Step into a leadership role as a Senior Medical Superintendent/Medical superintendent with our highly regarded private practice, where you’ll shape the future of rural healthcare.

The Medical Superintendent Private Practice ensures quality medical services at Springsure MPHS, including 24-hour emergency coverage, supported by the Emerald Hospital team. This role allows income generation through private practice and offers opportunities for professional development. The MSPP may also provide services across various Central Queensland facilities as needed.

Springsure is a charming rural town in Queensland known for its rich history and friendly community. Located in the picturesque Gemfields region, it offers access to stunning landscapes, outdoor activities, and local attractions, making it a delightful place to visit or live.

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Job details

About us:

Springsure Multi-Purpose Health Service (MPHS) is located approximately 70kms south of Emerald Hospital. Springsure MPHS provides a range of health services to the community, including emergency, inpatients and outpatients, and residential aged care with 12 permanent aged care beds.

Springsure hosts a suite of visiting community and Allied Health clinics, including Physiotherapy, Speech Pathology, Podiatry, Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Child Health Nurse and Women's Health.

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 Springsure MPHS including the provision of 24-hour emergency department coverage. This role is supported by the Emerald Hospital team including providing phone advice, a rotating PHO and at times, physical coverage and backfill.

This position also has the right to Private Practice allowing for generation of significant income through fee for service primary care. The surgery is located in Wood Street, Springsure. An opportunity exists to maintain selected skills at Springsure Medical and it is intended the Medical Superintendent Private Practice will maximise his or her professional development as part of this appointment.

The provision of clinical services for Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service is provided as one service, multiple sites. In order to meet service needs, the Medical Officer may be required to provide clinical services at any facility within the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service, in line with the clinical services capability of the that facility.

About you:

• MBBS or equivalent eligible for registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia, Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Current certificates in ALS and APLS.
• While not mandatory, 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 / Remote medicine, FARGP – Emergency Medicine (ACRRM / RACGP) is highly desirable.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $280,652 p.a. 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 Leave and Allowances (3.6 Weeks)
• Inaccessibility Incentive allowance ($34,500 – 50% paid after six months completion)
• Overtime and on call allowances
• Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
• 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 Senior Medical Workforce @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CH5C625877.

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Further information

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Documents

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

• CH5C625877 - SMSPP or MSPP (PDF, 352KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CQHHS Senior Medical Candidate Document Guide (PDF, 3.36MB)
  Information Package for Applicants