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Staff Specialist - Rehabilitation


Rehabilitation Department
Townsville University Hospital Campus

Townsville Hospital and Health Service are seeking a Staff Specialist to join the Rehabilitation Department at the Townsville University Hospital Campus. This is a temporary part-time role, 04/08/2025 - 23/07/2025 (60 hours per fortnight).

This is an exciting opportunity to join the progressive multidisciplinary Rehabilitation team.

Townsville University Hospital Rehabilitation delivers tertiary level rehabilitation across two sites on the Townsville campus.

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Part-time
Occupational group Health - Medical
Classification L18-L27
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV649614
Closing date 04-Aug-2025
Job duration 04/08/2025 - 23/07/2028 (60 hr/pf)
Contact person Dr Paul Chapman
Contact details (07) 4433 2604
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About the opportunity 

The 24 bed Acute Rehabilitation Unit has a focus on neurorehabilitation.  The 43 bed Sub Acute Care Unit (SACU) is shared with the Geriatric Department and provides general rehabilitation.  Inpatient rehabilitation is supported by the Day Rehabilitation Service and Community Based Rehabilitation Service. 

The Day Rehabilitation Service operates out of SACU which coordinates the multidisciplinary therapy and outpatient review of rehab patients.  Community Based Rehabilitation is delivered in conjunction with a private community provider.  Currently, specialist clinics include General Rehabilitation, Outreach, Hypertonicity, Interim and Definitive Prosthetics, Multidisciplinary Spinal, Orthopaedic Footwear and Telehealth.

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. 

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures and a relaxed lifestyle.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Salary range: $100.78 to $127.77  p.h. (L18-L27)
  • 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
  • Professional Development allowance and leave
  • Communication package
  • Motor Vehicle and Locality allowance
  • General Attraction and Retention (25-50% of base wage)
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

  • Specialist Registration You will hold specialist registration (or be eligible to hold) with AHPRA. Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP), Australasian Faculty of Rehabilitiation Medicine.
  • Travel: this position may require the incumbent to work at other facilities within the THHS.
  • This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this vehicle is required. Proof of this endorsement must be provided prior to the commencement of duty.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Dr Paul Chapman on (07) 4433 2604

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV649614

Applications close:  Monday, 4 August 2025

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section.

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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