Job Description
General Physician / Staff Specialist – Lismore, NSW
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IMG-Friendly | Coastal Lifestyle | Strong Earnings + Overtime
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The Opportunity
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We are seeking a General Physician / Staff Specialist to join a major regional hospital in Lismore, offering an excellent combination of clinical diversity, career progression, and lifestyle.
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This is a fantastic opportunity for both locally trained specialists and International Medical Graduates (IMGs) looking to establish themselves in Australia within a supportive and well-structured health service.
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You will deliver high-quality General Medicine care while contributing to:
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Clinical leadership and service development
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Teaching and supervision of junior doctors
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Quality improvement and multidisciplinary care
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Why This Role is Ideal for IMGs
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**Proven track record supporting IMGs through AHPRA and college pathways
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Suitable for:
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**FRACP / substantially comparable physicians**
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**UK CCST / CCT holders (Competent Authority pathway)**
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**RACP assessed or interview-ready candidates**
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Strong peer support and structured onboarding
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Exposure to a broad case mix—ideal for consolidating skills in the Australian system
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The Hospital
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A major regional referral hospital serving the Northern NSW region, delivering comprehensive acute and specialist services.
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Broad specialty coverage including medicine, surgery, ICU, ED, mental health, and women's health




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High patient throughput ensuring excellent clinical exposure**
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Strong focus on teaching, supervision, and professional development**
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Collaborative, multidisciplinary team culture**
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The Location – Why Lismore?
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Located in the heart of the Northern Rivers, Lismore offers a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to some of Australia's most desirable coastal destinations.
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Close to **Byron Bay, Ballina, and the Gold Coast**
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Affordable housing compared to metropolitan centres
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Excellent schools and family-friendly community
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Vibrant local culture, cafés, and markets
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Ideal for doctors seeking **work–life balance without sacrificing career growth**
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What's on Offer
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Competitive salary + **overtime / on-call allowances**
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**Adaptable contracts** – permanent, fixed-term, or long-term locum
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Relocation assistance and visa support (where applicable)
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Supportive team environment with strong leadership
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Opportunities for **teaching, research, and service development**
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Requirements
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**FRACP + AHPRA Specialist Registration**, or
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**UK CCT / Competent Authority eligible**, or
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**IMGs assessed as substantially comparable / interview-ready with RACP**
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Experience in General Medicine at consultant level (or near completion)
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Commitment to **patient-centred care, teamwork, and teaching**
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📌 General Physician- Staff Specialist (North Lismore)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 North Lismore