Consultant / Specialist Anaesthetist – Coastal Queensland
Up to $549K Package + Private Practice | Coastal Lifestyle | High Earnings
The Opportunity
An exceptional opportunity for a Consultant / Specialist Anaesthetist to join a high-performing department in coastal Queensland, offering a rare combination of top-tier earnings, lifestyle, and private practice potential.
If you're looking to step away from metro pressure without sacrificing income or clinical quality, this role delivers on all fronts.
You'll join a supportive, well-structured Anaesthetic Department with strong clinical leadership, working across a broad and rewarding case mix.
Why This Role Stands Out
Up to $549K total remuneration package
Private practice opportunity with real earning potential
Coastal lifestyle with short commutes and no congestion
Flexible contracts (full-time or part-time)
Supportive team with strong governance and culture
Private Practice – Real Income Upside
Unlike many public roles, this position offers genuine support to build additional private income streams, including:
Access to private hospital sessional lists
Assistance with credentialing and setup
Introductions to established referral networks
The Role
You Will Provide High-quality Specialist Anaesthetic Services, Including
Delivering protected, evidence-based anaesthesia across a broad case mix
Participation in an on-call roster (negotiable)
Teaching and supervision of junior doctors and trainees
Contribution to clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement
The Hospital
A modern 247-bed regional referral hospital with strong recent investment and redevelopment, offering:
24/7 Emergency Department
5-bed ICU + Coronary Care Unit
Full surgical services including:
Obstetrics
Orthopaedics
General Surgery
Paediatrics
You'll work in a cooperative, well-supported clinical environment with excellent infrastructure.
The Location
Enjoy The Best Of Coastal Living In Regional Queensland
Beaches, reef, and national parks at your doorstep
Just 4 hours from Brisbane + direct flights
Family-friendly community with excellent schools
Affordable housing and lower cost of living
Relaxed pace of life with minimal commute times
IMG-Friendly Opportunity
This role is highly suitable for International Medical Graduates (IMGs):
Substantially Comparable (SIMG) Anaesthetists encouraged to apply
Eligible via expedited pathway / Competent Authority (UK, Ireland, NZ)
Strong support with onboarding, registration, and transition
Eligible for Specialist Registration with AHPRA
FANZCA or equivalent specialist qualification
Experience as a Consultant / Specialist Anaesthetist
Commitment to teamwork, teaching, and high-quality patient care
This is a standout opportunity to maximise both income and lifestyle in one of Australia's most desirable regions.
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