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Senior Medical Officer (Rural Generalist), Ingham
Ingham Health Service, Rural Hospitals Service Group, Ingham Hospital
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent,Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | L13-L27 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV661942 |
| Closing date | 21-Oct-2025 |
| Job duration | PFT/PPT or up to 2 yrs TFT/TPT |
| Contact person | Dr Helen Fraser |
| Contact details | (07) 4783 0855 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility
Ingham Health Service / Rural Hospitals Service Group / Ingham Hospital
About your new employer
Clinical Excellence
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $182,106 to $266,677 p.a. (L13-L27)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
- Flexible working arrangements might be available
About your opportunity
The Ingham Health Service are seeking Full-Time or Part-Time Senior Medical Officers with Advanced Skill Training in Anaesthesia to join our team.
Requirements:
Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration
- Qualified as a medical practitioner, qualifications in speciality areas and current registration and/or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
- Currently enrolled with the Australian General Practice Training Program, or intention to apply to the Program within twelve months of commencement in this role.
- Fellowship of either the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM) or the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) is preferred.
- Drivers Licence: This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this vehicle is required.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Dr Helen Fraser on (07) 4783 0855.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV661942
Applications close: Tuesday, 21 October 2025
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
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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CV Template - Medical officers V4.0 (Word, 57KB)
Application Kit
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 Senior Medical Officer (Ingham) 30487853 (Word, 514KB)
Role Description
