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Job description
Consultant Anaesthetist | Melbourne West Growth Corridor | Major Expansion to 500 Beds
The Opportunity
A permanent Consultant Anaesthetist position is available within one of Victoria’s fastest-growing outer-metropolitan public hospitals.
This is a rare opportunity to join a service undergoing significant expansion, with bed capacity increasing to nearly 500 beds by 2026 and substantial peri-operative and critical care growth already underway.
You will provide high-quality anaesthetic care across elective and emergency caseloads within a collaborative, consultant-led department. The role offers scope for teaching, service development, clinical governance and contribution to a rapidly evolving peri-operative model.
For specialists seeking metropolitan access without inner-city congestion — and genuine influence within a growing service — this represents a strategically strong move.
The Hospital
This expanding public hospital services Melbourne’s rapidly growing western corridor and delivers comprehensive acute care including:
Recent redevelopment has delivered:
The department is accredited for 52 weeks of ANZCA training and supports a structured teaching and supervision culture.
This is a service in growth phase — offering consultants the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to department direction rather than simply maintaining status quo.
Benefits & Support
For interstate or international applicants, the registration pathway and transition process can be structured clearly, with full transparency at each stage.
The Location
Situated approximately 30 minutes from Melbourne CBD, the hospital is positioned within one of Victoria’s most dynamic growth regions.
The area offers strong schooling options, established residential communities, expanding infrastructure and access to both the CBD and the Surf Coast — combining metropolitan convenience with improved work-life balance.
The Requirements
International Medical Graduates:
About JPS Medical Recruitment
We work as long-term career partners to our doctors — not transactional recruiters. That means honest market advice, transparent communication, and opportunities aligned to your professional and lifestyle goals. Our role is to make your next move clear, structured and worthwhile.
Apply Now
For a confidential discussion, forward your CV or contact:
Thom Moore – JPS Medical Recruitment
0468 778 768
If this role is not suitable but you would like to discuss other permanent opportunities, please get in touch. For doctors specifically interested in locum Anaesthetist opportunities, I can also arrange an introduction to our specialist Locum team.
The Opportunity
A permanent Consultant Anaesthetist position is available within one of Victoria’s fastest-growing outer-metropolitan public hospitals.
This is a rare opportunity to join a service undergoing significant expansion, with bed capacity increasing to nearly 500 beds by 2026 and substantial peri-operative and critical care growth already underway.
You will provide high-quality anaesthetic care across elective and emergency caseloads within a collaborative, consultant-led department. The role offers scope for teaching, service development, clinical governance and contribution to a rapidly evolving peri-operative model.
For specialists seeking metropolitan access without inner-city congestion — and genuine influence within a growing service — this represents a strategically strong move.
The Hospital
This expanding public hospital services Melbourne’s rapidly growing western corridor and delivers comprehensive acute care including:
- Emergency medicine (expanding to almost 70 treatment spaces by 2026)
- 12-bed Paediatrics
- Maternity and neonatal services
- Medical and surgical inpatient units
- Aged care and palliative care
- Critical care services
Recent redevelopment has delivered:
- 6 new operating theatres
- 8 additional critical care beds
- Significant inpatient expansion
- Major ED expansion ($110m project)
The department is accredited for 52 weeks of ANZCA training and supports a structured teaching and supervision culture.
This is a service in growth phase — offering consultants the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to department direction rather than simply maintaining status quo.
Benefits & Support
- Permanent full-time appointment
- Accredited ANZCA training site (52 weeks)
- Modern theatre and critical care infrastructure
- Expanding service with leadership opportunity
- Visa support and ANZCA supervision pathways (where applicable)
For interstate or international applicants, the registration pathway and transition process can be structured clearly, with full transparency at each stage.
The Location
Situated approximately 30 minutes from Melbourne CBD, the hospital is positioned within one of Victoria’s most dynamic growth regions.
The area offers strong schooling options, established residential communities, expanding infrastructure and access to both the CBD and the Surf Coast — combining metropolitan convenience with improved work-life balance.
The Requirements
- Specialist Registration with AHPRA (or eligibility)
- Fellowship of ANZCA (FANZCA) or nearing completion
- Minimum 12 months recent Consultant Anaesthetist experience
International Medical Graduates:
- Eligible to submit specialist assessment to ANZCA
- Assessed as partially or substantially comparable
- Visa pathways available
About JPS Medical Recruitment
We work as long-term career partners to our doctors — not transactional recruiters. That means honest market advice, transparent communication, and opportunities aligned to your professional and lifestyle goals. Our role is to make your next move clear, structured and worthwhile.
Apply Now
For a confidential discussion, forward your CV or contact:
Thom Moore – JPS Medical Recruitment
0468 778 768
If this role is not suitable but you would like to discuss other permanent opportunities, please get in touch. For doctors specifically interested in locum Anaesthetist opportunities, I can also arrange an introduction to our specialist Locum team.
Job details
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LocationMelbourne, Victoria, Australia
Posted19 Apr 2026
SalaryNot specified
SponsorshipVisa Sponsored ✓
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