Join our network and help Australian communities while achieving your lifestyle and career goals. Speak to the experts in Anaesthetics recruitment with the largest network of jobs in Australia and New Zealand
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Our team have a deep knowledge of the healthcare industry's nuances, long-standing relationships, and a wealth of insights into trends, salary benchmarks, and in-demand skills, offering personalised guidance tailored to your career aspirations.
You will be assigned a dedicated recruitment expert in your field, committed to helping you reach your career and lifestyle goals with personalised service and ongoing placement support.
We have our finger on the pulse when it comes to medical recruitment in Australia. Speak to the experts in medical recruitment with the largest network of jobs including access to exclusive roles.
Being a locum allows me to keep my skill up to an acceptable level and keep my registration current.
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.
For most placements, your travel and accommodation costs are covered. Many of our Consultant locums even bring their family along for a working holiday.
Search yourself or take advantage of our free career support service and let our team find roles for you. We’re preferred suppliers to hospitals and clinics in Australia and New Zealand, meaning more chance of finding the perfect role.
Life as a doctor demands you give everything. Dr Sam Hazledine learned this first as an intern. Years later, Medrecruit was his response. Sam successfully lobbied the World Medical Association to amend the Declaration of Geneva (the modern-day Hippocratic Oath) to include:
I will attend to my own health, wellbeing, and abilities in order to provide care of the highest standard.
Medrecruit continues to advocate for, educate, and work towards better health and wellbeing for all doctors.
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.
What I love about my role: Being able to genuinely help the medical industry by placing great doctors in hospitals that are a perfect fit for them.
What I love about my role: Working with such a positive team. I love building great connections with both doctors and hospitals.
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 is approximately AUD $350,000 per annum, with some Anaesthesiologists earning over AUD $500,000 per year. Locum Anaesthetics consultants are earning up to AUD $3,500 a day.
In New Zealand, doctors specialising in anaesthetics typically earn an average salary ranging from NZD $150,000 to NZD $300,000 annually. Locum Anaesthetics consultants earn up to NZD $2,500 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.
Anaesthetics registrars in Australia typically earn between AUD$90,000 to AUD$130,000 per year, depending on experience and location. Salaries may vary by state and hospital.
Yes, Australia frequently requires anaesthetists, especially in rural areas. Things like cosmetic surgery and an ageing population is increasing demand, which varies by region. For the most updated demand, consult your Medrecruit Solutions Specialist.
Anaesthetic doctors in Australia, or anaesthetists, typically earn between AUD$300,000 to AUD$500,000 annually, with variations based on experience, location, and subspecialty. Top consultants may earn more.
Anaesthetic doctors in New Zealand can earn between NZD$151,000 to NZD$600,000 annually, depending on their experience and location. Higher salaries are often seen in senior positions and in specialised healthcare centres.
Yes, New Zealand often has demand for medical professionals, including anaesthetists. Regions outside main cities typically have higher needs. You can check with your Medrecruit Solutions Specialist for current demand levels
Our Specialist Anaesthetics team can help you find roles in these subspecialties:
According to the latest data from the Australian Tax Office, anaesthetists and anesthesiologists in Australia earned an average taxable income of $386,065.
Where you’re based, your level of training and other factors can have an impact on how much you earn. But the data’s clear: anaesthetics is one of the best-paid medical specialities, vying with a surgeons salary for Australia’s best-paid job.
Your registration number, a current CV and three references are the essentials of any job application. Other paperwork that's commonly required is:
What you'll need can vary slightly between Australian states and in New Zealand. Some states/locations also ask you complete an online training course (eMedical Courses). We're here to help guide you through the requirements and we'll give you a checklist detailing everything you need.
Nope! Our service is free for doctors. We're paid by hospitals and clinics for our services and are preferred suppliers in several states and areas. Because we have a huge network of doctors, we save clinics and hospitals time (and money) by taking the stress out of the hiring and credentialing process.
This depends on where you work – the hospital or clinic chooses how a doctor is paid. This will work one of three ways:
Your recruitment specialist can let you know which method you’ll be paid by for each job you undertake.
To find anaesthetic locum jobs, register with healthcare recruitment agencies specialising in anaesthetics and locum placements, like Medrecruit. Explore job listings on medical job boards and hospital websites. Joining professional networks and associations related to anaesthesia can provide valuable job leads and opportunities. Ensure your registration with the relevant medical board is up to date for the regions you're interested in working. Search anaesthetic locum jobs.
