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Q: How do you become a Specialist Consultant in New Zealand?

In New Zealand, Specialist Consultants are senior doctors that have completed full medical training in a specialised area of medicine. You will need to complete your medical degree, register with MCNZ, and complete your medical training levels PGY 2-5.

Q: What is the average surgery job salary?

General Surgeons are among Australia’s top-earning professionals in 2021. Recent figures from the Australian Tax Office show that surgeons earned an average of $394,866, with general surgeons earning around $358,000 per year. Though it’s neurosurgeons who continue to earn the highest surgeon’s salary in Australia, there are plenty of great job opportunities for general surgeons. Your level of experience, the kind of work you take on, and even where you work can have an impact on how much you earn.

Q: What subspecialties of General Surgery do you recruit for?

We have general surgeon positions across Australasia. Our specialist Surgeon Team can help you find a role in these subspecialties: Otolaryngology (ENT) Urology Neurosurgery Plastic Surgery Vascular Surgery Orthopaedic Breast Surgery Surgery Registrar roles Neurosurgery Vascular Cardiothoracic Orthopaedic Plastic Surgery

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2 Specialist Consultant jobs found

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Specialist Consultant - Surgery - Cardiothoracic

Hobart, Tasmania AU

Start dates are flexible

Posted 3 months ago

This position offers an outstanding opportunity to contribute to a high-performing team, participate in teaching and mentoring, and help shape the future delivery of cardiothoracic surgery services.

Our client is a large tertiary referral hospital and the state's major teaching and research centre.

Working closely with the University and leading healthcare institutions, the hospital is committed to delivering excellence in healthcare and improving outcomes for patients, staff, and the broader community.

$120,000 ~ $370,000Base salary

Permanent

Specialist Consultant - Surgery - Cardiothoracic

Wellington, North Island NZ

Start dates are flexible

Posted 8 months ago

Our client based in New Zealand is seeking to appoint a full-time Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon with demonstrated expertise in cardiothoracic surgery.

This is an opportunity to join a progressive and collaborative cardiothoracic service committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across the continuum of treatment.

The Hospital provides cardiac services for approximately 1.2 million patients in the central region of New Zealand spanning from Nelson to Hawkes Bay.

$180,000 ~ $280,000Base salary

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Specialist Consultant - Surgery - General

Matiland, New South Wales AU

13 Nov 2026 ~ 16 Nov 2026

Posted 16 hours ago

Locum cover is required for: 13 - 14 November 2026 | 1900 - 1900 15 November 2026 | 1900 - 0700 Position Details: Consultant/Specialist/VMO GESA certification is a must.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,500 per dayBase salary

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Specialist Consultant - Surgery - Orthopaedic

Grafton, New South Wales AU

21 Dec 2026 ~ 01 Jan 2027

Posted 20 hours ago

Locum cover is required for: 21 - 22 December 2026 30 - 31 December 2026 Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 0800 On call and potential fracture clinic JMO support during the day Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,750 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery - General

Taree, New South Wales AU

18 Nov 2026 ~ 19 Nov 2026

Posted 20 hours ago

Locum cover is required for 18 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0700 - 0700 Consultant/Specialist/VMO GESA is a must.

Benefits: Travel and accommodation provided.

$2,750 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery - Orthopaedic

Traralgon West, Victoria AU

10 Nov 2026 ~ 11 Nov 2026

Posted 21 hours ago

Locum cover is required for 10 November 2026.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 0800 Benefits: Accommodation provided.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$4,000 per dayBase salary

NewLocum

Specialist Consultant - Surgery - General

Grafton, New South Wales AU

21 Dec 2026 ~ 04 Jan 2027

Posted 21 hours ago

Locum cover is required from 21 December 2026 - 3 January 2027.

Position Details: Shift times: 0800 - 0800 No JMO support Benefits: Travel and accommodation is included.

Please note that all rates are inclusive of superannuation, taxes, and casual loading, where applicable.

$2,750 per dayBase salary

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How do you become a Specialist Consultant in Australia?

In Australia, Specialist Consultants are senior doctors that have completed full medical training in a specialised area of medicine. You will need to complete your medical degree, register with APHRA, and complete your medical training levels PGY 2-5.

What is a Specialist Consultant in medicine?

How much does a Specialist Consultant in medicine make?

How do you become a Specialist Consultant in New Zealand?

What is the average surgery job salary?

What subspecialties of General Surgery do you recruit for?