Surgery Jobs
Find the perfect Surgery job to suit your career and lifestyle
Join our network to advance your career in Surgery with access to the most rewarding locum Surgery jobs and permanent Surgery jobs across both the public and private sectors in Australia and New Zealand.
With the number of surgical procedures on the rise, our Surgery recruitment team can help you secure a wide variety of locum and permanent Surgery jobs across all seniorities and subspecialties of Surgery in metropolitan, regional and remote areas.
Our dedicated Surgery recruitment team will go above and beyond to find you the perfect Surgery job in a location and hospital ideally suited to your career goals and lifestyle. Decide what contract works for you – full-time, part-time or flexible working hours. PGY3+ doctors can also benefit from locum Surgery jobs at Registrar level to gain experience and exposure to theatre, helping with acceptance to SET programs.
We have surgical locum jobs at all levels from RMO (Resident), Registrar and Consultant level ranging from a weekend to a few months. The majority of locum Surgery jobs are in General Surgery, but there is a steady need in the surgical subspecialties of Orthopaedic, Urology, ENT, Vascular, Neurosurgery and Plastics.
Register today and our experienced Surgery team will be in touch to find out how we can help you take the next step in your career as a Surgeon.
What is the average Surgery job salary?
Doctors working in Surgery in Australia can expect to earn the following for locum and permanent Surgery jobs:
- Junior and middle-grade Surgery jobs: can earn a salary from approx. $85,000 to $150,000 per year
- General Surgeon jobs (and subspecialties): can earn a salary between $270,000 to $400,000 per year
- Locum General Surgeon jobs (and subspecialties): pay rates between $1,800 to $3,000 per day
- Locum Orthopaedic Surgeon jobs: pay rates between from $2,000 to $3,000 per day
What Subspecialties of General Surgery do we recruit for?
In addition to sharing the most rewarding General Surgery jobs, we provide career advice and find the best locum and permanent Surgery jobs in the following subspecialty areas:
| Breast Surgery | Otolaryngology (ENT) | Urology | Neurosurgery |
| Plastic Surgery | Vascular Surgery | Orthopaedic Surgery | Surgery Registrar roles |
What qualifications do you need to work in Surgery in Australia and New Zealand?
Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) is the Specialist qualification in Australia and New Zealand. You are advised to assess your training program in terms of content, duration, governance, and assessment to see if it is comparable to the RACS training program. If so, it may be worth applying for Specialist Assessment in Australia or Vocational registration in New Zealand. International qualifications that are often deemed comparable include:
- UK/Ireland – FRCS combined with the CCT (or CCST or JCHMT as appropriate)
- Canada – Fellowship with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Canada
- USA – Some Board-Certified Surgeons – depending on training program
Get free advice from our in-house Regulatory and Migration team
All our doctors looking for Surgery jobs have access to expert advice from our in-house Regulatory and Migration team. We can assist you with the RACS assessment, AHPRA registration, Medicare as well as migration advice from our registered migration agents.
Register with our Surgery team today and we will contact you for a confidential discussion about your medical career goals and the Surgery jobs currently available to you.
Results 17 locum jobs found
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| Surgery - General | Resident (RMO) | Sale, VIC, Australia | Immediate | $100 per hour | Apply | |||||||||
Lots of blocks to choose from for General Surgery RMOWork when you want. Call now to know what's available
Contact Matthew Said on +61 2 8353 9000 or email msaid@wave.com.au
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| Surgery - Neuro | Consultant / Specialist | Location upon request, QLD, Australia | Immediate | $2,000 per day | Apply | |||||||||
Neuro Surgeons needed in QLD to commence ASAP.
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| Duration: | Ongoing blocks |
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| Conditions: | Dates - ASAP until 13th December 30th December until 30th April Details - Travel and accommodation provided. |
| Credentials: | You must have Specialist Registration with AHPRA and must either be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen, an Australian Permanent Resident or on a 457 Temporary Work Visa. |
| Job ID: | J106696 |
ENT Surgeon Specialist locum available in QLD
Don't miss your opportunity to work with this highly motivated and dedicated team in QLD
| Duration: | 2 months |
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| Conditions: | Dates - 7th December until 31st January. Details - Travel and accommodation provided. |
| Credentials: | You must have Specialist Registration with AHPRA and must either be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen, an Australian Permanent Resident or on a 457 Temporary Work Visa. |
| Job ID: | J106927 |
Locum as Surgical Reg in one of the busiest Emergency Departments in New South Wales with around 63,000 presentation
This is the perfect, flexible locum for local doctors. 1.5hrs drive from Sydney, excellent rates, variety of shift times & levels. You can easily pick up single shifts to fit in with your full-time roster.
| Duration: | 1 Month and 16 Days |
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| Conditions: | Shift starts on Wednesday 16th of December 2020 to Sunday 31st of January 2021. |
| Credentials: | Must have AHPRA General Registration and CV with 2 current References. |
| Job ID: | J105094 |
Vascular Surgeons needed in NSW ASAP.
Take your experience to NSW and help a community in need.
| Duration: | Ongoing, weekend needs. |
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| Conditions: | Dates - Weekend needs, ongoing. Details - Travel & accommodation provided. |
| Credentials: | AHPRA Specialist Registration, FRACS, NSW Paperwork, Hospital Paperwork, Immunisations, Medicare Provider Number Application |
| Job ID: | J104736 |
Get out of the city and enjoy what Maitland has to offer
Great block within a supportive setting
| Duration: | 2 Weeks |
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| Conditions: | Shift starts on Monday 11th of January to Monday 25th of January 2021. Accommodation provided on site and travel reimbursed |
| Credentials: | Must have AHPRA General Registration and Cv with 2 current References. |
| Job ID: | J108431 |
Surgical Registrar or RMO needed in NSW
Supplement your income whilst gaining more experience in this friendly hospital.
| Duration: | 17 Days |
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| Conditions: | Shift starts on Tuesday 12th of January to Thursday 28th of January 2021. Shared accommodation provided on site and travel reimbursed |
| Credentials: | Must have AHPRA General Registration and CV with 2 current References. |
| Job ID: | J108409 |
General Surgeons, lock in a quick locum in VIC ASAP.
Lend a helping hand and save lives!
| Duration: | 2 days |
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| Conditions: | Dates - 26th January until 27th January Details - Travel and accommodation provided |
| Credentials: | You must have Specialist Registration with AHPRA and must either be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen, an Australian Permanent Resident or on a 457 Temporary Work Visa. |
| Job ID: | J108667 |
General Surgeon needed in this regional country town in NSW, on an ongoing basis.
Earn great locum rates and assist the Surgery department in this friendly hospital.
| Duration: | Weekly blocks |
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| Conditions: | Dates - Weekly block, every 7 weeks from February onwards – 0800 Monday to 0800 Monday. Details - Travel and accommodation provided. |
| Credentials: | You must have Specialist Registration with AHPRA and must either be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen, an Australian Permanent Resident or on a 457 Temporary Work Visa. |
| Job ID: | J98150 |
Orthopaedic Surgeons, head to coastal WA this February.
Be part of a team of medical professionals while enjoying the adventures only this place has to offer.
| Duration: | 4days |
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| Conditions: | Dates - 1st February until 4th February Details - Travel & accommodation provided. |
| Credentials: | You must have Specialist Registration with AHPRA and must either be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen, an Australian Permanent Resident or on a 457 Temporary Work Visa. |
| Job ID: | J104841 |