Northern Territory

Registrar REG1-REG6 - Remuneration Package Range $143,997 - $179,967
(including salary $122,264 - $153,195)
Division of Surgery and Critical Care
Darwin, Palmerston
One full time vacancy fixed from 01/02/2027 to 30/01/2028 is available

Further develop your professional expertise in Ophthalmology with a 12-month appointment as an Unaccredited Ophthalmology Surgery Registrar.

Royal Darwin and Palmerston Hospital is the principal tertiary hospital within the region and provides a broad range of referral services in all specialist areas to Darwin, the Top End of the NT, Western Australia and South-East Asia.

Currently, the Royal Darwin Hospital is accepting applications for one Unaccredited Ophthalmology Registrar starting in February 2027.

Under the direction of Dr Nishantha Wijesinghe, a senior ophthalmology consultant and highly skilled cataract surgeon, and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of ophthalmologist with special interests in areas such as medical retina, uveitis, paediatrics, and oculoplastics, you will further develop your specialist skills by providing timely and high-quality ophthalmology services to patients at the Royal Darwin and Palmerston Hospitals.

Your key duties will include the admission, management and discharge of patients under the supervision of the on-duty Specialist, preparing patients for eye surgery, clinical out patients service and patient management, supervision of junior medical and clinical staff, and emergency after-hours care as rostered. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in continuous medical education, professional development, peer review, research and quality improvement activities.

To be successful you are required to be eligible for appropriate registration with the Medical Board of Australia, have relevant training and experience in Ophthalmology, demonstrated experience as a Resident Medical Officer and a commitment to delivering high-quality care to patients.

In return, you will enjoy the benefits of a competitive remuneration package including 12% superannuation, six weeks recreational and three weeks personal leave, five days of professional development leave and an additional five days of examination leave if relevant, 17.5% annual leave loading and an opportunity to further your professional development in NT Health

If you reside interstate, Royal Darwin Hospital is a great place to advance your Ophthalmology skills whilst experiencing the uniqueness of living and working in the Top End of Australia. Spend your year enjoying an enviable lifestyle and a work life balance that allows you time to explore the stunning landscapes, experience tropical sunsets and spectacular lightning displays and visit pristine rock pools and waterfalls. Darwin’s rich multicultural society and community spirit makes it a great place to live, work and play. Relocation assistance may be available to the successful applicant.

For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Nishantha Wijesinghe at [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 991
Closing date: 01/09/2026

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search

Registrar REG1 - REG6 - Remuneration Package Range $143,997 - $179,967
(including salary $122,264 - $153,195)
Division of Surgery and Critical Care
Darwin, Palmerston
Several vacancies fixed from 01/02/2027 to 30/01/2028

Several opportunities for Registrar’s to join the Neurosurgery team at Royal Darwin Hospital starting in February 2027.

Royal Darwin and Palmerston Hospital is the principle tertiary hospital within the region and provides a broad range of referral services in all specialist areas to Darwin, the Top End of the NT, Western Australia and South-East Asia. 

Currently, the Royal Darwin Hospital is inviting Unaccredited Neurosurgery Registrars to apply for a 12-month training program starting in February 2027.

Under the direction of Dr. Ameya Kamat a renowned Neurosurgeon specialising in endoscopic spinal surgery and surgical treatments, you will further develop your clinical skills and ability to provide high quality neurosurgical services to patients referred by the Hospital’s Emergency Department and undertake consult for inpatients.

Your key duties will involve the admission, management and discharge of patients from the service under the supervision of neurosurgical fellows/consultants and participate in the operating theatre. You will also be required to participate in the Department’s 24-hr roster to ensure the proper functioning of the service. In addition, you will have the opportunity to conduct research, peer review practices and Continued Medical Education, and provide supervision to junior medical staff and other clinical staff.

In return, you will enjoy the benefits of a competitive remuneration package including 12% superannuation, six weeks recreational and three weeks personal leave, five days of professional development leave and an additional five days of examination leave if relevant, 17.5% annual leave loading and an opportunity to further your professional development in NT Health.

If you reside interstate, Royal Darwin Hospital is a great place to advance your Neurosurgical skills whilst experiencing the uniqueness of living and working in the Top End of Australia. Spend your year enjoying an enviable lifestyle and a work life balance that allows you time to explore the stunning landscapes, experience tropical sunsets and spectacular lightning displays, and visit pristine rock pools and waterfalls. Darwin’s rich multicultural society and community spirit makes it a great place to live, work and play. Relocation assistance may be available to the successful applicant.

Apply now.

Posted on 23 July 2026

Registrar REG1-REG6 - Remuneration Package Range $143,997 - $179,967
(including salary $122,264 - $153,195)
Division of Surgery and Critical Care
Darwin, Palmerston
Several vacancies fixed from 01/02/2027 to 30/01/2028 are available

Expand your professional expertise under the supervision of specialist surgeons as part of a 12-month registrar starting in February 2027.

Royal Darwin and Palmerston Hospital is the principle tertiary hospital within the region and provides a broad range of referral services in all specialist areas to Darwin, the Top End of the NT, Western Australia and South-East Asia. 

Currently, the Royal Darwin Hospital is inviting Unaccredited General Surgery Registrars to apply for 12-month training programs starting in February 2027.

Under the direction of Dr. Suraj Rathnayake, a renowned Surgical Specialist and Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, you will further develop your surgical skills by providing high-quality surgical services to patients referred by the Hospital’s Emergency Department and undertake consults for inpatients.

Your key duties will involve the admission, management and discharge of patients from the service under the supervision of surgical consultants/fellows and participating in the operating theatre. You will also be required to participate in the Department’s 24-hr roster to ensure the proper functioning of the service and provide outreach services to Katherine and Gove hospitals. In addition, you will have the opportunity to conduct research, peer review practices, professional development, and provide supervision to junior medical and clinical staff.

To be successful you are required to be eligible for appropriate registration with the Medical Board of Australia, have relevant training and experience applicable to General Surgery, and can demonstrate surgical competency, research capability and a commitment to delivering high-quality care to patients.

In return, you will enjoy the benefits of a competitive remuneration package including 12% superannuation, six weeks recreational and three weeks personal leave, five days of professional development leave and an additional five days of examination leave if relevant, 17.5% annual leave loading and an opportunity to further your professional development in NT Health.

If you reside interstate, Royal Darwin Hospital is a great place to advance your General Surgery skills whilst experiencing the uniqueness of living and working in the Top End of Australia. Spend your year enjoying an enviable lifestyle and a work life balance that allows you time to explore the stunning landscapes, experience tropical sunsets and spectacular lightening displays and visit pristine rock pools and waterfalls. Darwin’s rich multicultural society and community spirit makes it a great place to live, work and play. Relocation assistance may be available to the successful applicant.

For further information about this vacancy please contact: 
Dr Suraj Rathnayake at [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 45232
Closing date: 12/08/2026

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search

Posted on 17 July 2026