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Staff Anaesthetist


Company : Colac Area Health


Location : Geelong, Australia


Created : 2026-03-21


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Key HighlightsEnhance your career with the largest regional healthcare service in VictoriaLifestyle! A stone throw from the Surf Coast, Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean RoadTemporary full-time opportunity (76 hours per fortnight) until the 15th of February, 2027About the roleWe are seeking to appoint a Temporary Staff Anaesthetist to join our department. The team comprises Staff Specialists, Visiting Consultants, Provisional Fellows and Registrars. The successful applicant will provide safe, patientcentred, evidencebased and efficient care across anaesthesia, perioperative medicine and acute pain management.Key ResponsibilitiesHave a positive, enthusiastic, teamorientated personality with a strong interest in innovation and development of services and models of careBe patientfocused in the provision of highquality clinical careFacilitate and promote a cooperative, multidisciplinary team approach to all aspects of the serviceContribute to and value teaching/training at undergraduate and postgraduate levelsBe actively involved in and supportive of research activities within the departmentMaximise the efficient use of Barwon Health resources, so as to provide optimum care to all patientsContribute to audit and other departmental maintenance of standards processesExhibit behaviours that demonstrate respect for colleagues and facilitate good communication within the department and with other departmentsRepresent the department within Barwon Health and the wider anaesthetic and medical communitiesSubspeciality interests are encouraged within the position. Any subspecialist component will form only part of your total workloadExcellent pay and conditions will be in accordance with the Barwon Health Staff Anaesthetists Certified agreement. Participation in the afterhours oncall/recall roster will be required which is remunerated in addition to the base salaryWhat were looking forMedical degree, eligible for registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).Fellowship with The Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists, or AHPRA registration as a Specialist AnaesthetistA genuine interest in personal development, as well as service improvement in areas of anaesthesia, perioperative medicine and pain service to meet the needs of the patients and their families, and the broader communityAbility to work effectively and adaptively as part of a complex and everchanging team, in a highstakes environmentExcellent communication skills and an attitude of professionalism consistent with the rolePlease note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.BenefitsExcellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfactionA vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance ProgramAttractive salary packaging benefitsLiving expenses capped at $9,010Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click HereBarwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.Working with Children Check (if applicable)To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.Internal applicantsIf you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via theemployeelogin on the externalcareerspage or access thecareerscage throughOne Point (intranet)before applying.Shortlisting maycommenceprior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal. #J-18808-Ljbffr