_{23rd April, 2026}

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon (Staff Specialist / Visiting Medical Officer – VMO)
Location: Regional New South Wales (NSW), Australia
Salary Type: Public base + private earning potential
Estimated Salary:

• Staff Specialist (Base): AUD 186,000 – 251,000 per annum
• VMO Model: AUD 250,000 – 500,000+ per annum (depending on caseload & billings)

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon to join a regional referral hospital in New South Wales. This role offers flexibility between a Staff Specialist position (public system) and a VMO model, allowing significant private earning potential alongside public hospital work.
The successful candidate will manage a mix of elective orthopaedic procedures and trauma cases, supported by a structured clinical team in a well-established regional healthcare setting.
Key Responsibilities

• Perform a broad range of orthopaedic surgical procedures (elective and trauma)
• Manage fractures, musculoskeletal injuries, and degenerative conditions
• Participate in on-call and trauma rosters
• Conduct outpatient clinics and follow-up care
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including ED, anesthesia, and rehabilitation
• Supervise and support Registrars and Junior Medical Officers (JMOs)
• Contribute to clinical governance, audits, and service development

Eligibility & Requirements

• Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS – Orthopaedics) or equivalent
• Specialist registration (or eligibility) with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Proven experience in orthopaedic surgery within hospital settings
• Ability to manage both elective and trauma caseloads
• Strong commitment to teamwork, teaching, and regional healthcare delivery

Benefits

• Superannuation: ~11%–12% employer contribution
• Annual leave: 4–5 weeks
• Paid sick leave
• Salary packaging (tax-effective benefits)
• On-call and additional allowance payments
• Accommodation provided
• Car provided
• Strong private earning potential (VMO model)
• Support from Registrars and JMOs
• Regional incentives and lifestyle benefits

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