Anaesthetic Jobs in Australia
Let YDJ Source the Best Anaesthetist Jobs to Match Your Career Goals
Your Doctor Jobs (YDJ) began its journey in anaesthetics recruitment by working closely with rural and regional GP Anaesthetists, many of whom held Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas in Anaesthetics. Building on this foundation, we’ve since expanded to place qualified Anaesthetists across a broad network of public and private hospitals throughout Australia.
Anaesthetics, or anaesthesiology, in Australia is highly advanced and maintains some of the world’s highest practice standards. Recent significant investments in anaesthesia facilities mean that most Australian hospitals now have access to the latest cutting-edge equipment and technology.
Australia has earned a global reputation for offering some of the best
anaesthetist jobs worldwide. With an increasing number of surgical procedures being performed, the demand for skilled
Anaesthetists continues to grow across both public and private hospital networks nationwide.
Most Anaesthetists working full-time equivalent (FTE) roles in Australia typically work between 38 to 40 hours per week, with some on-call responsibilities. Generally, Anaesthetists focus on covering operating theatres and pain management services, while Intensive Care Units (ICUs) are usually staffed by Intensivists, who often have an anaesthetic background. It is very uncommon for Anaesthetists to manage both ICU duties and theatre responsibilities simultaneously.
Benefit from our expert Anaesthetics recruitment consultants, who will get to know your career and lifestyle goal, in order to provide informed advice on the various Anaesthetic job options to suit your needs.
Whether you’re searching for a locum or permanent role, in an established private practice or public hospital, we can accommodate your preferences. The sessional nature of the work also offers agreeable flexible working opportunities suited to part-time roles.
Register with our Anaesthetics team today to discuss your requirements and access our exclusive permanent Anaesthetist jobs and locum Anaesthetist contracts.
What Subspecialties of Anaesthetics do we recruit for?
- General Anaesthesia
- Paediatric Anaesthesia
- Obstetric Anaesthesia
- Cardiac Anaesthesia
- Neuro-Anaesthesia
- ICU Cover (Intensive Care Unit)
- Pain Management Clinics
What salary can you expect as an Anaesthetist?
- Anaesthetists pursuing permanent roles in Australia can expect to earn between $250,000 and $500,000 per year, depending on their experience and seniority.
- Visiting Medical Officer (VMO Anaesthetists) often earn in excess of $500,000 annually.
- For those interested in locum work, daily rates typically range from $1,500 to over $3,500, reflecting varying levels of expertise and responsibility.
What qualifications do you need to work in Australia?
The specialist qualification for Anaesthetists in Australia is the Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA). If you trained overseas, you can compare your program against the RANZCP training program to determine equivalence in content, duration, governance, and assessment. Doctors trained in the UK/Ireland (MRCA + CCT) and Canada are often considered comparable and may be eligible to apply for Specialist Assessment in Australia.
All doctors receive expert guidance on the registration process with ANZCA, the Medical Board of Australia, AHPRA, and Medicare. We also provide access to an external migration agent for assistance with immigration and visa matters.
