Posted Date
17/02/2026
Description
Orthopaedic Registrar / PHO
Full-Time | 12-Month Contract (Extension Possible)
North Queensland
An excellent opportunity is available for an Orthopaedic Registrar / Principal House Officer (PHO) to join a high-performing regional surgical service in North Queensland.
This 12-month full-time contract offers strong operative exposure, structured supervision, and the possibility of extension for the right candidate.
You will work within a busy Orthopaedic unit providing care across:
* Acute trauma
* Elective orthopaedic surgery
* Fracture clinic
* Inpatient management
* On-call roster participation
The position offers excellent exposure to a broad case mix within a well-supported team environment, making it ideal for trainees pursuing Orthopaedic Surgery or those seeking to strengthen their surgical experience.
Located in North Queensland, this facility is one of Australia’s largest and most advanced regional hospitals.
Following a $408 million redevelopment completed in 2015, the hospital expanded to:
* 318 beds
* Modern operating theatres
* A new Emergency Department
* Specialised surgical and critical care units
The hospital provides comprehensive services including:
* Emergency Medicine
* Orthopaedics
* Obstetrics & Gynaecology
* Paediatrics
* Anaesthetics
* Intensive Care & Coronary Care
* Psychiatry
* Renal Medicine
* ENT
* Ophthalmology
* Palliative Care
* Day Surgery
You will benefit from working in a modern, well-equipped facility with strong consultant supervision and multidisciplinary support.
This vibrant coastal city is known for:
* Picturesque beaches and waterfront lifestyle
* Easy access to the Great Barrier Reef
* Outdoor activities including diving, fishing, and boating
* A rich maritime history and active port
* Festivals, art galleries, museums, and cultural events
It offers an appealing combination of tropical lifestyle, career development, and modern infrastructure.
Applicants must have:
* MBBS (or equivalent) eligible for registration with AHPRA
* PGY3 or higher (onshore candidates preferred)
* Demonstrated interest in Orthopaedics and/or career alignment with the specialty
Also encouraged to apply:
* Competent Authority pathway candidates with 1–2+ years orthopaedic experience
* Doctors with prior surgical rotations seeking structured orthopaedic exposure