Consultant Anaesthetist - Darwin - Salary up to $550,000

Darwin - NT

Consultant Anaesthetist: Royal Darwin Hospital, Northern Territory
Permanent NT Health AUD up to $550,000 depending on experience Expedited pathway available for UK and Irish-trained anaesthetists

Pulse Doctors is proud to support hospitals across Australia and New Zealand, connecting UK and Irish-trained specialists with outstanding permanent opportunities. We are currently working with NT Health on a permanent Consultant Anaesthetist vacancy at in Darwin, the Northern Territory's major tertiary referral hospital. You'll provide high-quality anaesthetic and peri-operative care to a diverse community across a broad range of surgical and acute services, while supervising and teaching registrars, trainees and junior doctors.

UK and Irish-trained anaesthetists: if you hold a UK CCT with FRCA, or an Irish CSCST with FCAI, you may be eligible for the Expedited Specialist Pathway. This means specialist registration with AHPRA without going through the standard college assessment process, so you can move from application to practising as a specialist far more quickly.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide anaesthesia, analgesia, peri-operative and related services for patients across a broad range of surgical and acute specialties
• Participate in the after-hours on-call roster
• Provide pre-operative assessments, outpatient consultations, ward consultations and other related anaesthetic services
• Provide clinical supervision and procedural assistance to registrars, other trainees and junior doctors
• Supervise and teach junior medical staff and contribute to the department's education program
• Work collaboratively with surgical, intensive care and emergency teams and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, high-quality patient outcomes
• Initiate and take part in research, audit and service evaluation
• Participate in departmental quality assurance, including morbidity and mortality reviews, case reviews and significant incident reviews
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical documentation
• Work across Royal Darwin Hospital and other Top End sites in consultation with you, if required
• Take part in your own continuing professional development, annual performance appraisal and peer review

Essential Criteria to Apply

• Applicants should be registered (or eligible for registration) as a specialist with the Medical Board of Australia and be a Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FANZCA) or equivalent as an overseas-trained specialist
• Specialist registration in anaesthesia with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA), or eligibility to obtain it: UK CCT with FRCA or Irish CSCST with FCAI holders can apply through the Expedited Specialist Pathway
• Ability to be credentialed by the hospital before commencing
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to high-quality, culturally safe patient care

Highly Desirable

• Previous experience in an acute or trauma teaching hospital
• Proven ability to work collegiately with clinicians, nursing staff and managers
• Clinical leadership skills and the ability to facilitate multidisciplinary teamwork
• A clinical or academic appointment
• Interest in providing care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

What's on Offer for You?

• Total Renumeration package of AUD $313,514 to $550,000 ( inclusive of salary between $213,380 - $261,100., generous employer superannuation (up to 12%, salary sacrifice perks, enhancements, on-call and flexible rostering for optimal work/life balance)
• Relocation support
• Fast route to Australian specialist registration for eligible UK and Irish-trained anaesthetists
• A varied consultant role in a major tertiary referral hospital
• Active involvement in teaching and supervising registrars, trainees and junior doctors
• Opportunities to take part in research, quality improvement and service development
• Support for continuing professional development, with annual appraisal and peer review
• The chance to shape your clinical role through audit, governance and departmental activity

Location in Detail

The role is based at Royal Darwin Hospital in Darwin, the capital of the Northern Territory and the gateway to Australia's Top End. Darwin offers a tropical lifestyle with warm weather year-round, a relaxed outdoor culture, a rich multicultural community and a lively food and market scene. National parks such as Kakadu and Litchfield are within reach, fishing is world-class, and the city's closeness to Asia makes it a great base for travel.

About Pulse Healthcare Doctors

Pulse Healthcare Doctors is a leading medical recruitment partner, supporting public & private healthcare organisations across Australia & New Zealand. Moving to Australia or New Zealand is a big decision, and we're here to support you well beyond the job offer. Pulse Doctors helps UK and Irish-trained specialists plan long-term moves to both countries, and we'll guide you through each step, from your first conversation to settling in. That includes answering your questions about AHPRA registration and the Expedited Specialist Pathway, explaining which documents you'll need and how long the process typically takes, and guiding you through credentialing with the hospital.

We work closely with hospitals to connect talented doctors with outstanding permanent and fixed-term career opportunities.

The Position

This position provides the opportunity to lead and develop medical services in remote and rural settings working alongside a committed team of rural generalists, GPs and trainees, with some of Australia’s greatest National Parks at your doorstep.

An exciting opportunity for a suitable candidate to undertake medical administration training as a RACMA Registrar, based in NT and serving the Big Rivers Region.

While this is envisaged as a full-time role, part time would be considered. While best suited to second or third year candidates, first year candidates would be considered, based on experience and skills.

