Moving to Gladstone to be part of this dynamic transformation at Gladstone Hospital's Emergency department offers a unique chance to contribute to pioneering healthcare advancements in the region.

Supporting the Director, your role will be crucial in guaranteeing that the Emergency Medical Services offered by CQHHS at Gladstone Hospital are both efficient and customer-centric. Specifically, Senior Medical Officers and Staff Specialists will play a pivotal role in shaping and maintaining a robust specialist training program for Emergency Medicine.

Job details

This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link - Workforce Attraction Incentive Guideline Scheme

About us:

CQ Health provides public health services across Central Queensland, in hospitals and in the community. CQ Health is a statutory body governed by our Board. We serve a growing population of approximately 250,000 people and employ more than 3,700 staff, treating more than 700,000 patients each year.

About the role:

Gladstone Hospital Emergency department is transitioning into newly constructed $42 million state of art emergency department. This position will give opportunity in developing and implementing a contemporary evidence-based model of care. 

About you:

To be successful in this role you must have:

• Staff Specialist:
  • MBBS or equivalent to be eligible for registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
  • Current Advanced Life Support (ALS) or Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) certification.
  • Fellowship of the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine (FACEM) or equivalent specialist qualification to enable registration as a Specialist in Emergency Medicine with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
  • Applicants who have completed their ACEM Fellowship Written examination and expect to meet the essential requirements of this position within the next six months are also encouraged to apply.
  • Enrolment and maintenance of ongoing CME program with the appropriate bodies.
• Senior Medical Officer:
  • MBBS or equivalent to be eligible for registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
  • Applicants who have completed their ACEM Fellowship Written examination and expect to meet the essential requirements of this position within the next six months
  • Post-graduate qualifications related to generalist hospital practice (e.g. FACRRM, FRACGP, Advanced Skills Training in Emergency Medicine or Generalist Medicine) would be well regarded.
  • Current Advanced Life Support (ALS) or Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) certification.

What we offer:

Salary Information:

Total remuneration value of up to $587,413 p.a. is comprised of:

• $176,802 – $182,330 p.a. (L13 – L14)
• $176,802 – $204,206 p.a. (L13 – L18)
• $204,206 – $237,196 p.a. (L18 – L24)
• $204,206 – $244,248 p.a. (L18 – L25)
• $244,248 – $258,910 p.a. (L25 – L27)

Additional Benefits Include:

• Professional Development Leave (3.6 weeks p.a.)
• Professional Development Allowance ($21,500 p.a.)
• Generous Salary Sacrificing (conditions apply)
• Access to paid parental leave (conditions apply)
• Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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) GL4D560256.

Applications close: Wednesday, 5 June 2024.

Further information

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

Microsoft Word (.doc) or PDF file types are supported. Files must be a maximum of 2MB each.

Documents

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

• GL4D560256 - SSS SS or SMO (PDF, 350KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 312KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CQHHS Senior Medical Candidate Document Preparation Guide (PDF, 3.36MB)
  Information Package for Applicants