Vmo/Specialist - Anaesthetist - Orange

Sante Recruitment; Orange City Council; On-site; AUD 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Orange Health Service in Orange, NSW is seeking an experienced Staff Specialist Anaesthetist to join a friendly, professional team within the Western NSW Local Health District. The role offers a meaningful regional career with strong professional development, active involvement in trainee education, and opportunities to contribute to hospital teaching and quality initiatives.

You will provide high-quality anaesthetic services, participate in the departmental on‑call roster, and work closely with

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality anaesthetic services and participate in the departmental on-call roster.
• Contribute to the education of anaesthetic trainees and medical students from the University of Sydney Rural Medical School.
• Engage in clinical meetings, education, audits and quality assurance activities.

Job description

Staff Specialist Anaesthetist | Orange, NSWRegional NSW | Excellent Work–Life Balance | Active Anaesthetic Training Program | Teaching & Education Opportunities An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Anaesthetist to join a friendly and professional team at Orange Health Service, within the Western NSW Local Health District.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Anaesthetist seeking a meaningful regional career, strong professional development and an outstanding work–life balance, while contributing to the education and training of the next generation of doctors.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Join a supportive and professional Anaesthetic team
• Excellent work–life balance
• Provide Anaesthetic services at Orange Health Service
• Participate in the Anaesthetic on-call roster
• Active Anaesthetic trainee training program
• Opportunity to teach Anaesthetic trainees and residents
• Teaching opportunities with University of Sydney Rural Medical School students
• Participate in clinical meetings, education, audit and quality assurance
• Flexible work practices, where appropriate
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Country lifestyle with excellent access to schools, housing, food, wine and outdoor activities

The Role

The successful applicant will provide high-quality Anaesthetic services at Orange Health Service and participate in the departmental on-call roster.

You will also contribute to the department's strong education and training culture, including:

• Teaching Anaesthetic trainees
• Supporting resident medical officers
• Teaching medical students from the University of Sydney Rural Medical School
• Participating in clinical meetings
• Quality assurance and audit activities
• Anaesthetic departmental meetings
• Postgraduate education and professional development

This is an excellent opportunity for an Anaesthetist who enjoys both clinical practice and teaching and wants to contribute to a growing regional medical service.

Professional Development

The position provides opportunities for ongoing learning and professional growth, including:

• In-house education and training
• Access to My Health Learning
• NSW Health Registered Training Organisation programs
• Professional development opportunities
• Career development and accelerated progression opportunities
• Participation in a well-established Anaesthetic training environment

About Orange Health Service

Orange Health Service is part of the Western NSW Local Health District and provides an important regional health service to the Central West.

The service offers a supportive professional environment and provides an opportunity to develop a rewarding long‑term career while enjoying the benefits of regional living.

Life in Orange

Orange is one of NSW's premier food and wine regions, offering an exceptional lifestyle for individuals and families.

The region enjoys a mild temperate climate, with warm summers, cool winters and occasional snowfall.

Orange Offers

• Prestigious schooling options
• More affordable housing and land
• Excellent cafés, restaurants and local produce
• Renowned wineries and vineyards
• Beautiful countryside and outdoor activities
• Strong community connections
• Growing employment opportunities
• Less commuting and congestion than metropolitan areas
• More time to enjoy family, friends and community life

For health professionals, Orange provides the opportunity to build a meaningful regional medical career without sacrificing lifestyle.

Relocation Support

The Welcome Experience, a free NSW Government service, supports workers and their families who have accepted positions with Western NSW Local Health District in eligible locations.

Support Can Include Assistance With

• Housing
• Schooling
• Partner employment
• Community connections
• Settling into the region