Staff Specialist – General Medicine (Consultant Level) FRACP, M

Launceston General Hospital – Tasmania, Australia
ME Medical Recruitment

Excellent Career Opportunity for UK-Trained General Physicians (General Medicine/ Acute Care) Seeking Consultant Roles in Australia

ME Medical Recruitment is currently recruiting for General Physicians / General Medicine Specialists to join their well-established and expanding Department of Medicine.

This is an outstanding opportunity for local trained or UK‑trained consultants (or those close to CCT) seeking a high‑quality healthcare environment, excellent lifestyle, and a smooth transition into the Australian specialist pathway.

Eligibility – Australian, New Zealand or UK GMC-Trained Specialists with :

To meet Australian Medical Council expedited pathway, applicants must meet one of the following UK training routes:

Route A — General Internal Medicine (GIM)

You must have:

• MRCP (UK) awarded August 2007 onwards
  
• Full UK postgraduate training completed
  
• Awarded UK CCT in General Internal Medicine
  
• Completed entire specialty training within the UK system
  

Route B — Dual Training (GIM + Acute Internal Medicine)

You must have:

• MRCP (UK) awarded August 2009 onwards
  
• Completion of full UK dual training programme
  
• CCT in General Internal Medicine and Acute Internal Medicine
  
• Entire postgraduate training completed within the UK
  

These pathways align with AHPRA Specialist Recognition processes and are suitable for doctors aiming for Specialist Registration in Australia.

About the Role

As a Staff Specialist in General Medicine, you will:

• Provide inpatient and outpatient general medicine services
  
• Participate in the acute and on‑call roster (negotiable)
  
• Work within a multi‑disciplinary team with strong sub specialty support
  
• Contribute to registrar, SHO and medical student teaching
  
• Participate in service improvement, clinical governance and leadership
  
• Work within an RACP‑accredited training environment
  

The Department hosts physicians with subspecialty interests including Cardiology, Infectious Diseases, Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Respiratory, Endocrinology, Nephrology, Geriatrics and Palliative Care.

Salary & Benefits

AUD $216,300 – $310,389 per annum, plus:

• 12% superannuation
  
• Up to 20% Retention Allowance
  
• 35% Allowance in lieu of private practice
  
• Vehicle allowance or fully maintained lease vehicle
  
• Relocation assistance & temporary accommodation support
  
• Salary packaging (similar to UK tax‑efficient schemes)
  
• Generous annual leave, study leave and CPD allowance
  
• Fitness Passport membership for you and your family
  

About Launceston & Tasmania

Launceston offers the ideal combination of city amenities and natural beauty. Benefits include:

• Excellent schools and family‑friendly lifestyle
  
• Short commutes (average 10–15 minutes)
  
• Access to world‑class food, wine, and outdoor activities
  
• Safe, relaxed community with a strong medical workforce
  

Many UK doctors report Tasmania provides a smoother transition compared with larger cities and offers exceptional work–life balance.

Registration & Immigration Support

ME Medical Recruitment provides full assistance with:

• RACP comparability pathway
  
• Expedited pathway
• AHPRA specialist registration process
  
• Visa options (including Subclass 482/186) (hospital sponsorship)
  
• Relocation planning for individuals and families
  

We specialise in supporting UK consultants relocating to Australia and offer end‑to‑end guidance.

Apply Now

If you are a UK‑trained General Physician seeking a high‑quality Consultant post in Australia, we encourage you to apply.

About ME Medical Recruitment

ME Medical Recruitment supports UK and international doctors in securing high‑quality medical positions across Australia. We provide personalised placement support, guidance on registration pathways, and comprehensive relocation assistance.