Job Description
GP
AnaesthetistCentral
Gippsland Health Service | Sale, VictoriaEnjoy a Diverse Anaesthetic Practice in a Supportive Regional Health Service An exciting opportunity exists for a GP Anaesthetist to join the Anaesthetic Department at Central Gippsland Health Service (CGHS), a progressive regional health service located in the heart of Gippsland.
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This role offers the chance to work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering a broad range of anaesthetic services across elective and emergency settings while enjoying an outstanding regional lifestyle only two hours from Melbourne.
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With excellent clinical support, flexible sessional arrangements, strong professional development opportunities, and a welcoming team culture, this position is ideal for experienced GP Anaesthetists or suitably qualified Rural Generalists seeking a rewarding regional practice.
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About Central Gippsland Health Service
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Central Gippsland Health Service is the leading provider of healthcare and residential aged care services within Wellington Shire, servicing a population of more than 42,000 residents and supporting surrounding communities across Gippsland.
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Sale
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Maffra
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Heyfield
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Services
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24-hour Emergency Department
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Surgical Services
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Oncology
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Dialysis
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Intensive Care / Coronary Care
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Cardiology
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Respiratory Medicine
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Community Health Services
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Residential Aged Care
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The Opportunity
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As a GP Anaesthetist, you will provide safe, high-quality anaesthetic and perioperative care across a broad range of surgical specialties.
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You will work closely with surgeons, physicians, nursing staff, and allied health professionals to deliver patient-centred care before, during, and after surgical procedures.
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Clinical Areas
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General Surgery
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Orthopaedics
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Obstetrics & Gynaecology
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Endoscopy
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Ophthalmology
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ENT
(Otorhinolaryngology)
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Urology
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Vascular Surgery
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General Dentistry
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Paediatric Surgery
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Key Responsibilities
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Provide anaesthetic and perioperative services across elective and emergency procedures
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Conduct pre-anaesthetic assessments and post-operative reviews
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Deliver safe anaesthetic care with continuous patient monitoring
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Participate in a 24/7 emergency anaesthetic roster
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Support emergency surgery and critical care responses
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Provide procedural expertise including airway management and vascular access
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Participate in Medical Emergency Team (MET) and Code Blue responses
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Supervise anaesthetic trainees and junior staff where appropriate
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Support recovery room and day surgery services
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes
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Participate in quality improvement, education, and service development initiatives
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The Team
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You will join a friendly and supportive Anaesthetic Department committed to clinical excellence, education, and professional development.
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Team Promotes
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Collaborative teamwork
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Teaching and mentoring
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Continuous quality improvement
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Patient-centred care
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Professional growth and development
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Lifestyle & Location
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Located in Sale, the commercial centre of Gippsland, this region offers an enviable balance of career opportunity and lifestyle.
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Easy access to Gippsland Lakes and Ninety Mile Beach
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National parks and outdoor recreation
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Excellent schools and family-friendly communities
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Affordable housing
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Short commute times
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Solid sporting and cultural facilities
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Convenient access to Melbourne
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Whether you enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, cycling, or simply a relaxed regional lifestyle, Gippsland offers something for everyone.
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What's on Offer?
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Adaptable sessional arrangements
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Salary packaging benefits
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Professional development opportunities
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Teaching and mentoring involvement
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Supportive multidisciplinary team
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Strong clinical governance framework
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Regional lifestyle with easy access to Melbourne
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Friendly and welcoming workplace culture
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Requirements
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Medical qualifications registrable with AHPRA
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Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) or Fellowship of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM)
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Accreditation through the Joint Consultative Committee on Anaesthesia (JCCA)
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Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification
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Demonstrated experience in anaesthesia and critical care medicine
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Excellent communication and teamwork skills
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Commitment to patient-centred care and continuous professional development
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Final-year GP Registrars with suitable anaesthetic training and experience may also be considered.
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Why Apply?
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Broad and rewarding anaesthetic practice
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Strong surgical and procedural exposure
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Supportive and collaborative department
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Excellent work-life balance
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Attractive regional Victorian lifestyle
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Professional development and teaching opportunities
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Join a health service that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and community-focused care while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of beautiful Gippsland.
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