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Surgery - Otolaryngology (ENT)

  • Launceston, Tasmania AU
  • Locum
  • $3,500 per day
  • 22 Dec 2025 ~ 05 Jan 2026
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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Surgery - Otolaryngology (ENT)

  • Bega, New South Wales AU
  • Locum
  • $3,000 per day
  • NOW ~ 07 Feb 2026
Lush rainforests, glassy waterways, and a township famous for its cheese - it doesn’t get much better than this! This is a state-of-the-art 70-bed acute rural hospital that provides a wide range of services and treatments, including Medicine, Surgery, Orthopaedics, Obstetrics, Paediatrics, Psychi...

Specialist Consultant

Surgery - Otolaryngology (ENT)

  • Tiwi, Northern Territory AU
  • Locum
  • $3,000 per day
  • NOW ~ 29 Jan 2026
This public hospital in Australia is located in a bustling city with a diverse population. The hospital is a major referral center for the Northern Territory and provides a wide range of services including emergency care, surgery, intensive care, and mental health services. The hospital has a str...
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Locuming is great and one of the best decisions of my work as now I can balance my busy private practice with locum so well that I can spend more time with my family during school breaks with a good financial reward.

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ENT surgeon job market in Australia and New Zealand

ENT surgeons (Ear, Nose, and Throat specialists) are in high demand across Australia and New Zealand, with rewarding opportunities available in both private hospitals and leading regional health services. Salaries for ENT surgeons vary based on experience and location, with average annual earnings reaching $400,000 AUD in Australia. Locum ENT Surgeons can earn up to $3,800 AUD per day, reflecting the high demand for ENT and Head and Neck specialists. In New Zealand, ENT surgeons earn an average of $250,000 NZD annually, with additional opportunities for lucrative locum placements.

With the chance to work full-time or part-time in state-of-the-art operating theatres and rooms including advanced diagnostic equipment, ENT surgeons benefit from diverse opportunities. Whether managing patients in practice located within a leading health service or collaborating with the Royal Australian College of Surgeons, these roles provide unparalleled professional development. Let us connect you with a time role that suits your goals.

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Meet our expert Surgery 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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This depends on where you work – the hospital or clinic chooses how a doctor is paid. This will work one of three ways:

  • You’re paid by the hospital/clinic as an employee
  • You’re paid by the hospital/clinic as a contractor
  • Medrecruit pays you directly (this can be as a casual employee of Medrecruit or via your company)

Your recruitment specialist can tell you which method you’ll be paid for each job you undertake.

No, 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.

Your registration number, a current CV and three references are the essentials of any job application. Other paperwork that's commonly required is:

  • Evidence of vaccinations,
  • Evidence of your degree/fellowship,
  • Annual Practicing Certificates,
  • Indemnity,
  • A certified copy of your passport and/or driver’s licence,
  • Police vetting form.

What you'll need can vary slightly between Australian states and New Zealand. Some states/locations also require you to 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.

Known as one of the best medical locum recruitment agencies in Australia and New Zealand, we're preferred suppliers to hospitals and health care practices across Australasia. This means we can get jobs to you before they've reached the market. Our recruiters and dedicated placement teams go the extra mile to deliver exceptional service and be the very best locum agency. Our consultants are experienced, knowledgeable and strong negotiators. They will find the right job for you at the best rate.

Yes, otolaryngology (ENT) surgeons are in demand in Australia. The growing population and increased focus on specialised surgical care have created consistent opportunities for ENT surgeons.

Yes, otolaryngology (ENT) surgeons are in demand in New Zealand. With a need for specialists across both urban and regional areas, the country actively seeks skilled ENT professionals.

ENT surgeons in Australia typically earn between $250,000 and $500,000 AUD per year, depending on experience and job setting. Higher earnings are possible in private practice or specialised roles.

ENT surgeons in New Zealand generally earn between $200,000 and $400,000 NZD annually. Senior roles or private practice opportunities may offer higher compensation.

We connect ENT Surgeons with a variety of different roles, from seeking part-time positions to full-time opportunities in hospitals, clinics, and tertiary health services.

Medical practitioners roles include locum and permanent positions, with leadership options like Director of Surgery, and work in multidisciplinary teams, including mental health services. When you register you will be paired with a Solution Specialist who will get to know your experience and goals to ensure they find roles with job descriptions that are the right, high-quality opportunities to suit your needs.