Working closely with and reporting to the DMS you will be responsible for supporting the provision of high-quality health care services by providing leadership for a portfolio of responsibilities that may include medical workforce recruitment, retention, industrial relations, medicolegal matters as appropriate, and supporting the process of performance review and development of staff under supervision.

In addition, you will work closely with the Safety and Quality manager to monitor and promote quality, safety, and performance standards. The role provides excellent opportunities to lead RMO rostering, pastoral care, engagement and accreditation of training positions.

Health Service

Hospital is a 60-bed hospital in the Northern Territory with a unique and dynamic clinical environment, a cohesive and supportive management structure and an engaged clinician workforce comprising Specialists, Rural Generalists and Junior Medical Officers.

The Location

The town is home to a bustling commercial centre, good schools and social opportunities.

Surrounded by Nitmiluk, Kakadu and East Kimberley National Parks locals spend their weekends enjoying the proximity to outback Australia and with no shortage of bushwalks, camping opportunities and breathtaking flora, fauna and scenery.

Essential Criteria

• Australian citizen or permanent residency in Australia with general registration as a medical practitioner with AHPRA.

• Acceptance into (or eligibility for) the RACMA Fellowship Training Program

• Demonstrated commitment to medical leadership with an ability to evaluate clinical problems and develop appropriate management plans.

• Demonstrate an aptitude and commitment to acquiring skills in medical administration, management and leadership.

• Have effective communication and interpersonal skills appropriate for a trainee, an ability to effectively facilitate relationships with other staff, patients and their families, and hospital management and to have a high standard of professional behaviour.

• Demonstrate an ability to effectively organise and manage time and resources and demonstrate punctuality and reliability, including demonstrate appropriate self-care, ability to cope with stress, and willingness to consider feedback.

• Have a commitment to ongoing education and understanding of audit/research processes.

• Demonstrable commitment to rural and remote medicine

• Experience in rural medicine (NT experience highly regarded), and/or in Indigenous health desirable

The Package

Salary $166,617 - $182,143 + allowances

About Skilled Medical

Skilled Medical is a leading international medical recruitment firm that delivers qualified medical professionals wherever they are needed in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. We are a quality accredited firm with years of industry experience supporting communities and assisting medical professionals in their work and careers. To learn more about Skilled Medical please visit us at www.skilledmedical.com

To Apply

For further information, please send your most up to date CV to Kirsty MacIsaac by selecting the 'Apply' button below, or please call a member of our permanent team in London on +44 (0) 333 444 2000 or in Australia on 1300 900 100.

For Other Job Opportunities

Skilled Medical has a wide range of locum and permanent job opportunities available. To discuss your interests and needs please contact one of our helpful Recruitment Consultants in Melbourne on 1300 900 100 or in London on 0333 444 2000, or to view current jobs please visit our Job Board.

Vacancy Number:

039901

Vacancy End Date:

31/01/2027

Agency:

Department of Health

Number of Vacancies:

1

Work Unit

Division of Medicine

Location:

Alice Springs

Primary Objective:

Provide a high standard of medical care to patients, admitted or non-admitted at Alice Springs Hospital and across the Central Australian and Barkly Regions. Provide supervision, teaching and mentoring of Resident Medical Officers and Interns. Participate in the activities of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians Advanced Training programme and undertake College processes commensurate with training. Selection will be made at the REG or SREG level depending on the experience of the successful applicant.

Special Instructions:

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy

Contact:

Dr Yen-Chang Chen at [email protected] or Medical Recruitment at [email protected]

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Vacancy Number:

70263554

Vacancy Duration:

6 Months

Agency:

Department of Health

Number of Vacancies:

Several

Work Unit

Coordianted Response Operations Centre

Location:

Darwin

Primary Objective:

Aeromedical Retrieval – Registrar/Fellow position to fulfil clinical duties in aeromedical retrieval across Top End, Big Rivers and East Arnhem regions.

Special Instructions:

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy

Contact:

James Hooper, CROC Clinical Director, [email protected]

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Vacancy Number:

035375

Vacancy End Date:

30/01/2028

Agency:

Department of Health

Number of Vacancies:

Several

Work Unit

Division of Integrated Care

Location:

Alice Springs, Darwin

Primary Objective:

Provide renal services at Royal Darwin Hospital or Alice Springs Hospital, extended in-centre and satellite nephrology and dialysis service thought the Northern Territory and participate in the Renal Outreach Programme. Selection will be made at the REG or SREG level depending on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant. Several vacancies are available working in Darwin or Alice Springs.

Special Instructions:

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

Contact:

Recruitment Officer on [email protected] or Dr Asanga Abeyaratne [email protected]

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Locum General Medicine Night Registrar required for rostered night shifts in November 2026 at a Metropolitan Northern Territory Health Service.

