Retrieval Registrars and Consultants - Full Time

Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (Queensland Section) · ACT · Full time
+60d ago

Retrieval Registrars and Consultants - Full Time

Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (Queensland Section)
ACT

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Full time

~$210k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Provide critical care as part of the Emergency Retrieval team.
  • Deliver high-acuity emergency care in a regional setting.
  • Participate in a rotational training program with exposure to various clinical environments.

Seeking Registrars and Consultants

The Royal Flying Doctor ServiceSouth Eastern Section (RFDSSE) is an organisation that requires little introduction. As we fly towards our100-year anniversary our name is cemented in Australian history as a trusted healthcare provider to the communities we serve.

We are currently recruiting Retrieval Registrars (full-time) and Retrieval Consultants (full-time or part-time) for the February 2027 or August 2027 intakes into our Retrieval Team.

This role offers a rare chance to move beyond the traditional hospital environment and deliver high-acuity emergency care, while enjoying the lifestyle advantages of regional living

About the Role

As part of our Emergency Retrieval team, you will provide critical care from the moment a patient calls for help through to definitive treatment.

Our rotational training program includes exposure to:

  • RFDSSE bases in Dubbo and Broken Hill

  • Local rural hospitals

  • Telehealth and remote clinical support

No two days are the same, offering variety, autonomy, and meaningful patient-centred care.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Minimum 5 years post‑graduate experience

  • Advanced trainee status with CICM, ACEM, ANZCA, or ACRRM (with JCCA/DRGA)
    (Equivalent overseas qualifications considered for eligible applicants)

  • At least 18 months critical care experience (ED and ICU)

  • 6 months anaesthetics experience

  • Experience managing critically ill and trauma patients

  • ALS, APLS, and ATLS (or equivalent) – desirable

  • Recent practice in a critical care environment

What We Offer

  • Base salary of $210,000, inclusive of 20% shift worker loading

  • Generous salary packaging benefits

  • Housing allowance up to $30,000 per year or RFDS-provided accommodation (pro-rata for part-time)

  • Five weeks annual leave (pro rata for part-time)

  • Relocation assistance

  • Comprehensive induction program and ongoing medical education

  • Flexible full-time or part-time opportunities

Why RFDSSE?

Join an organisation where your work makes a real difference. With RFDSSE, you’ll combine clinical excellence with lifestyle, purpose, and professional development—while delivering care where it’s needed most.

What next?

We’d love to hear from you. Click APPLY and our team will be in touch to talk you through the role, answer your questions, and learn more about what you’re looking for in your next career move.

Be inspired by the extraordinary work our Medical Officers do every day. Experience abehind‑the‑scenes look at their lifesaving missions and discover the vital role the RFDSSouth Eastern Section retrieval team plays in supporting communities across remote and rural Australia. Join a team driven by purpose Join the RFDS South Eastern Section retrieval team | Royal Flying Doctor Service

APPLY NOW! For a copy of the Position Description and to be considered for our Intakes.

Our Values:

Our Values of Reliability, Care, Trust and Safety shape the way we work as individuals, as team members and with the communities we serve.

Successful applicants must have good fitness and be comfortable working in an aviation environment. The role requires you to be able to think on your feet and safely adapt to changing environments and scenarios.

The RFDSSE is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Skills

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AdaptableAdvanced trainee statusAir ambulance operationsAlsAnaestheticsAplsAtlsAustralian medical qualificationsAutonomy in practiceAviation environment adaptabilityCritical careCritical care environment practiceCritical care experienceDecision making in emergenciesEmergency medicineFitness for aviation environmentPatient-centred careRemote clinical supportTeamworkTrauma management

Licenses & certifications

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Advanced life support (als)Advanced trauma life support (atls)Paediatric advanced life support (apls)

Perks & benefits

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Base salary of $210,000Five weeks annual leaveGenerous salary packaging benefits

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