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Surgery - Cardiothoracic

  • GARRAN, Australian Capital Territory AU
  • Locum
  • $160 per hour
  • NOW ~ 02 Feb 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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Surgery - Cardiothoracic

  • Bellerine Street (main entrance), Victoria AU
  • Locum
  • $150 per hour
  • NOW ~ 02 Feb 2025
Learn each day, while earning and saving just outside of the bustle of Melbourne. This university hospital pride itself on providing the best care and driving innovation. Boasting more than 1,000 beds, you'll never be bored, and with a large strong and knowledgeable team, you'll be developing y...

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Surgery - Otolaryngology (ENT)

  • Launceston, Tasmania AU
  • Locum
  • $4,000 per day
  • NOW ~ 02 Feb 2025
This hospital is part of an innovative and dynamic organisation dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the surrounding community. They are committed to providing the highest levels of healthcare and services. ​ This is a 300-bed public hospital that provides acute care facilities in t...

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Obstetrics and Gynaecology

  • Wangaratta, Victoria AU
  • Locum
  • $4,000 per day
  • 06 Feb 2025 ~ 31 Mar 2025
Located in the heart of Victoria, this public hospital is a leading healthcare provider in the region. The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and technology, providing patients with the best possible care. The hospital has a range of services including emergency, medical, surgi...

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Emergency Medicine (ED)

  • Mackay, Queensland AU
  • Locum
  • $1,034 per hour
  • 03 Feb 2025 ~ 30 May 2025
Work, dream and live in one of the most sought-after regions in Australia that boasts adventure, ecotourism and year-round superb weather. Located on the stunning East Coast, this major public hospital offers you a diverse and interesting mix of clinical cases, with emergency, delivery, intensi...

Specialist Consultant

Anaesthetics

  • Echuca, Victoria AU
  • Locum
  • $4,000 per day
  • 23 Jan 2025 ~ 30 Jan 2025
This is a public hospital located in a port town 220 km North of Melbourne. As a prevalent tourist destination, the population swells during peak holiday periods and services provided by the hospital are often extended to the many visitors to the area. There are multiple services including: • A...
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Cardiothoracic surgery job market in Australia and New Zealand

Cardiothoracic Surgeons are among the highest-paid medical professionals in Australia and New Zealand, with strong demand across both health services and private practices. In 2024, Cardiothoracic Surgery jobs offer exceptional earning potential, with average salaries in Australia exceeding AUD$450,000 annually for full-time roles, and locum Cardiothoracic Surgeons earning up to AUD$4,000 per day.

In New Zealand, Cardiothoracic Surgeon jobs provide an average annual salary of NZD$350,000, with opportunities for part-time and full-time positions across urban and regional centres.

The demand for skilled Cardiothoracic Surgeons continues to grow, driven by increasing patient needs and advancements in the field. For professionals seeking career growth, our dedicated team can connect you with roles that align with your lifestyle and professional development goals. Whether you're pursuing part-time flexibility or a high-earning full-time position, we’ll help you navigate the competitive cardiothoracic surgery job market.

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