11/11/2026 21:30 - 12/11/2026 08:30
12/11/2026 21:30 - 13/11/2026 08:30
13/11/2026 21:30 - 14/11/2026 08:30
14/11/2026 21:30 - 15/11/2026 08:30
15/11/2026 21:30 - 16/11/2026 08:30
23/11/2026 21:30 - 24/11/2026 08:30
24/11/2026 21:30 - 25/11/2026 08:30
25/11/2026 21:30 - 26/11/2026 08:30
26/11/2026 21:30 - 27/11/2026 08:30
27/11/2026 21:30 - 28/11/2026 08:30
28/11/2026 21:30 - 29/11/2026 08:30
29/11/2026 21:30 - 30/11/2026 08:30

For further information about this job, please contact Skilled Medical on 1300 900 100.

The rate is $200.00/hour

• This 360-bed public hospital has a large range of services in all specialty areas
• Located in the northern suburbs of Darwin 14 km from the CBD

About Skilled Medical

Skilled Medical is a leading international medical recruitment firm that delivers qualified medical professionals wherever they are needed in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. We are a quality accredited firm with years of industry experience supporting communities and assisting medical professionals in their work and careers. To learn more about Skilled Medical please visit us at www.skilledmedical.com

To Apply

To apply for this job, please complete the Skilled Medical Registration form below or the contact form if you have already registered with us. Candidates must be registered with AHPRA and have the Right to Work in Australia. You can also contact a Skilled Medical Recruitment Consultant to discuss this role on 1300 900 100.

For Other Job Opportunities

Skilled Medical has a wide range of locum and permanent job opportunities available. To discuss your interests and needs please contact one of our helpful Recruitment Consultants in Melbourne on 1300 900 100 or in London on 0333 444 2000, or to view current jobs please visit our Job Board.

Geriatrics Registrar required for a locum placement at a Metropolitan NT Health Service from 02/11/2026 to 27/11/2026.

2/11/2026 Monday 0800-1606
3/11/2026 Tuesday 0800-1606
4/11/2026 Wednesday 0800-1606
5/11/2026 Thursday 0800-1606
6/11/2026 Friday 0800-1606
7/11/2026 Saturday 0800-1300
8/11/2026 Sunday 0800-1300
9/11/2026 Monday 0800-1606
10/11/2026 Tuesday 0800-1606
11/11/2026 Wednesday 0800-1606
12/11/2026 Thursday 0800-1606
13/11/2026 Friday 0800-1606
16/11/2026 Monday 0800-1606
17/11/2026 Tuesday 0800-1606
18/11/2026 Wednesday 0800-1606
19/11/2026 Thursday 0800-1606
20/11/2026 Friday 0800-1606
23/11/2026 Monday 0800-1606
24/11/2026 Tuesday 0800-1606
25/11/2026 Wednesday 0800-1606
26/11/2026 Thursday 0800-1606
27/11/2026 Friday 0800-1606

Travel: One return domestic economy flight up to $2000.
Accommodation: On-site accommodation provided subject to availability or reimbursement up to $316 per week.
Ground Transport: Reimbursement up to $35.70 per day or $250 per week if required, plus return taxi between accommodation and airport.

For further information about this job, please contact Skilled Medical on 1300 900 100.

The rate is $180.00/hour

• This 360-bed public hospital has a large range of services in all specialty areas
• Located in the northern suburbs of Darwin 14 km from the CBD

About Skilled Medical

Skilled Medical is a leading international medical recruitment firm that delivers qualified medical professionals wherever they are needed in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. We are a quality accredited firm with years of industry experience supporting communities and assisting medical professionals in their work and careers. To learn more about Skilled Medical please visit us at www.skilledmedical.com

To Apply

To apply for this job, please complete the Skilled Medical Registration form below or the contact form if you have already registered with us. Candidates must be registered with AHPRA and have the Right to Work in Australia. You can also contact a Skilled Medical Recruitment Consultant to discuss this role on 1300 900 100.

For Other Job Opportunities

Skilled Medical has a wide range of locum and permanent job opportunities available. To discuss your interests and needs please contact one of our helpful Recruitment Consultants in Melbourne on 1300 900 100 or in London on 0333 444 2000, or to view current jobs please visit our Job Board.

Resident Medical Officer required for General Medicine night cover at a Metropolitan NT Health Service from 09/11/2026 to 15/11/2026.

09/11/2026 21:30 - 10/11/2026 08:30
10/11/2026 21:30 - 11/11/2026 08:30
11/11/2026 21:30 - 12/11/2026 08:30
12/11/2026 21:30 - 13/11/2026 08:30
13/11/2026 21:30 - 14/11/2026 08:30
14/11/2026 21:30 - 15/11/2026 08:30
15/11/2026 21:30 - 16/11/2026 08:30

For further information about this job, please contact Skilled Medical on 1300 900 100.

