Orthopaedic Surgeon

Jps Medical Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

Jps Medical Recruitment is seeking a FRACS-qualified Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon for a full-time role at a regional referral hospital in Victoria. The position offers operative autonomy and meaningful regional impact, with exposure to elective and trauma cases and a supportive MDT.

Applicants must hold FRACS in Orthopaedic Surgery, be registered with AHPRA (or eligible), and have pathways for international graduates assessed by RACS.

Qualifications

• FRACS in Orthopaedic Surgery is required.
• AHPRA Specialist Registration or eligibility is required.
• RACS assessment for international graduates may be considered if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Elective orthopaedic surgery.
• Regional trauma and fracture management.
• Acute on‑call responsibilities.
• Integration with Anaesthetics and ICU.

Education

FRACS – Orthopaedic Surgery

AHPRA Specialist Registration (or eligibility)

RACS assessment for international graduates

Job description

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon | Regional Referral Hospital | Victoria

The Opportunity

We are working closely with a well-established regional hospital in Victoria and are keen to connect with FRACS-qualified Orthopaedic Surgeons interested in full-time opportunities within a stable and growing surgical service. The department provides a mix of elective and trauma orthopaedic surgery across a substantial regional and cross-border catchment. Consultants practise with genuine clinical ownership while working within a structured multidisciplinary model. This role will appeal to Surgeons seeking operative autonomy, continuity of care and long-term regional stability.

The Hospital & Orthopaedic Services

This is a substantial regional hospital providing acute and specialist services to a large rural population.

• Elective orthopaedic surgery
• Regional trauma and fracture management
• Acute on-call responsibilities
• Integration with Anaesthetics and ICU
• Established theatre infrastructure
• Multidisciplinary peri-operative support

The hospital functions as the primary orthopaedic referral centre for the surrounding region.

Why Consider This Role

• Strong elective and trauma mix
• Meaningful regional clinical impact
• Balanced on-call structure
• Supportive MDT environment
• Substantially comparable pathway supported

For interstate or international applicants, the RACS specialist assessment and AHPRA registration pathway can be clearly structured and supported.

The Location

Based in a thriving regional centre along the Murray River, the area offers warm climate, minimal commute times and strong community infrastructure. The lifestyle combines affordability with wineries, fresh produce and outdoor recreation.

Requirements

• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS - Orthopaedic Surgery)
• Specialist Registration with AHPRA (or eligibility)
• International Medical Graduates assessed by RACS as partially or substantially comparable