Staff Specialist in Anaesthesia, Maitland Hospital - Lower Hunter Valley NSW

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Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer in Anaesthesia
Maitland Hospital, Hunter Region NSW

Multiple Permanent full time or part time opportunities for suitable applicants

The Anaesthesia Department at Maitland Hospital is a cornerstone of the hospital's surgical and procedural services, playing a critical role in patient care across a broad spectrum of specialities.

The department is located within the modern facilities of the new Maitland Hospital, which opened in 2022, and is part of the Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD).

Key Features of the Anaesthesia Department

Comprehensive Services

• The department provides anaesthetic services for a wide range of surgical procedures, including general surgery, orthopaedics, obstetrics and gynaecology, urology, ENT, Paediatrics, ophthalmology, and more.
• Anaesthetic support is also offered for endoscopy, diagnostic imaging, and interventional procedures.
  
  

State-of-the-Art Facilities

• Maitland Hospital is equipped with cutting-edge operating theatres, advanced monitoring systems, and modern recovery/ day stay units.
• Our department and surgical facilities are rapidly expanding to cater for the needs of the community. Once fully expanded, the facility would have 8 functional theatres with 2 procedural rooms. 
• In addition, we also cater to radiology and cardiology interventional services
• Our department is supported by a well-functioning Level 5 Intensive care unit (ICU) for post-operative and critical care needs.
  
  

Collaborative Care

• Our Anaesthetics department boasts a team of dedicated multidisciplinary professionals, including Staff Specialists and Visiting Medical Officers, who work closely with surgeons, nurses, and other allied health professionals to ensure safe and effective perioperative care.
• Our team is actively involved in pre-operative assessments to optimise patient outcomes.
• Expertise in both acute and chronic pain management is available, ensuring comprehensive care for patients recovering from surgery or dealing with long-term pain conditions.
  
  

Obstetric Anaesthesia

• Our hospital is a referral centre for obstetric care in the Lower Hunter Valley, providing anaesthetic support for labour and delivery, including epidurals and emergency caesareans.
  
  

Education and Training

• Our department is involved in the education of medical students, junior doctors, and anaesthetic trainees, fostering a strong teaching culture and robust supervision program.
• Accredited for ANZCA training and GP Anaesthetic training, as well as offering extended skills training for emergency and intensive care, our department provides ample opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Participation in simulation training and professional development is encouraged to maintain high standards of care.
• As part of our expanding service, this role offers the chance to contribute to clinical leadership and operational management to complement the clinical, teaching, training and research activities of the GNSM2 Anaesthetic Network, shaping the future of anaesthetic services at Maitland Hospital and beyond. 
  
  

Regional Focus

• As part of the HNELHD, our department is committed to serving the needs of the Maitland community and surrounding areas, offering access to high-quality care close to home.
  
  

Essential qualifications

• A primary medical degree registrable with AHPRA and Fellowship of ANZCA (or nearing completion within six months) and/or eligibility via overseas specialist pathways. 
• Recent, comprehensive experience in Anaesthesia demonstrating expertise as a medical professional.
  
  

Specialist international medical graduates (SIMGs)

• We have multiple SIMGs within the department who have embraced and settled in the region, read about their journey below**.
• The expedited SIMG registration pathway has made the journey to Australia much easier. We would support SIMGs through this path and help them settle down in their new home. 
• The health district has specialised recruitment wings that cater to SIMGs and their settlement needs.
• Find out more about SIMG and expedited pathways:

ANZCA SIMG

Australian Medical Board

Expedited Specialist Pathways

Are you an International Medical Graduate (IMG) seeking specialist registration in Australia? The Expedited Specialist Pathway offers a streamlined route for eligible doctors to gain recognition and start practicing sooner. The Expedited Specialist Pathway is currently available for eligible doctors in the specialties of General Practice, Anaesthesia, and Psychiatry, with plans for expansion into other specialties, including Obstetrics and Gynaecology. To be eligible for the Expedited Specialist Pathway, specialist International Medical Graduates (SIMGs) must hold a specialist qualification on the Medical Board’s Expedited Specialist Pathway accepted qualifications list. Accepted specialists can start practicing when the Medical Board has granted you specialist registration and approved your supervised position, with a period of six (6) months supervised practice being completed. You can find more information here or reach out to one of our Senior Medical Recruitment Consultants for a chat about your eligibility!

** "I'm glad I made the move from NHS to Hunter New England Health. The systems are similar to those I used back in the UK, but with much better support from both the department and the management team. I never imagined that after 23 years, working as a consultant in the NHS, I would leave the United Kingdom to work in Australia, but I can honestly say I feel at home here. With the support of Maitland Hospital and the Senior Medical Recruitment and Settlement Concierge teams, I've obtained my permanent residency and also purchased a place of my own." Dr Mathew Sebastien, Senior Staff Specialist in Anaesthesia, Maitland Hospital.

"The Clinical Director of Anaesthesia at Maitland Hospital was very helpful and quick in responding to my questions about the job and the place. I was very impressed with their proactiveness and willingness to help, after I was offered the job at Maitland, I was supposed to have interviews at a couple of other places in Australia, but I turned them down as I knew Maitland had everything our family needed to grow and live happily.

Choosing Maitland has given our family everything we need to grow and live happily. We have the hospital, good public schools and a nice private grammar school all within 5-7 minutes drive of our home. Newcastle's beautiful beaches and the Hunter Valley vineyards are just 30 minutes away and we are only 2 hour's drive from Sydney."

" Dr Sunil Dondapati, Staff Specialist in Anaesthesia, Maitland Hospital

What we can offer you

• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment, opportunities to collaborate with leading researchers and experts through partnerships with HMRI and the University of Newcastle.
• Modern Facilities: Work with advanced technology in a purpose-built hospital.
• Team Environment: Join a collaborative and multidisciplinary team.
• Lifestyle Benefits: Located in the Lower Hunter Valley, the region offers a perfect balance of vibrant community living, beautiful natural surroundings, and proximity to Newcastle and Sydney. 
• Sustainable Healthcare: A focus on sustainable healthcare to create a healthier environment for all.
• Benefits: including Salary packaging, Fitness Passport access for discounted gyms and pools & Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
• Support with applications and onboarding: Dedicated Senior Medical Recruitment team and included Settlement Concierge to assist with applications, relocation and settling into the community. Ask us for all the details. 
  
  

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.