Consultant / Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon
Regional VIC | 2 hours to Melbourne | Up to $420,000 +
Shape a growing orthopaedic service in a fast-expanding regional hub. Join a supportive department with strong links to metropolitan tertiary centres and the University of Melbourne Medical School ideal for specialists who value teaching, research, and high-quality patient care.
Why
* Up to $420,000 package
* State-of-the-art facilities in a multi-million-dollar transformation
* Only ~2 hours to Melbourne and the international airport
* Affordable living and excellent private schools
* Vibrant food & wine scene, great weather, sport, arts and easy outdoor access
* Collegial team with real scope to shape services
The role
Deliver safe, efficient and patient-centred general orthopaedics at consultant level, including:
* Outpatient clinics (schedule by agreement with the Clinical Director/CMO)
* Theatre lists and peri-operative care
* Consultative support to ED and inpatient teams
* Collaboration with community health services
Casemix includes pre-/post-op care, upper & lower limb, major joints, hip & back problems, fractures and acute injuries (adult & paediatric).
About you
* AHPRA Specialist Registration (Orthopaedic Surgery, FRACS) or RACS "Substantially Comparable" assessment (IMGs welcome)
* Broad general orthopaedics skill set
* Demonstrated teaching and research experience
* Commitment to evidence-based practice and service improvement
The hospital & region
Serving one of regional Australia's fastest-growing communities, the Health Service offers modern facilities, supportive leadership and strong academic ties. Live a balanced lifestyle with quality housing, schools, cafés, culture and easy city access—the best of provincial and metropolitan living.
* Supportive department and executive team
* Education, research and service-development opportunities
How to apply
Please send your CV and cover letter to Nicki Wade at
For a confidential discussion, call Nicki on