Consultant / VMO - Orthopaedic Surgery | Northern NSW LHD | $3,000/shift | Travel & Accom Provided | Theatre & On-Call Opportunities
The Opportunity:
Northern NSW LHD is seeking a
Consultant, Staff Specialist or VMO Orthopaedic Surgeon to provide locum cover across its public hospital network.
You’ll deliver a combination of trauma and elective surgical care, participate in consultant rosters, and supervise registrars. Roles may include outpatient clinics, operating lists, and 24-hour on-call shifts depending on the location and schedule.
Clinical Environment: - Manage a high-volume trauma and fracture caseload, ensuring strong procedural variety and exposure to complex presentations
- Operate in modern, well-equipped theatres with dedicated nursing and anaesthetic support – allowing you to focus on patient care
- Collaborate with ED, inpatient and allied health teams to deliver holistic orthopaedic management
- Support and mentor registrars and junior doctors, contributing to a strong teaching culture while reducing workload strain
- Make a meaningful contribution to regional hospitals, where your expertise directly supports underserved communities
Eligibility Criteria: - AHPRA Specialist Registration
- Fellowship with RACS (Orthopaedic Surgery) or equivalent
- NSW Working with Children Check and Police Check
- Willingness to complete onboarding and credentialing
What’s Provided: - $3,000/shift, based on shift type and experience
- Return travel, accommodation, and hire car included
- Ad hoc and block shifts available throughout 2025
- Full credentialing and booking support
Location – Northern NSW: Work within the scenic
Northern NSW region, with placements across towns such as
Lismore, Ballina, Grafton, and Tweed Heads.
Whether you’re after coastal escapes, hinterland views, or a peaceful community vibe, this region offers the ideal blend of rewarding work and relaxed living.
Interested? Contact Ellie Nicholson at Gorilla Jobs:
Call or SMS: 0499 856 275
Email: ellie@gorillajobs.com.au