Job Description
Position
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Senior Staff Specialist / Staff Specialist (Anaesthetist)
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Location
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Remote Regional Queensland
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Status
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Permanent Full-Time or Part-Time
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Remuneration
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$525,850 - $650,288 per annum (full-time equivalent)
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Overview
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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 chance 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.
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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.
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Key Opportunities
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- Join a team providing anaesthetic services to a diverse range of patients, including those from isolated and underserved communities
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- Develop expertise in clinical areas such as obstetrics, ICU, pain management, regional anaesthesia, and more
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- Provide training and mentorship to medical trainees, junior doctors, and other healthcare professionals
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- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and safety programs
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- Experience life in one of Australia's most unique and beautiful regions, surrounded by stunning landscapes and a close‐knit community
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Your Role
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- Provide high‐quality, evidence‐based anaesthetic care across a variety of medical specialties, including surgery, obstetrics, trauma,
and dental procedures
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- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care and outcomes
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- Take part in the supervision, teaching, and development of junior medical staff and anaesthesia trainees
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- Contribute to clinical governance and participate in ongoing professional development and training
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- Provide support to other healthcare facilities in the region, as needed
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- Participate in an on‐call roster to support anaesthetic services as required
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Benefits
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- Competitive Salary: $525,850 - $650,288 per annum (full‐time equivalent)
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- Allowances: Professional development, motor vehicle, rural and regional, and inaccessibility allowances
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- Accommodation: Provided as per hospital policy
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- Annual Leave: 5 weeks per year
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- Professional Development Leave: 3.6 weeks per year
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- Career Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and skill development through training programs
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- Work‐Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements with FIFO options available
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Key Requirements
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- Current registration with the Medical Board of Australia
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- Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FANZCA) or equivalent
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- Proficiency in anaesthesia for obstetrics and epidurals
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- Engagement in continuous medical education and quality improvement initiatives
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- Experience working with diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations
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Desirable Qualifications
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- Experience in paediatric anaesthesia (up to 5 years)
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- Interest or experience in Intensive Care management
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- Expertise in regional anaesthesia and pain management
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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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