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General Surgery Registrar - Wollongong Hospital 25th January to 2nd February 2025

Contact Tahnee today on 02 8353 9082 for more information or a confidential discussion. Shift starts...

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Surgical HMO Term 4 - Mildura Base 04 November 2024 to 04 February 2025

Contact Tahnee today on 0447 477 909 for more information or a confidential discussion. Shift starts...

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General Surgery UR - Swan Hill 23 September to 18 October 2024

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ENT Surgery Registrar - Wollongong Hospital 4th November to 29th November 2024

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General Surgery PHO - Gladstone 02 September to 10 November 2024

Three Blocks from 21st October till 24th November $1060 per day Travel & Accommodation Provided

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Surgical PHO - Bundaberg Hospital - 11th November to 20th January 2025

Surgical PHO - 11th November to 20th January 2025 $1040 per day Travel & Accommodation provided

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  • "Wavelength listens to what I have to say and tries to match up roles as best as they can. They always put me first and continuously negotiate the best outcomes on my behalf with the hospital."

    Dr Sandeep
    Surgical Registrar
  • "Wavelength was diligent and proactive in getting me the best Orthopaedic Registrar locums, based on my experience and requirements. As a Senior Reg, I was looking for good exposure to theatre which they helped me with. I am now in full-time employment in a senior role and still very happy to locum whenever I get a chance – I highly recommend Wavelength."

    Dr Yateen
    Orthopaedic Registrar
  • "Wavelength exemplifies professionalism and attention to detail in all of their dealings with me. The transition to a different culture and work practice is not easy but they made the journey stress-free. Wavelength are a pleasure to work with and I would highly recommend them to any other professional contemplating a change in working environment."

    Dr Sachin
    Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

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 you 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
  • 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 the training program

Is there Regulatory and Migration help available?

All our doctors looking for Surgery jobs have access to free 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.

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 you 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
  • 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 the training program

Is there Regulatory and Migration help available?

All our doctors looking for Surgery jobs have access to free 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.

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 you 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
  • 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 the training program

Is there Regulatory and Migration help available?

All our doctors looking for Surgery jobs have access to free 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.