Hervey Bay and Maryborough Hospitals are seeking highly skilled and dedicated medical professionals to join our dynamic Emergency Department team. As a Senior Staff Specialist, Staff Specialist, or Senior Medical Officer (Emergency), you will be integral to the delivery of high-quality emergency care to the local community. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced clinicians to contribute to a rapidly developing health service while benefiting from the excellent work-life balance that this beautiful coastal region offers.

Job details

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Your opportunity:

• Provide expert emergency clinical care and advice to patients to ensure provision of appropriate patient care in the Hervey Bay and Maryborough Hospitals Emergency Departments
• Provide professional leadership in the area of emergency medicine within a multidisciplinary environment
• Provide training, education and supervision to junior medical staff and other health care team members

Permanent Part Time (60 hours p.f.) and Temporary Full Time (80 hours p.f.) and Temporary Part Time Positions (hours negotiable) from date of appointment for up to 12 months with the possibility of extension.

Opportunity for Private Practice:

The successful candidate may have the opportunity to establish private practice outside of their WBHHS appointment with local private hospitals.  The successful candidate may receive assistance and concessions with:

• Use of the local private hospital's sessional rooms to allow establishment of practice and referral pathways
• Assistance with credentialling and administrative support to commence private practice
• Introduction to local GP's, physicians and surgeons to facilitate referral pathways.

Find out more in the Role Description.

Our offer:

We are offering a competitive remuneration package value up to $452,441 p.a. (pt, 60 hrs p.f.), including salary between $136,579 - $200,008 p.a. (f/t) or salary between $91.84 - $127.77 p.h. (p/t), generous employer superannuation (up to 12.75%), salary sacrifice perks, and flexible rostering for optimal work/life balance. Job ad Reference: H2412WB610269

Regional Queensland residents enjoy a lower cost of living and affordable housing in one of the world's most beautiful and diverse regions.

Other benefits include:  

• Fantastic salary sacrificing benefits
• Professional Development Allowance
• Professional Development Leave
• Flexible work arrangements
• Lower cost of living

Discover Fraser Coast   

The Fraser Coast, known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed Fraser Island, the location of incredible whale watching encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of Maryborough.   

How to apply:

The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***

Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure

‘Care, connection and compassion for all'

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.

• Information for Applicants Jan 2020 (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF, 792KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Document Preparation Guide (PDF, 3.57MB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Medical Practitioner Curriculum Vitae 2012 (Word, 58KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  H2412WB610269 RD (PDF, 607KB)
  Role Description