Consultant Anaesthetist - Australia

Join us as a Consultant Anaesthetist in beautiful regional Australia

Are you a UK-trained Anaesthetist seeking a unique career and lifestyle change?

We have multiple permanent Consultant Anaesthetist roles based primarily in stunning coastal and regional settings across Australia. These locations offer exceptional professional opportunities coupled with laid‑back living and outdoor adventure.

Why Australia and Why Now?

• Expedited Specialist Pathway : UK-trained anaesthetists with FRCA and CCT can access specialist registration quickly and start work from day one, thanks to the new AHPRA expedited pathway introduced in mid-2025.
• Highly Attractive Compensation : Salary packages range from AUD $350,000 to over $700,000 , often including private practice opportunities, rural bonuses, relocation support, and generous allowances.

What’s on Offer for You?

Lifestyle & Location

• Coastal towns, river valleys, historic inland cities, and tropical regions, all offering sunshine, beaches, vineyards, and vibrant local communities.
• Examples include picturesque regional South Australia with access to beaches and wine country, tropical coastal Queensland near the Great Barrier Reef , riverside heritage towns in regional Victoria and inland countryside cities with quick flights to major metros.

Clinical & Professional Development

• Diverse case mix across elective, emergency, obstetric, paediatric, orthopaedic, ENT, and more.
• Opportunities to lead quality improvement projects, teach trainees, contribute to audits, and expand subspecialty interests like chronic pain or ICU.
• Many roles based in hospitals linked to ANZCA training accreditation.

Support & Benefits

• Relocation assistance includes reimbursement packages, visa and AHPRA guidance, and often accommodation support.
• Attractive packages may include allowances for rural incentives, private practice earnings, retention bonuses, motor vehicle use, generous leave loading, and superannuation contributions.

What We're Looking For

• Fellowship of ANZCA (FANZCA) , or UK equivalents (FRCA + CCT) eligible for the expedited specialist pathway.
• Specialist registration eligibility with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Strong skills in anaesthesia across a broad spectrum, with a willingness to engage in teaching, leadership, and governance.

Remuneration & Perks:

• Total packages ranging from AUD $400,000 to over $700,000 , inclusive of private practice.
• Relocation and accommodation support.
• Rural/remote incentives, private practice opportunities, leave loading, and superannuation bonuses.

Eligibility:

• UK FRCA + CCT or ANZCA Fellowship.
• Eligible for AHPRA specialist registration (expedited pathway available).
• A passion for high-standard anaesthetic care and collaborative team practice.

To apply, please submit your CV using the button below. For any inquiries pertaining to this role, please feel free to reach out to Anna at [email protected].

All applications will be handled with strict confidentiality. We welcome interest from candidates of all backgrounds.

Mediix is an Australian-based medical recruitment agency connecting qualified healthcare professionals with hospitals and private clinics across Australia.

We offer a personalised, free service to support healthcare professionals in securing both permanent and temporary roles, including access to unadvertised opportunities.

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