Respiratory - Staff Specialist

Job Title – Staff Specialist Respiratory Physician
Salary Range – $262,376 - $354,479
Location – Regional New South Wales, Australia
Duration – Permanent, Full Time (40 hours per week)

Transform Respiratory Care in Regional NSW

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Respiratory Physician to join a growing and ambitious respiratory team in a vibrant regional centre in Western New South Wales. Be part of a developing specialty department that is driving excellence in patient outcomes, training, and innovation across a large health district.

As a Staff Specialist in Respiratory Medicine, you will provide high-quality clinical care, lead service development, and contribute to teaching and quality improvement initiatives that shape the future of respiratory care for regional Australians.

Main Duties:

• Ward and Clinic Services: Deliver inpatient and outpatient respiratory services, including bronchoscopy and intercostal chest drain procedures.
• Patient Demographics: Manage a broad spectrum of respiratory conditions in both acute and chronic cases from rural and regional communities.
• Team Environment: Join a close-knit team including two full-time Respiratory Physicians, a Respiratory Scientist, and a CNC, along with JMOs and trainees.
• On-Call Commitments: Participate in general medical on-call rota (1 in 12) and ward-based respiratory support on a 1 in 3 roster.
• Non-Clinical Contributions: Engage in clinical supervision, departmental education, hospital Grand Rounds, teaching of Basic and Advanced Trainees, audits, research, and quality improvement programs.

The Hospital:

You will work within a major regional referral hospital, with more than 170 beds and extensive specialist and generalist services. The hospital is a centre of excellence in Western NSW, serving a large, diverse geographical region. It is actively expanding and upgrading its capabilities, making it a centre of ongoing clinical and educational development.

The Location:

This regional city of around 55,000 residents in Western New South Wales offers:

• Affordable, high-quality living with spacious housing and significantly lower living costs than metropolitan areas.
• Education and Community: Family-friendly with excellent schooling options and a diverse, welcoming population.
• Access and Transport: Daily flights to Sydney, strong highway and rail links, and proximity to other major regional centres.
• Lifestyle: A thriving cultural, food, and outdoor recreation scene with ample access to nature, parks, and local attractions.

This location offers the best of both worlds—professional opportunity and lifestyle flexibility.

Requirements:

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) or eligibility via an overseas trained specialist pathway.
• Current (or eligible) registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated experience in respiratory medicine, including procedures such as bronchoscopy and NIV management.
• Proven leadership and collaborative working skills within multidisciplinary teams.
• A commitment to teaching, training, quality improvement, and research.
• Clearance of Working With Children Check, Criminal Record Check, and Health Assessment.

How BDI Resourcing Can Support You:

Partner with BDI Resourcing to make your move seamless. We provide:

Before You Apply:

• Bespoke CV preparation aligned with Australian medical standards.
• Comprehensive application and interview preparation tailored to respiratory medicine.

After Offer Acceptance:

• Full visa and documentation guidance 
• Assistance securing housing, schools, and local resources.
• Full relocation support for you and your family—logistics, community integration, and beyond.

How to Apply

Send your CV to aus@bdiresourcing.com and one of our specialist medicine recruiters will be in touch. If you have any questions or want to know more about the role, feel free to email the same address and we’ll be happy to assist.