Orthopaedic Surgeon | Regional WA
An exceptional opportunity is available for a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon to join a highly regarded regional health service in a stunning coastal town in Western Australia. This role offers the chance to deliver meaningful surgical care to a close-knit community while enjoying an enviable lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty.
The Opportunity
This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) position available on a permanent or fixed-term basis, with potential for extension or transition to permanency.
As part of a well-supported surgical team, you will provide comprehensive orthopaedic services including:
- Outpatient clinics, elective and emergency procedures
- On-call and acute care responsibilities
- Clinical leadership and supervision of junior medical staff
- Participation in teaching, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
You will play a key role in shaping and expanding orthopaedic services within a progressive regional setting.
The Hospital
You will be based at a modern regional health campus functioning as a secondary referral centre for a large catchment population. The facility includes:
- ~140 inpatient beds with planned future expansion
- A busy Emergency Department with over 35,000 presentations annually
- Established surgical and medical departments, including oncology, general medicine, and subacute care
- High dependency services
