Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer in Anaesthesia

Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer in Anaesthesia

Manning Base Hospital, Taree NSW

Permanent or fractional Staff Specialist appointments and VMO options available

Attention FANZCAs and soon-to-be Fellows — join our growing team of Anaesthetists at Manning Base Hospital. Enjoy a flexible, supportive work environment and a coastal lifestyle with affordable living on the beautiful Barrington Coast.

Professional Opportunities

• Exceptional Care: Be part of a team committed to high-quality patient outcomes.
• Career Development: Advance your career through project leadership, portfolio ownership, and teaching opportunities with the University of Newcastle's Joint Medical Program (Years 3–5).
• Collaborative Team: Work in a supportive environment alongside 12 specialists, 1 GP Anaesthetist, 2 GPA trainees, and 2 SRMOs.
• Dedicated Support: Receive guidance from a Senior Medical Recruitment team and relocation assistance from our Medical Settlement Concierge.

Lifestyle & Community

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules support a healthy balance between work and personal life.
• Beautiful Location: Live on the Barrington Coast, surrounded by beaches, rivers, and national parks.
• Vibrant Community: Become part of a welcoming, family-friendly region with rich cultural offerings and community spirit.

Regional Perks

• Outdoor Lifestyle: Enjoy hiking, surfing, fishing, and boating right at your doorstep.
• Convenient Access: Located just 2 hours from Newcastle and 3.5 hours from Sydney, with easy flight connections.
• Affordable Living: Benefit from a lower cost of living while maintaining access to quality amenities.
• Ideal Climate: Mild winters and warm summers make for year-round comfort.

About you

• You are a fully qualified FANZCA with specialist registration
• You thrive on making real connections with your patients
• You want to make a difference in an innovative organisation who cares for and connects with our patients
• You want an excellent work/life balance with the best of coast and country locations and a rewarding career

What we can offer you

• This is an opportunity to work for one of the largest local health districts in NSW which services a population of more than 900,000 across the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast areas.
• Hunter New England Health has strong, innovative connections with the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute.
• Working with HNE gives you access to a great range of benefits:
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Fitness Passport
• Salary Packaging – up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal and entertainment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Need more information?

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2) Find out more about applying for this position

Applications close: 18 January 2026

An eligibility list will be created for future roles

For a confidential discussion and to find out more about the role contact:

Dr Johnson Symon – Director of Anaesthesia, Manning Base Hospital

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For application related enquiries contact: Jessica Glover – Senior Medical Recruitment Consultant

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Any agencies wishing to present applicants are asked to please email the CV to before submitting an application

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases - this is a Category A position. Please read and understand NSW Health policy directive (PD2022_015). All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

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.