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Allied Health Practitioner - Relief Pool (Cairns, Torres Strait and Cape York region)


Cooktown, Weipa, Thursday Island & Cairns

Whether you’re looking to test the waters of remote work or embrace the full scope of rural generalism, this is your chance to contribute where your skills matter most – while experiencing the natural beauty and cultural richness of Far North Queensland. Join the Torres and Cape HHS relief pool today!

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Job details

Position status Casual
Position type Flexible
Occupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support
Classification HP3, HP4, HP5
Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld
Job ad reference QLD/TC637068
Closing date 27-Jun-2025
Job duration Relief pool - short term or maximum of 6 months
Contact person Fiona Hall
Contact details 0472 833 937
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Step into a role that challenges, rewards, and inspires! Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service are building a flexible Allied Health Relief Pool to support services across the Torres Strait and Cape York region and we're looking for passionate professionals ready to make a valuable contribution in rural and remote communities.

Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn? Fiona Hall, Director of Allied Cairns (0472 833 937) would love to hear your story and answer any question you may have about the role.

Why join the Torres and Cape HHS Relief Pool?

  • Short-term contracts (<6 months) available – ideal for flexibility
  • Accommodation provided for all locations except Cairns
  • Work across diverse clinical settings as a Rural Generalist
  • Collaborate with dynamic multidisciplinary teams
  • Gain exposure to First Nations health, remote service delivery, and broad clinical practice
  • Accelerate your career and personal growth through new challenges and real-world impact

Take the road less travelled – and discover how far your allied health career can go. 

Who we're looking for:

We welcome expressions of interest from the following Allied Health professionals:

  • Audiologists
  • Clinical Educator
  • Dietitians
  • Medical Imaging Professionals (Sonographers / Radiographers)
  • Nutritionist
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Pharmacists
  • Physiotherapists
  • Podiatrists
  • Psychologists
  • Speech Pathologists
  • Social Workers

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

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

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