vibrant cafés, arts and cultural attractions
• Outdoor recreation, wineries and parklands
• Easy access to Melbourne

Employee Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• Salary packaging opportunities
• Staff wellbeing programs
• Access to gym, pool and fitness facilities
• Ongoing education and career development support

Requirements Applicants should:

• Be eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• Demonstrate interest in Rehabilitation Medicine training
• Possess strong communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills
• Meet eligibility requirements for AFRM training where applicable

Apply
Doctors seeking accredited Rehabilitation Medicine training within a supportive Australian regional training environment are encouraged to apply.
Please submit your CV and cover letter or contact Odyssey Recruitment for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity.