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Latest locum anaesthetics jobs in Australia & New Zealand

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Anaesthetics

  • Nowra, New South Wales AU
  • Locum
  • $4,000 per day
  • 24 Dec 2024 ~ 29 Jan 2025
Located in the beautiful coastal region of New South Wales, this public hospital is a vital healthcare provider for the local community. The hospital is situated in a peaceful and picturesque location, surrounded by stunning beaches, national parks, and scenic waterways. The hospital is easily ac...

Specialist Consultant

Anaesthetics

  • Nowra, New South Wales AU
  • Locum
  • $4,000 per day
  • 24 Dec 2024 ~ 29 Jan 2025
Located in the beautiful coastal region of New South Wales, this public hospital is a vital healthcare provider for the local community. The hospital is situated in a peaceful and picturesque location, surrounded by stunning beaches, national parks, and scenic waterways. The hospital is easily ac...

Specialist Consultant

Anaesthetics

  • Nowra, New South Wales AU
  • Locum
  • $4,000 per day
  • 24 Dec 2024 ~ 29 Jan 2025
Located in the beautiful coastal region of New South Wales, this public hospital is a vital healthcare provider for the local community. The hospital is situated in a peaceful and picturesque location, surrounded by stunning beaches, national parks, and scenic waterways. The hospital is easily ac...

Specialist Consultant

Anaesthetics

  • GARRAN, Australian Capital Territory AU
  • Locum
  • $369 per hour
  • 06 Jan 2025 ~ 08 Jan 2025
This public hospital in Australia is located in a bustling city with a vibrant culture and a diverse population. The hospital is a major tertiary referral center, providing a wide range of medical and surgical services to patients from across the region. The hospital has a strong focus on patient...
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Locum Consultants can earn fantastic rates with flexible hours and locations across Australia and New Zealand. No matter your future financial goals - locuming is a great way to boost your earnings.

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Meet our expert Anaesthetic team, dedicated to placing doctors in hospitals and clinics across Australasia. With strong ties to healthcare facilities, they ensure you access specialist roles before they reach the market.

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Debbie Fahey (New Zealand)

What I love about my role: Working with such a positive team. I love building great connections with both doctors and hospitals.

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Shang Li (Australia)

What I love about my role: Being able to contribute towards reducing surgery waitlists and decrease the number of cancelled surgeries from lack of doctors

The anaesthetics job market in Australia and New Zealand

Anaesthetists' highly specialist skills are in demand across Australia and New Zealand. With surgical procedures on the rise, the need for anaesthetists across private and public hospitals is also rising.

The median anaesthetic doctor salary in Australia in 2025 is between AUD$250,000 - $600,000 per annum, with some anaesthesiologists earning over AUD$600,000 per year. Locum anaesthetics consultants are earning up to AUD$3,000 a day.

In New Zealand, doctors specialising in anaesthetics typically earn an average salary ranging from NZD $200,000 to NZD $300,000 annually. Locum anaesthetics consultants earn up to NZD $2,000 a day. If you're looking for anaesthetic registrar jobs in Australia or New Zealand, we have various opportunities to suit you.

However, it is important to note that both these salary scales depend on various factors, such as years of experience, geographical location, and the type of healthcare facility you work in.