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Anaesthetics

  • Nowra, New South Wales AU
  • Locum
  • $4,000 per day
  • 24 Dec 2024 ~ 29 Jan 2025
Located in the beautiful coastal region of New South Wales, this public hospital is a vital healthcare provider for the local community. The hospital is situated in a peaceful and picturesque location, surrounded by stunning beaches, national parks, and scenic waterways. The hospital is easily ac...

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Anaesthetics

  • Nowra, New South Wales AU
  • Locum
  • $4,000 per day
  • 24 Dec 2024 ~ 29 Jan 2025
Located in the beautiful coastal region of New South Wales, this public hospital is a vital healthcare provider for the local community. The hospital is situated in a peaceful and picturesque location, surrounded by stunning beaches, national parks, and scenic waterways. The hospital is easily ac...

Specialist Consultant

Anaesthetics

  • Nowra, New South Wales AU
  • Locum
  • $4,000 per day
  • 24 Dec 2024 ~ 29 Jan 2025
Located in the beautiful coastal region of New South Wales, this public hospital is a vital healthcare provider for the local community. The hospital is situated in a peaceful and picturesque location, surrounded by stunning beaches, national parks, and scenic waterways. The hospital is easily ac...

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O & G - Obstetrics and gynaecology

  • Taree, New South Wales AU
  • Locum
  • $4,000 per day
  • 25 Dec 2024 ~ 06 Jan 2025
Nature meets relaxed country charm. This 160-bed hospital is located on Australia's East Coast, 170 km North of Newcastle, and offers the following services: Radiology, Ultrasound, Orthopaedics, Physiotherapy, Pharmacy, and Pathology. Based in a historic town on the banks of the beautiful Manning...

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Emergency medicine

  • Shepparton, Victoria AU
  • Locum
  • $400 per hour
  • 23 Dec 2024 ~ 26 Dec 2024
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 a wide range of medical services to the local community. The hospital has a team of highly skilled and experie...

Specialist Consultant

Radiology - diagnostic

  • Newcastle, New South Wales AU
  • Locum
  • $4,000 per day
  • NOW ~ 24 Dec 2024
This is a large 651-bed teaching hospital located 10 minutes from Newcastle CBD.  The complex consists of a single building, which is divided into 694 adult beds and another 126 paedaitric beds in the Children's Hospital. The CAMHS unit has 12 beds.  The Location The Hospital is located in a l...
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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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