North Queensland Persistent Pain Management Service, located at Townsville University Hospital are seeking a client focused Senior Medical Officer (Non Specialist) to join their highly experienced multidisciplinary team.

Ideally seeking applicants with a minimum of 2 years full-time experience in Pain Medicine.

The Senior Medical Officer (Non Specialist) provides specialist clinical care to patients with Persistent Pain.

This role will contribute to professional leadership of medical staff within the department, and to be an active contributor to the multidisciplinary team.

Job details

Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?

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: Senior Medical Officer (Non-Specialist) Pain Medicine

Vacancy: Fixed Term Temporary part-time, up to 30/12/2025 (10 hours per fortnight).

Location: North Queensland Persistent Pain Management Services, Townsville University Hospital

The Senior Medical Officer (Non Specialist) provides specialist clinical care to patients with Persistent Pain. In addition, to contribute to professional leadership of medical staff within the department, and to be an active contributor to the multidisciplinary team.

The role contributes to educational and research activities of the North Queensland Persistent Pain Management Service, including specialist training in the discipline of Pain Medicine.

Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Enjoy a generous remuneration package including:

• Salary range: $85.74 to $91.84 p.h. (L13-L14)
• Private Practice allowance
• Annual leave with 17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Why Choose Us?

• 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:

• Qualified as a medical practitioner with qualifications in pain medicine or general practice and current registration and / or eligibilty for registration as a specialist with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Fellowship of either the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM) or the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP), or another recognised medical speciality.
• Minimum 24 months full time equivalent experience within Pain Medicine.
• Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD): Health Care Workers in Queensland Health whose occupation poses a potential risk of exposure to blood or body fluids are required to provide evidence of vaccinations or proof that they are not susceptible (due to prior exposure to the disease and therefore have natural immunity) to the following VPD's Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Pertussis (diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis containing vaccine) according to the Queensland Health Policy. 

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession ofproviding 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:
Dr Hannah Bennett 07 4433 5300.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV635551

Applications close: Thursday, 22 May 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)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  L13-L14 Senior Medical Officer (Pain Medicine) 32145619 (Word, 495KB)
  Role Description