Position Senior Staff Specialist / Staff Specialist (Anaesthetist)

Location Remote Regional Queensland

Status Permanent Full-Time or Part-Time

Remuneration $525,850 - $650,288 per annum (full-time equivalent)

Overview We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist Anaesthetist to join a dedicated anaesthetic team in a rural, regional location in Queensland. This is a unique opportunity to work in one of the most remarkable and remote parts of Australia, offering you both professional challenges and the chance to make a real difference to the health outcomes of the community.

As a Staff Specialist Anaesthetist, you will play an integral role in a well‑equipped hospital that serves as the primary referral center for a vast and diverse region. The hospital's anaesthetics department is equipped with state‑of‑the‑art facilities, including operating theatres and an ICU/High Dependency Unit, where procedures are performed across a wide range of specialties, including general surgery, obstetrics, orthopaedics, and trauma.

Key Opportunities

Join a team providing anaesthetic services to a diverse range of patients, including those from isolated and underserved communities

Develop expertise in clinical areas such as obstetrics, ICU, pain management, regional anaesthesia, and more

Provide training and mentorship to medical trainees, junior doctors, and other healthcare professionals

Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and safety programs

Experience life in one of Australia's most unique and beautiful regions, surrounded by stunning landscapes and a close‑knit community

Your Role

Provide high‑quality, evidence‑based anaesthetic care across a variety of medical specialties, including surgery, obstetrics, trauma,



and dental procedures

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care and outcomes

Take part in the supervision, teaching, and development of junior medical staff and anaesthesia trainees

Contribute to clinical governance and participate in ongoing professional development and training

Provide support to other healthcare facilities in the region, as needed

Participate in an on‑call roster to support anaesthetic services as required

Benefits

Market-competitive salary: $525,850 - $650,288 per annum (full‑time equivalent)

Allowances: Professional development, motor vehicle, rural and regional, and inaccessibility allowances

Accommodation: Provided as per hospital policy

Annual Leave: 5 weeks per year

Professional Development Leave: 3.6 weeks per year

Career Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and skill development through training programs

Work‑Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements with FIFO options available

Key Requirements

Current registration with the Medical Board of Australia

Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FANZCA) or equivalent

Proficiency in anaesthesia for obstetrics and epidurals

Engagement in continuous medical education and quality improvement initiatives

Experience working with diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations

Desirable Qualifications

Experience in paediatric anaesthesia (up to 5 years)

Interest or experience in Intensive Care management

Expertise in regional anaesthesia and pain management

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like further information or to arrange an informal discussion with the Head of Department, please contact [email protected].

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