Up to $528K Package + Private Practice Potential
Tropical North Queensland | Coastal Lifestyle | 1 Hour Flight to Brisbane
The Opportunity
An outstanding opportunity for a Consultant Anaesthetist to join a busy and well-supported regional hospital in Mackay, Queensland.
This role offers the perfect balance of high-level clinical practice, strong earning potential, and an exceptional coastal lifestyle. You'll work within a collaborative and experienced Anaesthetic team, delivering care across a broad and rewarding case mix.
With private practice opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive leadership team, this position is ideal for specialists seeking both career progression and lifestyle.
The Location
Enjoy life in one of Queensland's most desirable regional centres:
Coastal city with access to the **Whitsundays** and **Great Barrier Reef**
Just **1 hour flight to Brisbane**
Tropical climate with year-round outdoor lifestyle
Excellent schools, sporting facilities, and family-friendly community
Affordable housing and short commute times
The Hospital
Major regional referral hospital servicing a population of **180,000+**
Up-to-date facility with strong clinical governance and leadership
Integrated services including:
Emergency Medicine (24/7)
Intensive Care Unit
Surgery & Orthopaedics
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Paediatrics & General Medicine
Strong links with tertiary centres in **Brisbane** and **Townsville**
Teaching hospital affiliated with **James Cook University**
The Role




You will provide high-quality specialist anaesthetic services across a diverse clinical casemix, including:
Elective and emergency anaesthesia
Participation in an **on-call roster**
Teaching and supervision of junior doctors and trainees
Involvement in **clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement**
Opportunity to develop **subspecialty interests**
What's on Offer
Total remuneration up to $528,000+**
Base salary up to ~$266K + allowances
*******% superannuation + 17.5% leave loading**
**Private practice / right of private practice**
**Career development Allowance ($21,500 p.a.)**
**3.6 weeks professional development leave**
Motor vehicle allowance + on-call and overtime payments
Salary packaging + additional benefits
Versatile working arrangements
Requirements
Fellowship of the **Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FANZCA)** or equivalent
Eligible for **Specialist Registration with AHPRA**
Strong commitment to patient-centred care, teamwork, and teaching
**International Medical Graduates encouraged to apply:**
Substantially Comparable (ANZCA)
UK CCT / Ireland / NZ equivalent pathways
Roles offering **$500K+ earning potential, coastal lifestyle, and genuine private practice support** are rare — particularly in well-established, high-functioning departments.
This is a standout opportunity to step into a senior role without metropolitan burnout, while enjoying one of Australia's best lifestyle locations.
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📌 Anaesthetist - Senior Staff Specialist Mackay. (North Mackay)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 North Mackay