ENT Surgeon

Latrobe Regional Health; Traralgon; On-site; AUD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Job summary

Latrobe Regional Health (LRH) in Gippsland, Victoria, Australia, invites an experienced ENT Surgeon to join our expanding specialist team on a permanent consultant appointment with relocation support. This role offers a UK‑trained consultant the chance to balance clinical impact with an excellent work‑life balance in one of Australia's most beautiful regions.

LRH supports relocation and professional development, with opportunities to contribute to service development, research, and postgraduate

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent and eligible for registration in Australia.
• Fellowship with ASOHNS (or UK/Irish equivalent with AU recognition).
• Demonstrated senior ENT clinical experience.
• Strong communication with patients, families and colleagues.
• Commitment to clinical governance and multidisciplinary teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide ENT services within your credentialed scope to LRH patients.
• Lead peri-operative management including pre- and post-operative discussions.
• Offer clinical leadership through supervision and teaching of junior staff.
• Collaborate with Operating Theatres, Critical Care, Emergency and allied health teams.
• Participate in audit and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support research and service development aligned with LRH strategy.

Skills

Senior ENT experience

Communication skills

Governance & quality

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

MBBS or equiv

Registration with Medical Board AU

ASOHNS fellowship

Job description

ENT Surgeon – Latrobe Regional Health, Gippsland, Australia

Permanent Consultant Appointment | Relocation Support Available

Latrobe Regional Health (LRH), the major referral hospital for the Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia, is seeking an experienced ENT Surgeon to join our expanding specialist team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a UK‑trained consultant seeking a high‑impact clinical role, excellent work‑life balance, and the chance to live in one of Australia’s most beautiful and affordable regions.

About the Role

As an ENT Surgeon at LRH, you will play a key role in delivering high‑quality specialist care to a diverse regional population. You will work collaboratively with a supportive team of ENT specialists, junior doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals, while contributing to the ongoing development of ENT services across the organisation.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing ENT services within your credentialed scope to LRH patients, ensuring best‑practice, patient‑centred care.
• Peri‑operative management of your patients, including pre‑ and post‑operative discussions.
• Clinical leadership through supervision, teaching, and mentorship of junior medical and nursing staff.
• Service integration with key departments including Operating Theatres, Critical Care, Emergency, Medical/Surgical Units, and Allied Health.
• Participation in audit and quality improvement, contributing to LRH’s commitment to safe, high‑quality care.
• Supporting research and contributing to ongoing service development aligned with LRH’s strategic plan.

About You

You are a compassionate, collaborative clinician who values integrity, respect, and high‑quality patient care. You bring strong communication skills, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Essential qualifications and experience:

• MBBS or equivalent
• Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia
• Fellowship with ASOHNS (or equivalent UK/Irish fellowship with eligibility for Australian recognition)
• Demonstrated senior‑level ENT clinical experience
• Strong communication skills with patients, families, and colleagues
• Commitment to clinical governance, quality improvement, and multidisciplinary teamwork

Why Choose LRH and Gippsland?

Gippsland offers a lifestyle that UK clinicians often describe as transformative:

• Affordable living compared with major Australian cities
• Stunning natural landscapes including beaches, lakes, mountains, and national parks
• Family‑friendly communities with excellent schools
• Easy access to Melbourne (approx. 2 hours)
• Supportive relocation pathways for international medical specialists