Consultant Anaesthetist – Central Queensland One of Australia's Best Remuneration Packages | Major Regional Referral HospitalIdeal for UK & Irish CCT Anaesthetists (AHPRA Expedited Pathway Eligible)The Position An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a full-time, permanent Consultant Anaesthetist to join the largest hospital in Central Queensland—a rapidly expanding service with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, education, and workforce growth.As a senior member of the department, you will:Deliver comprehensive pre-operative, peri-operative, and post-operative anaesthetic careProvide input into HDU management and emergency responsesSupervise and mentor Registrars, Provisional Fellows, PHOs, Junior House Officers and Interns within an accredited training departmentParticipate in an expanding and increasingly complex caseload as Central Queensland's healthcare needs continue to growThis is a high-impact role offering outstanding professional development, leadership opportunities and one of the strongest remuneration packages in the country.The Location – Tropical Lifestyle in Central Queensland Set on the Fitzroy River and close to the world-famous Great Barrier Reef, this region offers a warm tropical climate, a vibrant and welcoming community, and exceptional access to natural beauty.EnjoyYear-round sunshine and outdoor livingProximity to theCapricorn Coast ,Great Keppel Island, and reef diving/snorkellingNational parks, hiking, camping, fishing and water sportsA strong, diverse local economy (health, mining, agriculture, tourism)Excellent public and private schools plus a local university campusA more relaxed pace of life, lower cost of living and a friendly, community-focused environmentIt's an ideal move for families, couples, and professionals seeking space, balance and better living.The Facility – Central Queensland's Major Referral Hospital This modern305-bed referral hospitalprovides comprehensive care to a population of over250,000, supported by3,700+ staffand treating more than700,000 patients annually .Key featuresNewly redeveloped hospital with state-of-the-art equipmentFour operating theatres + two procedure roomsSupported by an8-bed ICU/HDUANZCA-accredited department with strong teaching and research activityBroad surgical and procedural casemix including:Obstetrics & GynaecologyOrthopaedicsGeneral SurgeryUrologyENTOphthalmologyGastroenterologyDentistryPreadmission clinics, acute pain service, and procedural sedation servicesComprehensive specialist services including cardiology, oncology, paediatrics, mental health, emergency medicine and moreThis is one of Queensland's most progressive regional hospitals—an ideal environment for a consultant seeking clinical diversity and career progression.RequirementsApplications must hold:FANZCA, orNZ FANZCA, orEquivalent international postgraduate qualifications that meet ANZCA requirements, orSIMGs with an ANZCA assessment outcome of Substantially ComparableUK & Irish CCT Anaesthetists are strongly encouraged to apply, with eligibility via the AHPRA Expedited Specialist Pathway.#J-18808-Ljbffr