Embark on your journey with Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service as the Senior Staff Specialist / Staff Specialist! Our Gladstone and Rockhampton Obstetrics and Gynaecology team are seeking ideal candidates to provide quality leadership based on evidence-based practices and by demonstrating and enabling adequate communication to all stakeholders along the patient’s continuum of care.

Rockhampton: The Rockhampton region combines a thriving economy, rich cultural experiences, stunning landscapes, and a tight-knit community lifestyle.

Gladstone: Explore pure National Parks and experience authentic country farm stays. Where there’s an abundance of unforgettable experiences and an adventure. Come and discover why CQ is a vibrant region – apply today!

Job details

About us:

Central Queensland Health (CQ Health) operates a network model for Obstetrics and Gynaecology services. This position will be required to provide services at Rockhampton Hospital and community clinics, Gladstone Hospital and Emerald Hospital, as well as visits to rural facilities including Woorabinda Multipurpose Health Service, Biloela Hospital and Capricorn Coast Hospital and other facilities as services are expanded. 

About the role:

The position of Senior Staff Specialist/Staff Specialist is to assist the Clinical Directors in:

• Ensuring that Specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology services provided by CQ Health are of the highest standard and delivered in an efficient and effective manner given available resources.
• The education and supervision of trainees, junior medical staff, medical students, Midwives, and other Health Practitioners including Nursing staff.
• The day-to-day management of Obstetrics and Gynaecology services including active participation in patient safety, clinical audit, investigation and management of adverse clinical incidents and complaints, research, and service planning activities.

About you:

• MBBS or equivalent eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Registration or eligibility for registration as a Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency (AHPRA). In general, this will require Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG).
• Enrolment and maintenance of ongoing CME program of appropriate College.
• The appointee will be required to undergo a credentialing process and will be granted appropriate scope of clinical practice. There is a system of review and renewal of credentials and Scope of Clinical Practice for Specialists and Non-specialist Senior Medical Officers on staff. Your qualifications and certified skills and competencies determine the scope of clinical practice you will be granted and subsequently your position title and salary status.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $483,588 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary rate between $251,527 - $266,677 p.a. (L25-L27)
• A salary rate between $210,332 - $244,313 p.a. (L18-L24)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• 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
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 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 apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Senior Medical Workforce: cqhhssmorecruit@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5E634755

Applications close: Sunday, 1 June 2025

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Further information

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Documents

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

• RK5E634755 - SSS or SS (Obstetrics and Gynaecology) (PDF, 440KB)
  Role Description
  
  CQHHS Senior Medical Candidate Document Guide (PDF, 3.36MB)
  Information Package for Applicants