The rate is $135.00/hour

• This 360-bed public hospital has a large range of services in all specialty areas
• Located in the northern suburbs of Darwin 14 km from the CBD

About Skilled Medical

Skilled Medical is a leading international medical recruitment firm that delivers qualified medical professionals wherever they are needed in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. We are a quality accredited firm with years of industry experience supporting communities and assisting medical professionals in their work and careers. To learn more about Skilled Medical please visit us at www.skilledmedical.com

To Apply

To apply for this job, please complete the Skilled Medical Registration form below or the contact form if you have already registered with us. Candidates must be registered with AHPRA and have the Right to Work in Australia. You can also contact a Skilled Medical Recruitment Consultant to discuss this role on 1300 900 100.

For Other Job Opportunities

Skilled Medical has a wide range of locum and permanent job opportunities available. To discuss your interests and needs please contact one of our helpful Recruitment Consultants in Melbourne on 1300 900 100 or in London on 0333 444 2000, or to view current jobs please visit our Job Board.

Resident Medical Officer required for General Medicine and night relief cover at a Northern NT public hospital from 02/11/2026 to 13/12/2026.

02/11/2026 1600-2200 Med Ward Cover
03/11/2026 1600-2200 Med Ward Cover
04/11/2026 1600-2200 Med Ward Cover
05/11/2026 1600-2200 Med Ward Cover
06/11/2026 1600-2200 Med Ward Cover
09/11/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Cover
10/11/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Cover
11/11/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Cover
12/11/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Cover
13/11/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Cover
14/11/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Cover
15/11/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Cover
23/11/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Admitting
24/11/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Admitting
25/11/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Admitting
26/11/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Admitting
27/11/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Admitting
28/11/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Admitting
29/11/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Admitting
07/12/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Admitting
08/12/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Admitting
09/12/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Admitting
10/12/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Admitting
11/12/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Admitting
12/12/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Admitting
13/12/2026 2130-0830 Night RMO - Admitting

For further information about this job, please contact Skilled Medical on 1300 900 100.

The rate is $130.00/hour

• This 360-bed public hospital has a large range of services in all specialty areas
• Located in the northern suburbs of Darwin 14 km from the CBD

About Skilled Medical

Skilled Medical is a leading international medical recruitment firm that delivers qualified medical professionals wherever they are needed in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. We are a quality accredited firm with years of industry experience supporting communities and assisting medical professionals in their work and careers. To learn more about Skilled Medical please visit us at www.skilledmedical.com

To Apply

To apply for this job, please complete the Skilled Medical Registration form below or the contact form if you have already registered with us. Candidates must be registered with AHPRA and have the Right to Work in Australia. You can also contact a Skilled Medical Recruitment Consultant to discuss this role on 1300 900 100.

For Other Job Opportunities

Skilled Medical has a wide range of locum and permanent job opportunities available. To discuss your interests and needs please contact one of our helpful Recruitment Consultants in Melbourne on 1300 900 100 or in London on 0333 444 2000, or to view current jobs please visit our Job Board.

A Outback NT GP practice requires a Specialist in General Practice from 14/09/2026 to 12/01/2027.

Dates

• 14th September – 28th October 2026
• 30th November 2026 – 12 January 2027

Rate: $2000/rostered day. Weekdays only, No Oncall.

Requirements: GP Specialist with remote primary health care experience

About Borroloola:
The township of Borroloola is located 670 kilometres east-south-east of Katherine. It is a part of the Big Rivers Region of NT Health. It is one of the largest communities in the Roper Gulf region with a population of 755 people. Borroloola includes four town camps within its boundary – Garawa Camp One, Garawa Camp Two, Yanyula Camp and Mara Camp.

For further information about this job, please contact Ryan Tester on 1300 900 100.

The rate is $2000.00/day

• Township located 670 kilometres east-south-east of Katherine | population of 755 people
• GP Specialist with remote primary health care experience
• Rate: $2000/rostered day. Weekdays only, No Oncall.

About Skilled Medical

Skilled Medical is a leading international medical recruitment firm that delivers qualified medical professionals wherever they are needed in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. We are a quality accredited firm with years of industry experience supporting communities and assisting medical professionals in their work and careers. To learn more about Skilled Medical please visit us at www.skilledmedical.com

To Apply

To apply for this job, please complete the Skilled Medical Registration form below or the contact form if you have already registered with us. Candidates must be registered with AHPRA and have the Right to Work in Australia. You can also contact a Skilled Medical Recruitment Consultant to discuss this role on 1300 900 100.

For Other Job Opportunities

Skilled Medical has a wide range of locum and permanent job opportunities available. To discuss your interests and needs please contact one of our helpful Recruitment Consultants in Melbourne on 1300 900 100 or in London on 0333 444 2000, or to view current jobs please visit our Job Board.