Join the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS) as a Senior Medical Officer in Otolaryngology, based in the vibrant city of Rockhampton. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with the Director of Surgery to deliver top-tier ENT services across multiple CQHHS facilities, including potential engagements at the Mater Hospital.

Beyond clinical excellence, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals through education and supervision of trainees, medical students, and allied health staff. Rockhampton, with its rich cultural heritage and proximity to stunning natural attractions, provides the perfect backdrop for a fulfilling and impactful medical career.

Job details

About us:

Rockhampton Hospital is a 305-bed facility and is the main referral hospital for Central Queensland. Specialist Medical Services include Emergency Medicine, General Medicine, Cardiology, Renal Medicine, Palliative Care, Psychiatry, Rehabilitation, Geriatric Medicine, Paediatrics, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Urology, ENT, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Intensive Care and Anaesthetics. There are also a range of clinical services provided on a visiting basis from tertiary hospitals in Queensland. A new Cancer Care Unit provides care for local patients, with state-of-the-art equipment and services.

About the role:

The Senior Staff Specialist/Staff Specialist (Otolaryngology) assists the Director of Surgery in ensuring that Otolaryngology Services provided by Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service are of the highest standard and delivered in an efficient and effective manner. The position assists with the education and supervision of surgical trainees and other medical staff, medical students, allied health, interested community groups and nursing staff.

About you:

• Mandatory qualification/s: MBBS or equivalent eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Possession of qualifications and experience appropriate for registration as a Specialist in Otolaryngology in Australia. In general, this will require Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in the speciality of Otolaryngology.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $528,432 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary rate $210,332- $244,313 (L18 – L24)
• A salary rate $251,527 - $266,677 (L25 – L27)
• A salary rate $195.18 – $213.52 p.h. (VS.01–VS.04)
• A salary rate $231.98 p.h. (VSS.01)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Professional Development Leave and Allowances ($21,500 p.a. / 3.6 Weeks)
• Overtime and on call allowances
• Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Senior Medical Workforce @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK4L609635

Applications close: Tuesday, 28 January 2025

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Further information

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

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Documents

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

• RK4L609635 - SSS or SS or VSS ENT (PDF, 346KB)
  Role Description
  
  CQHHS Senior Medical Candidate Document Guide (PDF, 3.36MB)
  Application Kit
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 381KB)
  Application Kit