Job Description

Consultant General Surgeon (Fixed-Term 12 Months)

n

Top End NT | Tertiary Referral Centre | High-Impact Practice + Lifestyle

n

The Opportunity

n

A unique opportunity is available for a Consultant General Surgeon to join a major tertiary service in the Northern Territory on a 12-month full-time contract.

n

Based across Royal Darwin Hospital and Palmerston Regional Hospital, you will deliver high-quality surgical care across a vast and diverse catchment — including remote and regional communities.

n

This role offers true clinical variety, autonomy, and meaningful impact, particularly in rural and Indigenous health.

n

The Role

n

As a Specialist General Surgeon, you will:

n

n
- Provide comprehensive general surgical services to inpatients and ambulatory patients
n
- Manage patient flow, including inpatient ward rounds and outpatient clinics
n
- Participate in a 24/7 on-call roster, including emergency surgery
n
- Deliver specialist advice to clinicians across the Northern Territory, including remote and isolated centres
n
- Contribute to multidisciplinary care and referral pathways
n
- Engage in teaching, mentoring, and supervision of junior medical staff
n
- Participate in clinical governance, audit, and continuous professional development
n

n

The Health Service

n

Royal Darwin Hospital is the principal tertiary referral centre for:

n

n
- Darwin and the Top End of the Northern Territory
n
- Parts of Western Australia
n
- South-East Asia referral pathways
n

n

You Will Gain Exposure To

n

n




- Complex and diverse surgical presentations
n
- High‐acuity and emergency caseloads
n
- Unique pathology rarely seen in metropolitan settings
n

n

Why This Role Stands Out

n

n
- True tertiary referral exposure in a regional setting
n
- Chance to work closely with remote and Indigenous communities
n
- High level of clinical autonomy and procedural volume
n
- Strong focus on teaching, mentoring, and service development
n
- Ideal for surgeons seeking broader scope and meaningful impact
n

n

The Location

n

n
- Tropical climate with outdoor living year‐round
n
- Access to national parks, waterfalls, and iconic landscapes
n
- Rich multicultural community and relaxed lifestyle
n
- Short commutes and strong work‐life balance
n

n

Benefits

n

n
- Competitive remuneration package
n
- Up to 50% Private Practice Allowance (for eligible specialists)
n
- 12% superannuation
n
- 6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
n
- 3 weeks personal leave
n
- 10 days professional development leave
n
- Relocation assistance available
n

n

Requirements

n

n
- Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) or equivalent
n
- Eligibility for Specialist Registration with AHPRA
n
- Experience as a Consultant General Surgeon
n
- Commitment to rural, regional, and Indigenous health
n

n

IMGs encouraged to apply, including:

n

n
- Substantially Comparable (RACS)
n
- UK / Ireland trained surgeons (CCT)
n
- NZ‐trained specialists
n

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 General Surgery Specialist Clinician (Darwin City)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 Darwin City