General Surgeon | Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital Specialist General Surgery | Major Rural Referral Centre | Excellent Lifestyle
An outstanding opportunity is available for a
General Surgeon
to join a highly skilled and supportive team of locally based specialists at one of Australia's leading rural referral centres.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop a rewarding long-term career in a dynamic regional setting while providing high-quality surgical care to a diverse and growing community.
Surgeons holding Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) and/or Specialist Registration with AHPRA are encouraged to apply.
The Opportunity
The successful General Surgeon will join an established specialist team providing comprehensive surgical services across the Tamworth region.
The Role Offers The Opportunity To
Provide high-quality specialist General Surgery services across inpatient and outpatient settings
Participate in a broad range of elective and emergency surgical presentations
Work collaboratively with experienced specialists, medical officers and multidisciplinary teams
Contribute to clinical leadership, quality improvement and service development
Support the education and supervision of junior medical staff and trainees
Participate in teaching and mentoring of medical students and surgical trainees
Develop your clinical interests within a supportive regional specialist environment
About Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital
Tamworth Hospital services a catchment population of approximately
205,000 people
and is one of the largest and most advanced rural referral hospitals in Australia.
Following a
$220 million acute services redevelopment completed in ****
,



the hospital provides modern facilities, expanded clinical services and a strong focus on innovation, quality and patient-centred care.
The hospital provides an important referral service to communities throughout the New England region and offers specialists the opportunity to manage a varied and engaging caseload while working within a well-established multidisciplinary workplace.
Teaching & Professional Development
Tamworth Hospital has a strong academic and teaching focus and is affiliated with the
University of Newcastle Bachelor of Medicine program
and the
Joint Medical Program with the University of New England
.
The successful candidate will have excellent opportunities to contribute to:
Undergraduate medical education
Teaching and mentoring of junior doctors
Surgical training and professional development
Clinical education and multidisciplinary learning
Quality improvement and service development
This provides an ideal environment for a surgeon seeking to combine a varied clinical practice with teaching and academic involvement.
About You
To be considered for this position, you will hold:
FRACS or equivalent specialist surgical qualifications
Specialist Registration with AHPRA, or eligibility for specialist registration
Appropriate experience in General Surgery
Solid clinical and communication skills




A commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care
The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
An interest in teaching, supervision and professional development
International Medical Specialists (SIMGs)
With suitable qualifications and eligibility for the relevant Australian specialist pathway are also encouraged to enquire.
Why Tamworth?
Tamworth offers an excellent combination of professional opportunity and regional lifestyle.
Home to approximately
60,000 residents
, Tamworth is a vibrant and welcoming regional city located approximately halfway between Sydney and Brisbane.
Residents Enjoy
Affordable housing compared with major metropolitan centres
Short commute times
Excellent schools and education options
A strong community atmosphere
Cafés, restaurants and local entertainment
Extensive sporting and cultural activities
Easy access to national parks and outdoor recreation
Daily flights to major capital cities
For individuals and families, Tamworth provides the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of regional living while maintaining excellent connectivity with Australia's major metropolitan centres.
Why Apply?
Join an established team of locally based specialists
Work within a major rural referral hospital
Broad and varied General Surgery caseload
Excellent teaching and training workplace
Opportunities for professional development and service improvement
Modern hospital facilities following major redevelopment
Strong regional community and lifestyle
Excellent opportunity for both Australian-trained specialists and suitably qualified SIMGs
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