An exceptional and exciting opportunity is now available for a specialist GP with Rural Generalist recognition to work alongside specialist Obstetricians at Gladstone Hospital. This Rural Generalist (Obstetrics) position is designed to deliver Obstetrics and Gynaecology services to the hospitals within the Gladstone and Banana Shire regions.

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:

Gladstone Hospital is a 70-bed facility providing a comprehensive array of general and specialist inpatient and outpatient services. These include Emergency, General Medicine and Surgery, basic Orthopaedics, Clinical Investigation, Obstetrics, Maternity, Gynaecology, High Dependency and Coronary Care, Palliative Care, Medical Imaging, Pathology, and Paediatrics. The hospital also offers services in Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs, Oral Health, Physiotherapy, Dietetics, Speech Pathology, and community outreach programs. Additionally, there is a Primary Health Care Centre located in Boyne Valley. Gladstone Hospital employs approximately 282 full-time equivalent staff who deliver care across Acute, Community, and Primary care settings.

About the role:

This unique opportunity is for a specialist GP with Rural Generalist recognition to work in a busy level 3 obstetric unit alongside specialist obstetricians. The Rural Generalist (Obstetrics) will provide Obstetrics and Gynaecology services to Gladstone and Banana Shire hospitals, including expert care at Gladstone Hospital and support to other Central Queensland facilities via Outreach or Telehealth Clinics in Biloela, Moura, Theodore, and Baralaba.

About you:

• Mandatory qualification/s: MBBS or equivalent eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
• The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (DRANZCOG) (advanced).
• While not mandatory, the following qualifications would be well regarded:
  • General Practice Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) or
  • Fellowship of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM) or
  • Evidence of acceptance as an Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) or Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) trainee.
• Current Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Current Obstetric Emergency Management, RANZCOG FSE accreditation and Advanced Neo Resuscitation training.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $446,518 p.a.is comprised of:

• $204,206 - $244,248 p.a. (L18 – L25)
• $176,802 - $204,206 p.a. (L13 – L18)
• $176,802 - $182,330 p.a. (L13 – L14)
• 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) GL4F573395

Applications close: Thursday, 1 August 2024

Further information

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Documents

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

• GL4F573395 - Senior Medical Officer (Rural Generalist) (PDF, 352KB)
  Role Description
  
  CQHHS Senior Medical Candidate Document Guide (PDF, 3.36MB)
  Application Kit
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 312KB)
  Application Kit