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GP - Correctional / Judicial Health

  • New Town, Tasmania AU
  • Locum
  • $400 per hour
  • NOW ~ 02 May 2025
This public hospital is located in a beautiful part of Australia, offering a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant and diverse environment. Our hospital is a leader in providing quality healthcare services to the community, with a focus on mental health and wellbeing. We are looking for a docto...

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Surgery - Orthopaedic

  • North Tamworth, New South Wales AU
  • Locum
  • $3,750 per day
  • NOW ~ 29 Mar 2025
This public hospital in Australia is located in a bustling city that offers a unique blend of urban and rural living. The hospital is situated in a picturesque location surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery, providing a serene and peaceful environment for patients and staff alike. The hos...

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Surgery - Orthopaedic

  • North Tamworth, New South Wales AU
  • Locum
  • $3,750 per day
  • NOW ~ 27 Mar 2025
This public hospital in Australia is located in a bustling city that offers a unique blend of urban and rural living. The hospital is situated in a picturesque location surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery, providing a serene and peaceful environment for patients and staff alike. The hos...

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Surgery - Orthopaedic

  • North Tamworth, New South Wales AU
  • Locum
  • $3,750 per day
  • 28 Mar 2025 ~ 29 Mar 2025
This public hospital in Australia is located in a bustling city that offers a unique blend of urban and rural living. The hospital is situated in a picturesque location surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery, providing a serene and peaceful environment for patients and staff alike. The hos...

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Anaesthetics

  • GARRAN, Australian Capital Territory AU
  • Locum
  • $369 per hour
  • 18 Apr 2025 ~ 19 Dec 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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Emergency Medicine (ED)

  • Tiwi, Northern Territory AU
  • Locum
  • $3,500 per day
  • 07 Apr 2025 ~ 04 Jul 2025
Located in Tiwi, Northern Territory, this healthcare facility plays a vital role in providing care to the region’s diverse and growing population. The hospital's Emergency Department is well-equipped to handle a wide range of cases, supporting both urban and remote communities. The area itself of...
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Paediatric surgery job market in Australia and New Zealand

Paediatric surgeons are among the most specialised professionals in Australia and New Zealand, offering vital surgical services across elective and emergency care. In Australia, paediatric surgeons earn competitive salaries, with average figures ranging from $350,000 to $450,000 AUD annually, depending on qualifications, seniority, and hours worked. Locum paediatric surgeons are in high demand, often earning up to $4,000 AUD per day.

In New Zealand, the average annual income for paediatric surgeons is $240,000 NZD, with top earners receiving even more in high-demand health service regions. These surgeons frequently work within multi-disciplinary teams, providing expert care to young patients in both public and private sectors.

With a competitive job market, finding the ideal paediatric surgeon role can be challenging. Our specialist team is here to connect you with opportunities tailored to your skills and career goals.

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