Have you got a passion for helping people? Make a difference in our community by providing exceptional care and support to our Emerald Hospital as the Senior Medical Officer!

This a chance to join a dynamic team of Rural Generalists working at top of scope. With a well resourced and newly rebuilt emergency department, busy rural maternity service and procedural services professional satisfaction is assured. Our Senior Medical Officers provide high quality primary and secondary medical services within Central Queensland.

Join our multidisciplinary team and enhance your scope of practice today!

Job details

About us:

Emerald Hospital is located 300kms west of the Queensland coastline. The population of the surrounding community is approximately 28,000 with 15,000 at Emerald. There are two small hospitals within 100kms, located at Blackwater and Springsure. Emerald Hospital is a 36-bed facility, has two operating theatres and approximately 160 staff delivering services across acute, community and primary care.

About the role:

This a chance to join a dynamic team of Rural Generalists working at top of scope. With a well resourced and newly rebuilt emergency department, busy rural maternity service and procedural services professional satisfaction is assured. We are commitment to patient safety and continuous service improvement and assists in the professional development and support of Principal House Officers, Resident Medical Officers, and Medical Students.

About you:

Mandatory qualification/s: Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia. The incumbent is required to maintain registration with the Medical Board of Australia at all times.

• FACRRM or FRACGP or evidence of significant progress as an ACRRM or RACGP trainee.
• Current ALS, PALS and Neonatal Resuscitation certification.
• Enrolment in and maintenance of a CME/CPD program with an appropriate medical college.

Non-mandatory qualifications/requirements: Advanced skills in the following will be favourably considered:

• Obstetrics i.e., DRANZCOG (Advanced)
• Anaesthetics i.e., JCCA/DipRGA
• Surgery
• Internal Medicine
• Paediatrics
• Emergency Medicine
• Palliative Care
• Mental Health

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $501,577 p.a. is comprised of:

• An annual rate between $182,106 - $251,527 p.a.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Attraction and Retention (35%) – Assigned Model
• 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 SMORecruitment @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CH4J599520.

Applications close: Sunday, 5 January 2025

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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• CQHHS Senior Medical Candidate Document Guide (PDF, 3.36MB)
  Application Kit
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 381KB)
  Application Kit
  
  CH4J599520 - Senior Medical Officer (RGPF) (PDF, 377KB)
  Role Description