Consultant anaesthetist opportunity, 1.5 hrs from Melbourne CBD. Earn up to $430k P.A.

Bendigo is a thriving regional city in Victoria’s Goldfields, offering a vibrant arts scene, excellent amenities and a strong sense of community. Located just 1.5 hours from Melbourne, it combines easy city access with a relaxed lifestyle. The area features beautiful parks, wineries and a range of prestigious private schools, making it an attractive option for families. Housing remains more affordable than metropolitan areas, supporting a high quality of life.

Bendigo Hospital is a state-of-the-art regional facility, completed in 2018, with approximately 700 beds. It provides comprehensive services to a large catchment and is known for its modern infrastructure and collaborative clinical workplace. An opportunity is available for a Consultant Anaesthetist to deliver high-quality perioperative care, contribute to clinical leadership and teaching of junior staff, and work closely with surgical, emergency and critical care teams within a supportive multidisciplinary service.

Remuneration package highlights

- Total package of up to $430k, which includes:
- 12% Superannuation





Community Highlights

- Bendigo has a population of around 120,000 and is a key regional hub in Victoria’s Goldfields.
- Great housing options– from heritage homes and modern family houses to lifestyle acreage and low-maintenance apartments.
- Bendigo has strong schooling options, including a number of well-regarded private schools, solid public schools, and good academic and vocational pathways.
- It’s just 1.5 hours to Melbourne with direct train services, as well as easy road access via the Calder Highway.

Selection Criteria

- FANZCA or assessed by ANZCA as substantially comparable.
- Willingness to supervise and teach advanced trainees, junior medical staff, and students
- Willingness to participate in on - call roster

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📌 Consultant Anaesthetist, Bendigo
🏢 Spinner Medical Recruitment
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