Townsville Hospital and Health Service, is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island. We operate 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.

Townsville University Hospital, the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, provides specialist referral services for 700,000 people living in the region.

Job details

Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".

Our values are:

Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement

We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic professionals to help us achieve our mission.

About the opportunity:

Position: Staff Specialist (General Surgeon)

Vacancy: Fixed Term Temporary, 12 months

Location: General Surgery, Surgical Service Group, Townsville University Hospital

The position is within the General Surgical/ Acute Surgical Unit at Townsville University Hospital. Currently the job involves 1 week in 2 covering the Acute Surgical Unit Monday to Friday. This includes supervising the daily handover meeting, ward round and emergency admissions, as well as covering the emergency operating in hours. The alternate week has opportunities for elective operating and outpatient clinics in general surgery or various subspecialty areas. Experience or interest in Endocrine or Colorectal surgery would be beneficial.

Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Enjoy a generous remuneration package valued up to $496,915 p.a., including:

• Base salary rates $8062.00 to $10,221.70 p.f. (L18 - L27 - dependant upon level of appointment)
• 4 weeks annual leave + 17.5% loading
• Superannuation (12.75%)
• Attraction and retention incentive allowance of 50% base p.a. salary
• Regional and rural attraction allowance of 5% base p.a. salary
• Motor vehicle allowance
• Professional development allowance and leave of 3.6 weeks p.a.

Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Why Choose Us?

• Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and become empowered with a supportive employer committed to your growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements.
• Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Requirements:

• All applicants must be awarded SoCP by the THHS Credentialing and SoCP committee.
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons or equivalent. Eligible for registration with the medical board of Australia.
• Candidates who will be obtaining fellowship in the near future are encouraged to apply. Appointment will be at a lower classification level until minimum requirements for the Staff Specialist classification are obtained
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession of providing exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.

Apply now if you want to help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Scott Whiting on (07) 4433 7721.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV607510

Applications close: Thursday, 2 January 2025

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

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

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Documents

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

• Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
  Application Kit
  
  L13-L27 Staff Specialist (General Surgeon) 30487837 (Word, 496KB)
  Role Description