Job description
Agency Department of Health Work unit Coordinated Response Operations Centre
Job title Retrieval Registrar Designation Registrar REG1-REG6
Job type Full time Duration Fixed from 01/08/2027 for 6 months
Salary $122,264 - $153,195 Location Darwin
Position number 70263554 RTF 357646 Closing 21/12/2026
Contact James Hooper, CROC Clinical Director, [email protected]
About the agency http://www.health.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=357646
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF
YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and
accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the
recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this
position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website. Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for
this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective
Aeromedical Retrieval – Registrar/Fellow position to fulfil clinical duties in aeromedical retrieval across Top End, Big Rivers and
East Arnhem regions.

Context statement
The NT Health Coordinated Response Operations Centre is offering positions for trainees or fellows of ACEM, CICM, ANZCA,
ACRRM and RACGP in aeromedical retrieval. Based in Darwin, the successful applicants will complete a term as a flight doctor
providing critical care in an aeromedical context, whilst gaining exposure to tropical medicine and a broad spectrum of serious
illness and trauma. Successful applicants will undertake training in and around relevant aircraft as required.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Respond to taskings from the Medical Retrieval Consultant on duty, to provide emergency medical care
2. Participate in a 24/7 roster for the CROC as required to ensure the proper functioning of the service.
3. Work closely with other healthcare professionals from other healthcare organisations to provide exemplary patient care
4. Participate in research, educational and professional development.
5. Participate in continuous medical education including professional development, peer review, work partnership plans,

research, teaching, quality improvement activities and clinical audits.
6. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being

undertaken in order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
7. Participate in audit, risk management activities and research.
8. Participate in other activities as directed by the Clinical Director of the Coordinated Response Operations Centre or delegate.

Selection Criteria
Essential
1. Medical Practitioner eligible for registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
2. At least 5 years full-time equivalent post-graduation
3.



Successful completion of ACEM/CICM/ANZCA/RACGP/ACRRM primary examination or overseas equivalent deemed

comparable by the Clinical Director of the Coordinated Response Operations Centre or delegate
4. Demonstration of commitment and progression in training programme.
5. Minimum 6 months in emergency medicine and/or acute medicine, 3 months anaesthesia, 3 months ICU
6. Ability to manage complex procedures as part of a very small team (where the applicant may be the only doctor), such as

intubation, chest drain insertion, complex trauma management, complex vascular access with remote supervision
7. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact positively in a cross-cultural work

environment.
8. Ability to work collaboratively and follow standardised clinical guidelines
9. Proven ability to manage self and others, monitor performance, manage change and develop policy.
10. Ability to successfully undertake a defined functionality/fitness assessment, and undergo/pass required aviation training
Desirable
1. Current ACEM/CICM/ANZCA/RACGP/ACRRM (or equivalent overseas college) trainee within two years of completion of

training
2. 12 months’ experience in emergency medicine, 6 months in anaesthesia, 6 months in ICU

Applicants should provide a current CV and contact details for 2 referees within last 2 years including work email addresses.

Approved: 15th October 2026 Prof. James Hooper, Clinical Director, Coordinated Response Operations Centre

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Job description
Agency Department of Health Work unit Coordinated Response Operations Centre
Job title Retrieval Fellow Designation Fellow FEL1
Job type Full time Duration Fixed from 01/08/2027 for 6 months
Salary $197,760 Location Darwin
Position number 70263554 RTF 357646 Closing 21/12/2026
Contact James Hooper, CROC Clinical Director, [email protected]
About the agency http://www.health.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=357646
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF
YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and
accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the
recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this
position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website. Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for
this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective




Aeromedical Retrieval – Fellow position to fulfil clinical duties in aeromedical retrieval in the Top End, Big Rivers and East
Arnhem regions

Context statement
The NT Health Coordinated Response Operations Centre is offering positions for trainees or fellows of ACEM, CICM, ANZCA,
ACRRM and RACGP (or overseas equivalent) in aeromedical retrieval. Based in Darwin, the successful applicants will complete a
term as a flight doctor providing critical care in an aeromedical context, whilst gaining exposure to tropical medicine and a broad
spectrum of serious illness and trauma. Successful applicants will undertake training in and around relevant aircraft as required.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Respond to taskings from the Medical Retrieval Consultant on duty, to provide emergency medical care
2. Participate in a 24/7 roster for the CROC as required to ensure the proper functioning of the service.
3. Work closely with other healthcare professionals from other healthcare organisations to provide exemplary patient care
4. Participate in research, educational and career development.
5. Participate in continuous medical education including professional development, peer review, work partnership plans,

research, teaching, quality improvement activities and clinical audits.
6. Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being

undertaken in order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
7. Participate in audit, risk management activities and research.
8. Participate in other activities as directed by the Clinical Director of the Coordinated Response Operations Centre or delegate.

Selection Criteria
Essential
1. Medical Practitioner eligible for registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
2. At least 5 years full-time equivalent post-graduation
3. Successful completion of ACEM/CICM/ANZCA/RACGP/ACRRM examinational requirements for appointment as a fellow, or

overseas equivalent deemed comparable by the Clinical Director of the Coordinated Response Operations Centre or delegate
4. Demonstration of commitment and progression in training programme.
5. Minimum 6 months in emergency medicine and/or acute medicine, 3 months anaesthesia, 3 months ICU
6. Ability to manage complex procedures as part of a very small team (where the applicant may be the only doctor), such as

intubation, chest drain insertion, complex trauma management, complex vascular access with remote supervision
7. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact positively in a cross-cultural work

environment.
8. Ability to work collaboratively and follow standardised clinical guidelines
9. Proven ability to manage self and others, monitor performance, manage change and develop policy.
10.Ability to successfully undertake a defined functionality/fitness assessment, and undergo/pass required aviation training
Desirable
1. 12 months in emergency medicine, 6 months in anaesthesia, 6 months in ICU

Applicants should provide a current CV and contact details for 2 referees within last 2 years including work email addresses.

📌 Medical Retrieval Registrar (Darwin)
🏢 Department Of Health
📍 Darwin