Expand your rural medical portfolio with this opportunity as the Senior Medical Superintendent at the Moura Multi-Purpose Health Service. Taking on the challenge of rural medicine is the perfect move to see diversity in your caseload and build meaningful and lasting connections with your community.

Only 2 hours from Rockhampton, Moura is the perfect backdrop to start a new journey in your career. Lying in the heart of the Dawson Valley, your quality of life will be improved by the tranquillity of rural living with friendly and hard-working neighbours, ready to help at a moment’s notice.

Get away from the hustle and bustle and put down roots in a close-knit community where you will see first-hand the positive impacts of your expert care.

Job details

This position attracts a Queensland Health Attraction Incentive of up to $70,000 - find out if you qualify here: Workforce Attraction Incentive Guideline Scheme

About us:

Moura is situated approximately 180kms west of Rockhampton in the fertile Dawson Valley. The Moura Community Hospital comprising two emergency department (ED) resuscitation bays, 2 short stay beds, 2 inpatient bays, 2 treatment rooms and 3 consult rooms was completed in May 2015. This ‘Community Hospital' is a new concept for Queensland Health (QH), and a hybrid between an outpatient centre and a traditional rural Hospital.

About the role:

The Medical Superintendent Private Practice (MSPP) will be responsible for the provision of safe, efficient quality medical services to inpatients and outpatients of the Moura Community Hospital including the provision of 24-hour emergency department coverage.

About you:

• Mandatory qualification/s: MBBS or equivalent eligible for registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia, Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Fellowship of either the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM) or Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) is highly desirable.
• Advanced skills in Emergency Medicine or commitment to complete AST – Emergency Medicine / FARGP – Emergency Medicine (ACRRM / RACGP) is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience across a variety of clinical fields (e.g. primary care, emergency and general medicine, geriatrics, mental health, drug and alcohol), with an ability to provide an effective and efficient range of general practice services including safe childbirth in emergency situations.
• Sound knowledge of community health, public health and epidemiology, Aboriginal Health, Drug and Alcohol issues and health education.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $280,530 p.a. (MSR2-2) or $267,993 p.a. (MSR1-4) is comprised of:

• A salary rate between $204,910 – $210,332 p.a. (MSR2-1 – MSR2-2)
• A salary rate between $182,106 - $199,213 p.a. (MSR1-1 – MSR1-4)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Education Opportunities – Study and Research
• Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) BA4I594391

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Applications close: Sunday, 10 November 2024

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Further information

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Documents

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• BA4I594391 - Medical Superintendant (PDF, 351KB)
  Role Description
  
  Preperation Guide (PDF, 2.87MB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 381KB)
  Information Package for Applicants