Join our network and help Australian communities while achieving your lifestyle and career goals. Speak to the experts in ICU recruitment with the largest network of jobs in Australia, including exclusive roles. Connect with us to explore opportunities that align perfectly with your professional goals.
Specialist Consultant
Specialist Consultant
Specialist Consultant
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.
My last placement with Medrecruit was at Waikato hospital on the North Island. Waikato hospital is great! It is quite a big hospital, and they’ve got all the specialties which is good exposure to different things and the team was really friendly.
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.
Meet our expert Intensive Care 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: Working with such a positive team. I love building great connections with both doctors and hospitals.
In 2025, demand for ICU consultants in Australia remains high across both public and private hospitals. Contributing factors include a growing population with increasingly complex health needs, workforce shortages in regional areas, and heightened focus on critical care infrastructure following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Consultants in Intensive Care Medicine typically earn between AUD $250,000 and $500,000 per year, depending on their level of experience, subspecialty training (such as ECMO or trauma), location, and the type of hospital. ICU doctors working in regional or remote settings may receive additional incentives, including accommodation and travel support.
Locum ICU consultants are in strong demand and can earn up to AUD $3,000 per day, especially in areas with staffing shortages or during peak periods such as holidays and winter surges.
Registrars and fellows training in Intensive Care are also sought after, particularly those pursuing dual training in anaesthetics or emergency medicine. Competitive salaries and access to well-resourced units make Australia an attractive destination for ICU clinicians at all stages of their careers.
ICU doctors in Australia typically earn between AUD$250,000 to AUD$450,000 per year, dependent on experience and location. Senior consultants can earn higher.
ICU intensivists in Australia have varying salaries based on experience and location. On average, they can earn between AUD$250,000 to AUD$500,000 annually, with senior roles at the higher end. Factors like location, hospital type, and additional qualifications can influence earnings.
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.
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 tell you which method you’ll be paid for each job you undertake.
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 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.
To find ICU locum roles in Australia and New Zealand, sign up with healthcare recruitment agencies specialising in locum placements like Medrecruit, visit medical job boards, or check the career sections of hospital websites. Networking with colleagues and attending relevant medical conferences can also uncover opportunities. We have opportunities for ICU registrars and consultants. Search ICU locum opportunities.
