We are currently seeking a Senior Staff Specialist, Staff Specialist, or Senior Medical Officer (General Practitioner/Physician/Emergency Physician) to join our Integrated Care Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and experienced healthcare professional to contribute to the continuous improvement of patient care, with a focus on integrated healthcare delivery across the Hervey Bay Hospital. The role involves working within a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality medical services, ensuring the optimal management of patients in both acute and community settings.

Job details

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Your opportunity: 

• The role of the Staff Specialist/Senior Medical Officer is to provide high quality clinical and non-clinical services to directly or indirectly benefit the patients/clients of Integrated Care Services, including the ED Avoidance model (known as STREAM) and/or Hospital in the Home (HITH) Service within the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service.
• In addition to the key responsibilities listed below, the role of the Senior Medical Officer is to provide such services as may be reasonably directed from time to time by the Professional or Operational Manager.

Whilst this position is Permanent Part Time (60 hours p.f.), the successful applicant may be required to work Temporary Full Time (80 hours p.f.) for the first 12 months with the possibility of extension.

Opportunity for Private Practice:

The successful candidate may have the opportunity to establish private practice outside of their WBHHS appointment with local private hospitals.  The successful candidate may receive assistance and concessions with:

• Use of the local private hospital's sessional rooms to allow establishment of practice and referral pathways
• Assistance with credentialling and administrative support to commence private practice
• Introduction to local GP's, physicians and surgeons to facilitate referral pathways.

Find out more in the Role Description.

Our offer:

We are offering a competitive remuneration package value up to $396,064 p.a., including salary between $87.25 - $127.77 p.h, generous employer superannuation (up to 12.75%), salary sacrifice perks, and flexible rostering for optimal work/life balance. JAR: H2505WB633803

Regional Queensland residents enjoy a lower cost of living and affordable housing in one of the world's most beautiful and diverse regions.

Other benefits include:   

• Generous superannuation contribution (up to 12.75%)
• Annual Leave Loading (17.5%)
• Fantastic salary sacrificing benefits
• Professional Development Allowance 
• Professional Development Leave 
• Flexible work arrangements
• Lower cost of living

Discover Fraser Coast   

The Fraser Coast, known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed Fraser Island, the location of incredible whale watching encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of Maryborough.   

How to apply:

The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***

 Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure

‘Care, connection and compassion for all'

Further information

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

The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***

Documents

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

• Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF, 792KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Information for Applicants Jan 2020 (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Document Preparation Guide (PDF, 3.57MB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Medical Practitioner Curriculum Vitae 2012 (Word, 58KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  H2505WB633803 RD (PDF, 621KB)
  Role Description
  
  H2505WB633803 Flyer (PDF, 585KB)
  Information Package for Applicants