Staff Specialist / Visiting Medical Officer - Anaesthesia

# Staff Specialist / Visiting Medical Officer - Anaesthesia > Mediix · Newcastle, Australia · — · Posted 2026-04-26 **Workplace:** on_site ## Description ### Staff Specialist / Visiting Medical Officer (VMO) – Anaesthesia **Major Regional Referral Hospital | NSW** **Permanent | Full-Time or Part-Time** **Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer** **Immediate Start Available** We are partnering with a **large, modern regional referral hospital** in **coastal NSW**, within easy reach of a major metropolitan centre, to recruit **Anaesthetists** to join a highly regarded and rapidly expanding Anaesthesia Department. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a **close-knit, consultant-led team** with a strong culture of support, teaching and clinical excellence, within a **purpose-built hospital** that continues to grow in scope and capability. ### The Hospital This is a **newly redeveloped, state-of-the-art public hospital** servicing a large and growing population across its region. - Major regional referral centre within a large NSW Local Health District - Purpose-built modern facility with significant recent and ongoing expansion - Once fully expanded, the hospital will operate: - **8 fully functional operating theatres** - **2 procedural rooms** - Strong perioperative infrastructure including: - Advanced recovery and day-stay units - Interventional radiology and cardiology procedural support - Supported by a **Level 5 Intensive Care Unit (ICU)** providing post-operative and critical care services ### The Anaesthesia Department The Anaesthesia Department is a **cornerstone clinical service** within the hospital and is known for its **exceptional culture, collegiality and leadership support**. ### Scope of Services The department provides comprehensive anaesthetic services across a wide range of specialties, including: - General Surgery - Orthopaedics - Obstetrics & Gynaecology - Urology - ENT - Paediatrics - Ophthalmology - Endoscopy and procedural services - Diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures ### Obstetric Anaesthesia - Recognised **regional referral centre for obstetric care** - Comprehensive obstetric anaesthesia service including: - Labour epidurals - Emergency and elective caesarean sections - Close collaboration with O&G, midwifery and neonatal teams ### Pain Management - Expertise in both **acute and chronic pain management** - Integral role in perioperative and post-operative patient care ### Team & Culture You will be joining a **small, highly cohesive consultant group** comprising both Staff Specialists and VMOs, known for: - Strong internal support and mentorship - Genuine teamwork and approachability - A culture that values both professional excellence and personal wellbeing - Close collaboration with surgeons, ICU, nursing and allied health teams The department places significant emphasis on **pre-operative assessment, optimisation and continuity of care**, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes. ### Teaching, Training & Leadership This department has a **strong education and training mandate** and is: - Accredited for **ANZCA training and GP Anaesthetic training** - Involved in extended skills training for Emergency Medicine and Intensive Care - Actively involved in: - Medical student teaching - Junior doctor supervision - Simulation training - Ongoing professional development There are opportunities for **clinical leadership and operational involvement**, contributing to the future direction of anaesthetic services across the wider network. ### International Medical Graduates (SIMGs) – Strongly Encouraged This service has a **proven track record of successfully supporting Specialist International Medical Graduates**, including doctors from the UK and other comparable health systems. You will receive guidance through **expedited SIMG specialist registration pathways,** Relocation, Housing, Schooling and community integration for you and your familily. Multiple SIMGs are currently thriving within the department. ### Essential Requirements - Primary medical degree registrable with **AHPRA** - **Fellowship of ANZCA** or: - Nearing completion (within 6 months), **or** - Eligibility via approved overseas specialist pathways - Recent and comprehensive experience in Anaesthesia - Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team - Commitment to teaching, supervision and quality improvement ### Remuneration & Benefits - Competitive **Staff Specialist or VMO remuneration** (NSW Health awards) - Salary packaging benefits: - Up to **$9,000 living expenses** - Up to **$2,600 meals & entertainment** - Novated leasing options - **11.5% superannuation** on top of salary - Annual leave loading - Fitness and wellbeing programs - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family ### Lifestyle Located in a **highly desirable regional coastal area**, offering: - Affordable housing compared to capital cities - Excellent schools and family-friendly communities - Access to beaches, wineries, national parks and outdoor lifestyle - Easy access to a major city for tertiary services, travel and partner employment For a **confidential discussion** about the department, workload, on-call expectations, or to schedule a call with the HOD please reach out to 📧 ## Apply [Apply at Mediix](https://apply.workable.com/mediix-recruitment/j/08987D4E55/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)