Consultant AnaesthetistRegional Victoria Flexible Full-Time or Sessional | Attractive Remuneration + On-Call Allowances | Exceptional Lifestyle The Opportunity Sante Recruitment is seeking an experienced Consultant Anaesthetist to join a supportive and established regional health service in Victoria .
This is an excellent opportunity for an Anaesthetist looking for clinical variety, professional development and genuine work-life balance , without giving up access to major regional centres and Melbourne.
Flexible full-time or sessional appointments are available, making this an attractive prospect for specialists seeking greater flexibility in their working arrangements.
The role offers broad clinical exposure across a range of surgical specialties, within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.
The Role As a Consultant Anaesthetist, you will provide high-quality anaesthetic services across a broad range of clinical presentations and specialties.
Your responsibilities will include: Providing anaesthetic care for adult, paediatric and obstetric patients Managing elective and emergency surgical cases Working across a broad range of surgical specialties Participating in the consultant on-call roster Contributing to clinical research and quality improvement Participating in the review and development of clinical practice Working collaboratively with surgeons, physicians, nursing and allied health teams Contributing to the continued development of regional anaesthetic services Supporting a high standard of patient-centred care There may also be opportunities to work across the wider regional health network.
Clinical Scope The position provides excellent clinical variety and would suit an Anaesthetist who enjoys a broad practice.
Experience across: General surgery Orthopaedics Obstetrics Paediatrics Emergency surgery Elective surgery would be highly valued.
Experience in thoracic and vascular anaesthesia would be advantageous.




Flexible Working Arrangements The health service offers flexibility around appointment structure, with opportunities for: Full-time appointments Sessional appointments Attractive consultant remuneration On-call allowances Excellent work-life balance This flexibility makes the position suitable for both established consultants seeking a long-term regional role and Anaesthetists looking for a more flexible working arrangement.
About You We welcome applications from: FANZCA-qualified Consultant Anaesthetists Specialists eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia/AHPRA Rural Generalists with appropriate anaesthetic qualifications and experience Internationally trained Anaesthetists with comparable specialist qualifications who may be eligible to pursue specialist recognition in Australia Ideally, you will bring: Broad Consultant Anaesthetics experience Confidence managing adult, paediatric and obstetric anaesthesia Experience across a range of surgical specialties Strong clinical decision-making skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary care Commitment to clinical governance and quality improvement Previous regional or rural experience is advantageous but not essential for the right candidate .
International Medical Graduates Internationally trained Anaesthetists with appropriate specialist qualifications are encouraged to enquire.
Candidates who may be eligible for Australian specialist recognition can be supported through the relevant AHPRA and specialist college assessment pathways .




Sante Recruitment can provide guidance regarding the Australian registration and specialist recognition process.
The Lifestyle If you're looking for more space, less traffic and more time outside work , regional Victoria offers an outstanding alternative to metropolitan practice.
The region provides: National parks and beautiful natural landscapes Hiking and cycling Wineries and local produce Excellent caf s and restaurants Outdoor recreational activities Welcoming regional communities Shorter commute times More affordable housing than Melbourne Excellent schools and family facilities And importantly, you won't feel isolated .
Melbourne remains accessible for weekends and city visits, while major regional centres are within comfortable driving distance, providing access to additional shopping, dining, education, sporting facilities and specialist services.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Consultant Anaesthetist position Regional Victoria Full-time or sessional options Attractive consultant remuneration On-call allowances Broad adult, paediatric obstetric practice Elective emergency surgery Thoracic vascular experience highly regarded Supportive multidisciplinary team Regional health network opportunities Clinical research quality improvement FANZCA specialists encouraged Rural Generalists considered Internationally trained specialists encouraged Excellent work-life balance Easy access to Melbourne and major regional centres Apply Now This is an excellent opportunity for a Consultant Anaesthetist seeking a broad and rewarding clinical role combined with the lifestyle advantages of regional Victoria.
For a confidential discussion regarding the position, appointment options, remuneration, on-call arrangements, AHPRA registration and specialist recognition pathways, contact Sante Recruitment.
All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.

📌 Consultant/Specialist Anaesthetist | Regional Victoria
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 Victoria