Consultant Anaesthetist – Armidale Rural Referral Hospital HNELHD | Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer Up to $20,000 Relocation Rural Incentive Scheme | Accommodation Included Shape your career in a modern, fully redeveloped regional referral hospital with an exceptional lifestyle to match. Armidale Rural Referral Hospital offers a rare blend of case diversity, strong clinical collaboration, and the freedom to enjoy the best of New England living. Why Armidale Rural Referral Hospital? A modern, progressive hospital * Newly redeveloped Level 4 facility * Four state-of-the-art operating theatres, day surgery, ED and CCU * Broad elective surgical program responsive emergency workload Anaesthetists are central to both elective and acute services, supported by a cohesive multidisciplinary team and strong clinical leadership. A Supportive, Collegial Department * Daily collaboration with surgeons, O&G, ED, physicians, anaesthetic nurses and recovery staff * A culture built on teamwork, continuity of care and professional respect * Well-structured lists and a balanced roster that supports both service and lifestyle Your Clinical Scope As a Consultant Anaesthetist, you will provide comprehensive anaesthetic services across elective, urgent and emergency cases, with perioperative clinic duties shared on rotation. Diverse Case Mix * Orthopaedics: joint replacements, trauma, broad general orthopaedics * General Surgery: laparoscopic cholecystectomy, bowel resections, hernia repairs, gastroenterology * Obstetrics & Gynaecology: epidurals, caesarean section anaesthesia * Urology: endoscopic and elective procedures * Dental Surgery This variety supports wide-ranging professional development while delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to the New England community. Relocation & Incentives We support your move with generous benefits, including: * Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme: up to $10,000 in year one up to $10,000 annually thereafter (pro-rata; Staff Specialist only) * Relocation assistance: up to $20,000 * Accommodation: up to 4 months provided * Personalised settlement concierge: support with housing, schools, utilities and community connections * Easy travel: Direct QantasLink flights Armidale ↔ Sydney for CME and family travel *Minimum 18-month commitment. All payments pro-rata for part-time. Eligibility via the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. Enjoy a vibrant university city with a welcoming community, cool-climate vineyards, national parks, heritage streetscapes and a relaxed, affordable lifestyle—all without sacrificing access to modern healthcare and ongoing professional development. Expedited Specialist Pathway – International Specialists Welcome If you're an international Specialist Anaesthetist, the Expedited Specialist Pathway offers a streamlined route to begin practising in Australia sooner. Eligible SIMGs can access: * Recognition of specialist qualifications listed by the Medical Board of Australia * Specialist registration upon approval * Only six months of supervised practice before full independent practice Currently available in Anaesthesia, Psychiatry, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, and General Practice, with more specialties to be added.