Location
Job description
General Physician / Staff Specialist – Lismore, NSW
IMG-Friendly | Coastal Lifestyle | Strong Earnings + Overtime
The Opportunity
We are seeking a General Physician / Staff Specialist to join a major regional hospital in Lismore, offering an excellent combination of clinical diversity, career progression, and lifestyle.
This is a fantastic opportunity for both locally trained specialists and International Medical Graduates (IMGs) looking to establish themselves in Australia within a supportive and well-structured health service.
You will deliver high-quality General Medicine care while contributing to:
* Clinical leadership and service development
* Teaching and supervision of junior doctors
* Quality improvement and multidisciplinary care
Why This Role is Ideal for IMGs
* **Proven track record supporting IMGs through AHPRA and college pathways
* Suitable for:
* **FRACP / substantially comparable physicians**
* **UK CCST / CCT holders (Competent Authority pathway)**
* **RACP assessed or interview-ready candidates**
* Strong peer support and structured onboarding
* Exposure to a broad case mix—ideal for consolidating skills in the Australian system
The Hospital
A major regional referral hospital serving the Northern NSW region, delivering comprehensive acute and specialist services.
* Broad specialty coverage including medicine, surgery, ICU, ED, mental health, and women’s health
* High patient throughput ensuring excellent clinical exposure**
* Strong focus on teaching, supervision, and professional development**
* Collaborative, multidisciplinary team culture**
The Location – Why Lismore?
Located in the heart of the Northern Rivers, Lismore offers a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to some of Australia’s most desirable coastal destinations.
* Close to **Byron Bay, Ballina, and the Gold Coast**
* Affordable housing compared to metropolitan centres
* Excellent schools and family-friendly community
* Vibrant local culture, cafés, and markets
* Ideal for doctors seeking **work–life balance without sacrificing career growth**
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary + **overtime / on-call allowances**
* **Flexible contracts** – permanent, fixed-term, or long-term locum
* Relocation assistance and visa support (where applicable)
* Supportive team environment with strong leadership
* Opportunities for **teaching, research, and service development**
Requirements
* **FRACP + AHPRA Specialist Registration**, or
* **UK CCT / Competent Authority eligible**, or
* **IMGs assessed as substantially comparable / interview-ready with RACP**
* Experience in General Medicine at consultant level (or near completion)
* Commitment to **patient-centred care, teamwork, and teaching**
Roland Ramberg
Principal Consultant | Santè Recruitment
www.sante-recruitment.com
roland@sante-recruitment.com
+61 (0) 42 688 7086 |
IMG-Friendly | Coastal Lifestyle | Strong Earnings + Overtime
The Opportunity
We are seeking a General Physician / Staff Specialist to join a major regional hospital in Lismore, offering an excellent combination of clinical diversity, career progression, and lifestyle.
This is a fantastic opportunity for both locally trained specialists and International Medical Graduates (IMGs) looking to establish themselves in Australia within a supportive and well-structured health service.
You will deliver high-quality General Medicine care while contributing to:
* Clinical leadership and service development
* Teaching and supervision of junior doctors
* Quality improvement and multidisciplinary care
Why This Role is Ideal for IMGs
* **Proven track record supporting IMGs through AHPRA and college pathways
* Suitable for:
* **FRACP / substantially comparable physicians**
* **UK CCST / CCT holders (Competent Authority pathway)**
* **RACP assessed or interview-ready candidates**
* Strong peer support and structured onboarding
* Exposure to a broad case mix—ideal for consolidating skills in the Australian system
The Hospital
A major regional referral hospital serving the Northern NSW region, delivering comprehensive acute and specialist services.
* Broad specialty coverage including medicine, surgery, ICU, ED, mental health, and women’s health
* High patient throughput ensuring excellent clinical exposure**
* Strong focus on teaching, supervision, and professional development**
* Collaborative, multidisciplinary team culture**
The Location – Why Lismore?
Located in the heart of the Northern Rivers, Lismore offers a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to some of Australia’s most desirable coastal destinations.
* Close to **Byron Bay, Ballina, and the Gold Coast**
* Affordable housing compared to metropolitan centres
* Excellent schools and family-friendly community
* Vibrant local culture, cafés, and markets
* Ideal for doctors seeking **work–life balance without sacrificing career growth**
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary + **overtime / on-call allowances**
* **Flexible contracts** – permanent, fixed-term, or long-term locum
* Relocation assistance and visa support (where applicable)
* Supportive team environment with strong leadership
* Opportunities for **teaching, research, and service development**
Requirements
* **FRACP + AHPRA Specialist Registration**, or
* **UK CCT / Competent Authority eligible**, or
* **IMGs assessed as substantially comparable / interview-ready with RACP**
* Experience in General Medicine at consultant level (or near completion)
* Commitment to **patient-centred care, teamwork, and teaching**
Roland Ramberg
Principal Consultant | Santè Recruitment
www.sante-recruitment.com
roland@sante-recruitment.com
+61 (0) 42 688 7086 |