== The Position == A fantastic opportunity exists for a specialist physician with an interest in cardiology to join a well-established private practice. You will be welcomed into the collegial team and will have full support to establish your position in the community. Your key responsibility will be to provide a high-quality general medicine and non-invasive cardiology services to patients in a growing local community. You will join two physicians and be supported by a sonographer, nursing and an admin team led by an experienced practice manager, with a contracted echo service. To be successful in this position you will be a passionate and caring physician with the drive to succeed and to lead the business into the future. You will be a strong team player and will enjoy working in collaboration with your colleagues to support the business in continued success. This position provides you with the rare opportunity to step straight into a well-established and busy private practice allowing you to have a very lucrative salary package. There will be the opportunity to become a stakeholder, and ultimately take over this readymade business in the future. With a generous guaranteed daily rate you will transition into this role and the world of private practice with no financial risk.  == The Practice == This recently modernised practice is located in a purpose built medical centre located conveniently next door to the public hospital. Under current ownership == The Practice == has been established for over 30 years and has over 13,000 registered patients. The public hospital is next door and there is ample parking and easy-access to local amenities. == The Location == Less than two hours from Sydney by road or train, this area is one of the country?s most spectacular icons. The region is made up of a number of distinct villages and townships bordering one of the world?s greatest National Parks which was recognised in the year 2000 as a World Heritage Area.  The region includes an expanding collection of community facilities which are always within close proximity including sport and fitness venues, cinemas and a variety of shopping. For the outdoor adventurer there is bushwalking, mountain biking and historical exploration on offer. Eating out is a popular past time, with numerous restaurants, cafes, clubs and pubs available in the area. Enjoy local theatre, wander through the weekend craft markets or picnic with friends in the park, the choice is yours.  The area is well serviced by both bus and rail, with regular express rail services to the city. All levels of schooling are available from pre-school to secondary school. The region offers a great range of education choices. Nine private and 14 public schools are available throughout the region offering your family the options it needs to make the move easy on the children and ensure them a quality education. The region has a TAFE college and close access to three university campuses. Properties here go on average for $450,000 AUD and units around $100,000 AUD less.  == Essential Criteria == To be successful in applying for this position you must hold FRACP or be close to completing your fellowship and be eligible for specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. If you are unsure if you meet the selection criteria please forward a copy of your most recent resume and I will assess your eligibility and will advise you of your options.