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Senior Registrar General Surgery
Townsville University Hospital
| General Surgery Fellow – Upper Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary, General Surgery Unit, Townsville University Hospital, L4–L13, Temporary Full-Time (12 months) Join a dynamic surgical team in North Queensland and gain advanced experience in hepatobiliary, upper GI, bariatric and pancreatic surgery. |
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | L10-L13, L4-L9 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV656816 |
| Closing date | 23-Sep-2025 |
| Job duration | TFT, 12 Months |
| Contact person | Scott Whiting |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 7721 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility
General Surgery – Townsville University Hospital
Located in Northern Australia's largest tertiary hospital, the General Surgery Unit offers advanced surgical training in hepatobiliary, upper GI, bariatric and pancreatic procedures. Fellows work across public and private sectors, contributing to clinical excellence and multidisciplinary care.
About your new employer
Clinical Excellence, Career Growth, Supportive Culture, Work/Life Balance
Townsville HHS is a leading healthcare provider serving over 250,000 people across 150,000km². With 21 facilities and over 6,600 staff, we offer world-class care, impactful research, and a strong teaching culture. Our values focus on integrity, compassion, and innovation.
Competitive salary and benefits
- Attraction and retention incentive allowance: 50% of base salary
- Regional and rural attraction allowance: 5% of base salary
- Motor vehicle allowance: $21,000–$25,500 p.a.
- Professional development allowance: $21,500 p.a. + 3.6 weeks p.a. leave
About your opportunity
As a General Surgery Fellow, you'll gain hands-on experience in complex procedures, lead ward rounds, supervise junior staff, and contribute to research and teaching. This role is ideal for surgeons preparing for consultant-level practice.
Requirements
- MBBS or equivalent, current registration or eligibility with the Medical Board of Australia.
- This is a VPD risk role requiring vaccination evidence.
Application details
For a confidential discussion, contact: Dr Scott Whiting on: (07) 4433 7721.
Applications Close: Tuesday, 23 September 2025.
Submit your application via https://www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV656816, include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.
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.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Information Package for Applicants
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Information Package for Applicants
CV Template - Medical officers V4.0 (Word, 57KB)
Information Package for Applicants
L4-L13 General Surgery Fellow 30463489,32026761 (Word, 498KB)
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