Specialist Anaesthetist.

Sante Recruitment; Darwin; On-site; AUD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Private Practice Allowance

Professional Development Allowance

6 weeks annual leave

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Sante Recruitment is seeking a specialist to apply clinical expertise in anaesthesia and perioperative medicine at the Hospitals. As a principal referral centre, RDPH offers modern surgical services and requires high-quality anaesthesia and pain management.

Candidates should possess FANZCA or equivalent qualifications, and demonstrate a commitment to clinical care and education while engaging in cross-cultural health improvement for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Qualifications

• Fellowship of the Australian & New Zealand College of Anaesthetists or overseas equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a cross-cultural environment.
• Commitment to excellence in clinical care, education, and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality anaesthesia, acute pain, and perioperative services.
• Provide emergency after-hours anaesthetic and consultancy services.
• Contribute to education, supervision, and mentoring of junior staff.
• Lead quality improvement and safety initiatives.
• Engage in cross-cultural care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Skills

FANZCA

Specialist Registration

Collaborative work

Clinical excellence

Job description

Darwin, Northern Territory

Attractive package with allowances, relocation, and lifestyle benefits

The Opportunity

Apply your clinical expertise in anaesthesia, acute pain, and perioperative medicine at the Hospitals . As the principal tertiary referral centre for the NT, RDPH provides services across Darwin, the Top End, Western Australia, and South-East Asia. RDH is also recognised as Australia’s National Critical Care and Trauma Response Centre, while it offers modern elective surgical services.

• Deliver high-quality anaesthesia, acute pain, and perioperative medicine services across RDH, PRH, and Surgical Outreach programs.
• Provide emergency after-hours anaesthetic and consultancy services on a roster basis.
• Contribute to education, supervision, and mentoring of junior staff and trainees.
• Lead and participate in quality improvement and safety initiatives within Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine.
• Engage in cross-cultural care, with a strong focus on improving health outcomes for **Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples**.

Skills & Experience

• **FANZCA** (Fellowship of the Australian & New Zealand College of Anaesthetists) or overseas equivalent.
• **Specialist Registration** (or eligibility) with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a cross-cultural environment.
• Commitment to excellence in clinical care, education, and quality improvement.

Rewards & Benefits

• **Competitive remuneration package**
• Private Practice Allowance (up to 50% of base salary)
• Extended Hours Allowance (up to 25% of base salary)
• Professional Development Allowance + 2 weeks PD leave
• 6 weeks annual leave + 3 weeks personal leave
• Recreation leave loading entitlement
• Relocation assistance for interstate candidates

Why Darwin?

Darwin offers a **unique tropical lifestyle** with:

• Stunning **sunsets, beaches, and National Parks**
• A vibrant **multicultural community**
• Access to world-class fishing, outdoor adventure, and cultural experiences
• Affordable housing and a relaxed, family-friendly lifestyle