Staff Anaesthetist — Pain Management & Teaching Leader

Austin Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Wellbeing program

Onsite childcare

Job summary

Austin Health in Melbourne is seeking a Staff Anaesthetist to deliver high‑level anaesthetic services across campuses. The role includes routine anaesthesia, on‑call duties, and teaching responsibilities in a collaborative environment.

Interest in complex pain management is highly desirable. You will contribute to research, clinical audits and quality improvement while providing leadership and training to junior staff.

Qualifications

• Registration with AHPRA and Fellowship of ANZCA or equivalent.
• Commitment to high‑quality patient care and ongoing research or clinical audit.
• Active involvement in meetings, teaching and undergraduate/postgraduate training.
• Clear communication and teamwork aligned with Austin Health values.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine anaesthesia services within approved scope.
• Contribute to after‑hours on‑call duties and clinical leadership.
• Supervise and educate junior medical and nursing staff; participate in teaching.
• Engage in research, audits and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Complex pain management

Teaching and training

Research and clinical audit

Education

AHPRA medical practitioner registration (Australia)

Fellowship of ANZCA (or equivalent)

Job description

Austin Health in Melbourne is seeking a Staff Anaesthetist to deliver high‑level anaesthetic services across campuses. The role includes routine anaesthesia, on‑call duties, and teaching responsibilities in a collaborative environment.

Interest in complex pain management is highly desirable. You will contribute to research, clinical audits and quality improvement while providing leadership and training to junior staff.