Staff Specialist – General Medicine (Consultant Level) FRACP, M

Launceston General Hospital – Tasmania, Australia

ME Medical Recruitment

Excellent Career Opportunity for UK-Trained General Physicians (General Medicine/ Acute Care) Seeking Consultant Roles in Australia

ME Medical Recruitment is currently recruiting for General Physicians / General Medicine Specialists to join their well-established and expanding Department of Medicine.

This is an outstanding opportunity for local trained or UK‑trained consultants (or those close to CCT) seeking a high‑quality healthcare environment, excellent lifestyle, and a smooth transition into the Australian specialist pathway.

Eligibility – Australian, New Zealand or UK GMC-Trained Specialists with :

To meet Australian Medical Council expedited pathway, applicants must meet one of the following UK training routes:

Route A — General Internal Medicine (GIM)

You must have

MRCP (UK) awarded August 2007 onwards

Full UK postgraduate training completed

Awarded UK CCT in General Internal Medicine

Completed entire specialty training within the UK system

Route B — Dual Training (GIM + Acute Internal Medicine)

You must have

MRCP (UK) awarded August 2009 onwards

Completion of full UK dual training programme

CCT in General Internal Medicine and Acute Internal Medicine

Entire postgraduate training completed within the UK

These pathways align with AHPRA Specialist Recognition processes and are suitable for doctors aiming for Specialist Registration in Australia.

About the Role

As a Staff Specialist in General Medicine, you will:

Provide inpatient and outpatient general medicine services

Participate in the acute and on‑call roster (negotiable)

Work within a multi‑disciplinary team with strong sub specialty support

Contribute to registrar, SHO and medical student teaching

Participate in service improvement, clinical governance and leadership





Work within an RACP‑accredited training environment The Department hosts physicians with subspecialty interests including Cardiology, Infectious Diseases, Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Respiratory, Endocrinology, Nephrology, Geriatrics and Palliative Care.

Salary & Perks

AUD $216,300 – $310,389 per annum, plus:

12% superannuation

Up to 20% Retention Allowance

35% Allowance in lieu of private practice

Vehicle allowance or fully maintained lease vehicle

Relocation assistance & temporary accommodation support

Salary packaging (similar to UK tax‑efficient schemes)

Generous annual leave, study leave and CPD allowance

Fitness Passport membership for you and your family

About Launceston & Tasmania

Launceston offers the ideal combination of city amenities and natural beauty.

Benefits include

Excellent schools and family‑friendly lifestyle

Short commutes (average 10–15 minutes)

Access to world‑class food, wine, and outdoor activities

Safe, relaxed community with a strong medical workforce

Many UK doctors report Tasmania provides a smoother transition compared with larger cities and offers exceptional work–life balance.

Registration & Immigration Support

ME Medical Recruitment provides full assistance with:

RACP comparability pathway

Expedited pathway

AHPRA specialist registration process

Visa options (including Subclass 482/186) (hospital sponsorship)

Relocation planning for individuals and families

We specialise in supporting UK consultants relocating to Australia and offer end‑to‑end guidance.

Apply Now

If you are a UK‑trained General Physician seeking a high‑quality Consultant post in Australia, we encourage you to apply. About ME Medical Recruitment

ME Medical Recruitment supports UK and international doctors in securing high‑quality medical positions across Australia. We provide personalised placement support, guidance on registration pathways, and comprehensive relocation assistance.

📌 General Medicine Consultant - work in Australia FRACP- MRC (Tasmania)
🏢 ME Medical Recruitment
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