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Registrar or Principal House Officers (Internal Medicine)


Internal Medicine, Medical Services Group, Townsville University Hospital

Townsville Hospital and Health Service, is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island. We operate 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.

Townsville University Hospital, the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, provides specialist referral services for 700,000 people living in the region.

Provide high quality clinical care to patients of The Townsville University Hospital. In addition, the Principal House Officer will provide supervision of junior medical staff, including some responsibility for providing teaching to junior medical staff and medical students.

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Medical
Classification L4-L9
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV614327
Closing date 11-Feb-2025
Job duration 03.02.2025 up to 01.02.2026
Contact person John Dick
Contact details 07 4433 2355
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Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".

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: Registrar or Principal House Officer (Internal Medicine)

Vacancy: Fixed Term Temporary full-time, from 03/02/2025 up to 01/02/2026.

Location: Internal Medicine, Medical Service Group, Townsville University Hospital

Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Enjoy a generous remuneration package including:

  • Salary range: $4966.90 to $5758.70 p.f. (L4 – L9)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-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:

  • Degree Qualifications from a recognised tertiary institution and hold Current Registration as a medical practitioner or eligible for Current Registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
  • If appointee is not accepted into a recognised vocational college training program – employment will only be as a Principal House Officer and remuneration will be at the L4–L7 (PHO) level per fortnight. Upon entry into the Basic Physician Training Program via Qld Pathways, remuneration will be adjusted accordingly.
  • Overseas applicants must have completed AMC Part 1 (Written) and AMC Part 2 (Clinical) and be eligible for General Registration with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
  • Advance Life Support Certificate is desirable and will need to be completed upon appointment if not previously held.
  • Successful completion of at least two years post-registration training.
  • This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
  • Probation period may apply.
  • Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession of providing 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 John Dick on (07) 4433 2355.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV614327

Applications close: Tuesday, 11 February 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.

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