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Visiting Medical Officer – Anaesthetist | Tamworth NSWShape the Career and Lifestyle You Want | Public & Private Practice
Tamworth | NSW New England North West | Flexible VMO Opportunity
Sante Recruitment is seeking an experienced
Anaesthetist
to join a unique dual-sector prospect across
Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital
and
Tamara Private Hospital
.
This newly refreshed VMO package provides the opportunity to work across both the public and private sectors, offering
clinical variety, professional flexibility and an outstanding regional lifestyle
.
Whether you are a newly fellowed Anaesthetist looking to consolidate your skills or an experienced Consultant seeking a flexible regional practice, this role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your career while enjoying the benefits of living in one of regional NSW's most established centres.
The Opportunity
You will have exposure to a broad and rewarding range of surgical specialties across both hospitals, including:
Orthopaedics
General Surgery
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Urology
ENT
Ophthalmology
Paediatrics
Endoscopy
Vascular Surgery
Trauma
High-acuity Obstetrics
Intensive Care-related anaesthesia
There are also regular opportunities to develop and utilise
regional anaesthesia techniques
, including ultrasound-guided peripheral nerve blocks.
The role offers an excellent environment for Anaesthetists wanting to maintain a broad skill set while developing areas of special interest.
What You Can Expect
Work across both public and private hospitals
Join an experienced and supportive anaesthetic department
15 experienced Consultant Anaesthetists
1 Provisional Fellow
5 Registrars / Advanced Trainees
Flexible 1-in-16 on-call roster
Additional second on-call roster option




Dedicated billing support
12-month education grant in your first year
Well-resourced operating theatres
Contemporary anaesthetic equipment and evidence-based clinical practice
Strong opportunities for teaching, professional development and skills consolidation
Collegial working relationships across the public and private sectors
All Anaesthetists in the region contribute across both public and private hospitals, creating a highly collaborative anaesthetic community and supporting continuity of care across the region.
Relocation Support
Relocating to Tamworth is made easier with a comprehensive relocation package, including:
Up to $20,000 relocation assistance
Up to four months' accommodation
Personal settlement concierge assistance
Support with finding accommodation and schools
Assistance connecting utilities and settling into the region
Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital
Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital is the major referral hospital for the
New England North West region
, serving a population of approximately
175,000
.
With
348 treatment spaces
, it is one of the largest healthcare facilities in regional NSW.
The Hospital Includes
8-theatre operating complex
Level 3 regional trauma service
High-acuity surgical services
Obstetrics and paediatrics
Intensive Care
Broad specialist medical and surgical services
Regional referral and outreach services
The clinical workload extends well beyond routine regional practice, providing exposure to complex and high-acuity cases.
Tamara Private Hospital




Tamara Private Hospital is a leading
45-bed private regional hospital
with modern facilities and a diverse surgical workload.
Anaesthetists benefit from exposure to a broad range of private surgical cases, including:
Orthopaedics
Robotic surgery
Ophthalmology
Paediatric ENT
Dental anaesthesia
General surgery
Endoscopy and other procedural services
The combination of public and private practice provides an excellent opportunity to maintain clinical diversity while enjoying the flexibility of regional practice.
Why Tamworth?
Tamworth offers an excellent combination of
career opportunity, lifestyle and affordability
.
Known as the regional capital of the New England North West, Tamworth provides:
Affordable housing compared with Sydney
Excellent public and private schools
Major shopping, restaurants and cafés
Sporting and recreational facilities
A strong arts and cultural community
Easy access to the New England countryside
Excellent outdoor and family activities
Regional airport connections
A relaxed lifestyle without metropolitan commuting
For Anaesthetists looking to escape the pressures of metropolitan practice without sacrificing clinical complexity, Tamworth offers an excellent balance.
About You We Are Interested In Hearing From
FANZCA-qualified Anaesthetists
Anaesthetists close to completing Fellowship
Experienced Consultants seeking a regional VMO opportunity
Anaesthetists interested in combining public and private practice
You will ideally have broad contemporary anaesthetic experience and be comfortable managing a diverse range of adult and paediatric surgical cases.
Experience in obstetric, trauma, paediatric or regional anaesthesia will be highly regarded.
Applicants must be eligible for registration with
AHPRA
and meet the credentialing requirements of the relevant hospitals.
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📌 Visiting Medical Officer In Anaesthesia - Tamworth (New South Wales)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 New South Wales