Job Summary

The Anaesthetics Department at John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle, is seeking an experienced Locum Anaesthetics VMO to support elective and emergency surgical services.

Schedule

• Monday, 6 July 2026 -
• Tuesday, 7 July 2026 -
• Wednesday, 8 July 2026 -
• Thursday, 9 July 2026 -
• Friday, 10 July 2026 -
• Monday, 13 July 2026 -
• Tuesday, 14 July 2026 -
• Wednesday, 15 July 2026 -
• Thursday, 16 July 2026 -
• Friday, 17 July 2026 -

Requirements

SDPR training completion required prior to commencing. Please ensure locum is committed to completing the 10hrs of required training before commencing the shifts. Doctors are paid for this training time.

Benefits

Accommodation provided. Travel up to $800 reimbursed (flights or mileage only).

About the Hospital

John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle is a major tertiary referral and teaching hospital offering a high-acuity, high-volume clinical environment supported by experienced multidisciplinary teams.

Location & Lifestyle

Located in coastal Newcastle, the hospital is approximately 2 hours' drive from Sydney, with regular train services and direct flights to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane via Newcastle Airport. The region offers an excellent locum lifestyle, with easy access to beaches, the Hunter Valley wine region, and a vibrant food and cultural scene.