Would you like to lead the Torres and Cape HHS birthing service in Cooktown? Be at the forefront of patient-centred healthcare and support families as they welcome their newest members into the world!

Join our vibrant community and enjoy a fulfilling career while embracing an idyllic lifestyle like no other.

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Job details

Permanent Full Time Senior Medical Officer - Obstetrics position available

GIVE US A CALL - The hiring manager Dr Natasha Coventry, (07) 4043 0116  would love to hear from you and discuss the role further.

Tell me more...Are you ready to take your medical career to the next level? Embrace the adventure of a lifetime by becoming a part of our vibrant Cooktown community!

The humble town of Cooktown in Far North Queensland is planning to reopen a refreshed birthing service, giving the communities of Cooktown, Hope Vale, Wujal Wujal, and Laura,  the chance to welcome their little ones closer to home. This facility ensures families can have access to top-notch medical, midwifery, and multi-disciplinary care without the need for long-distance travel. 

Professional and personal motivators!

As a Senior Medical Officer working in Torres and Cape HHS, your expertise, skills and dedication play a crucial role in providing quality care and ensuring positive outcomes for patients across the Torres and Cape. Expand your expertise and take on new challenges in a supportive and dynamic environment.  Working in a Rural Generalist model of care, across the spectrum of primary care, indigenous health, emergency service and inpatient care as well as the Cooktown birthing service. 

Working in community will allow you to grow, connect, learn and create life-defining experiences that will shape who you are as a health professional and a person.

 If you make the move to a Torres and Cape remote location, you may be eligible for up to $70,000 in relocation benefits. Please refer to the guideline located on the Attraction Incentives website to view eligibility and conditions.

Torres and Cape will give you a career with purpose, plus excellent benefits and allowances;

• Base salary comprising between $182,106 - $266,677 per annum– you may be eligible for additional benefits – refer to Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
• Competitive salary packaging: Generous employer superannuation contribution of 12.75% and salary packaging options Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
• Generous leave entitlements including 17.5% loading on annual leave
• Professional Development: Our training is recognised as some of the best in the world
• Relocation and accommodation incentives 

Living within the Torres and Cape region means you will be able to enjoy: 

• Immersing yourself in nature, from the outback to tropical rainforests, coral reefs and extraordinary landscapes. See Cape York geographical map
• Short commute to work, allowing greater work/life balance
• Rich Indigenous Culture
• Imagine yourself here? Find out about Torres and Cape HHS and the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York regions on the Tropical North Queensland website.
• Follow us - Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

Discover more by reading the role description attached.

Torres and Cape HHS Values - Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage

How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.

Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies

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 for your future reference. Please do NOT upload zipped files, pdfs created through MS Word 2007, tagged pdfs or protected documents. Accepted files: gif, bmp, png, rtf, txt, doc and docx.

Documents

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

• TC575305_Role Description (PDF, 382KB)
  Role Description
  
  1 QH Applicant Kit (PDF, 917KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  2 Map Info (PDF, 907KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  5 Med Officer CV template (Word, 256KB)
  Information Package for Applicants