Title: 2026 Psychiatry Registrars - First Year Trainees 1
Eastern Health, VIC, AU, 3128
2026 Psychiatry Registrars - First Year Trainees
- Mental Health Service
- Full Time/Fixed Term - 86 Hours per fortnight
- For a great place to learn and work GO EAST! #DocsGoEast
Registered medical practitioners with suitable experience are invited to apply for First Year Psychiatry Trainee positions commencing February 2026 at Eastern Health.
Eastern Health
Eastern health is the largest public health provider in the eastern suburbs, providing a comprehensive range of high quality acute, sub-acute, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care and community health services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
Eastern Health operates from many different locations; our largest sites include Angliss Hospital, Box Hill Hospital, Healesville and District Hospital, Maroondah Hospital, Peter James Centre, Turning Point Alcohol and Drug Centre, Wantirna Health, Yarra Ranges Health, Yarra Valley Community Health.
The Eastern Health Mental Health and State-wide Services offer comprehensive, coordinated Mental Health and Alcohol and Drug Services across all age groups in the Eastern region of Melbourne, covering an estimated population of 820,000 people. These services are publicly funded, and include Adult, Aged, Child & Adolescent, and state-wide specialist services in personality disorder (Spectrum) and drug and alcohol (including Turning Point Alcohol & Drug Centre).
About the role
The Postgraduate Medical Council of Victoria Inc. administers the Advanced Trainee Selection and Matching (ATSM) service on behalf of the Victorian Psychiatry Training Committee (VPTC) and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP). Additionally, please ensure you apply to PMCV.
Our comprehensive training program addresses all the requirements of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists whilst providing relevant and extensive experience in a wide variety of settings.
Eastern Health runs a highly regarded academic program and exam preparation programs covering all aspects of the training requirements. There are also opportunities for trainees to participate in research in a wide variety of subjects.
Applicants must apply to both the Victorian Psychiatry Training Committee (VPTC) and Eastern Health.
Enquiries:
Dr Emma Gilbert, Coordinator, Postgraduate Training (Psychiatry)
emma.gilbert@easternhealth.org.au
Andrea Nucifora, Medical Workforce Unit
Docsgoeast@easternhealth.org.au
Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
- Diverse and engaging career opportunities
- Friendly & supportive team
- Flexible working hours
- Salary packaging options
- Career progression in our teaching hospitals
Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:
- All applications must be submitted online via SuccessFactors
- All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
- You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
- Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.
Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manger listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
Please Click Here for the Position Description
Contact Person: Emma Gilbert
Contact Number: 03 9895 3469
Contact Email: docsgoeast@easternhealth.org.au
Need help submitting your application?
Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Medical Workforce Unit on (03) 9895 3469.
Our Values in Action:
Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day