Consultant Anaesthetist – Armidale Rural Referral Hospital HNELHD | Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer Up to $20,000 Relocation Rural Incentive Scheme | Accommodation Included Shape your career in a modern, fully redeveloped regional referral hospital with an exceptional lifestyle to match. Armidale Rural Referral Hospital offers a rare blend of case diversity, strong clinical collaboration, and the freedom to enjoy the best of New England living. Why Armidale Rural Referral Hospital? A modern, progressive hospital Newly redeveloped Level 4 facility Four state-of-the-art operating theatres, day surgery, ED and CCU Broad elective surgical program responsive emergency workload Anaesthetists are central to both elective and acute services, supported by a cohesive multidisciplinary team and strong clinical leadership. A Supportive, Collegial Department Daily collaboration with surgeons, O&G, ED, physicians, anaesthetic nurses and recovery staff A culture built on teamwork, continuity of care and professional respect Well-structured lists and a balanced roster that supports both service and lifestyle Your Clinical Scope As a Consultant Anaesthetist, you will provide comprehensive anaesthetic services across elective, urgent and emergency cases, with perioperative clinic duties shared on rotation. Diverse Case Mix Orthopaedics: joint replacements, trauma, broad general orthopaedics General Surgery: laparoscopic cholecystectomy, bowel resections, hernia repairs, gastroenterology Obstetrics & Gynaecology: epidurals, caesarean section anaesthesia Urology: endoscopic and elective procedures Dental Surgery This variety supports wide-ranging professional development while delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to the New England community. Relocation & Incentives We support your move with generous benefits, including: Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme: up to $10,000 in year one up to $10,000 annually thereafter (pro-rata; Staff Specialist only) Relocation assistance: up to $20,000 Accommodation: up to 4 months provided Personalised settlement concierge: support with housing, schools, utilities and community connections Easy travel: Direct QantasLink flights Armidale ↔ Sydney for CME and family travel Minimum 18-month commitment. All payments pro-rata for part-time. Eligibility via the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. Enjoy a vibrant university city with a welcoming community, cool-climate vineyards, national parks, heritage streetscapes and a relaxed, affordable lifestyle—all without sacrificing access to modern healthcare and ongoing professional development. Expedited Specialist Pathway – International Specialists Welcome If you're an international Specialist Anaesthetist, the Expedited Specialist Pathway offers a streamlined route to begin practising in Australia sooner. Eligible SIMGs can access: Recognition of specialist qualifications listed by the Medical Board of Australia Specialist registration upon approval Only six months of supervised practice before full independent practice Currently available in Anaesthesia, Psychiatry, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, and General Practice, with more specialties to be added.
