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Medical Director - Townsville Cancer Centre
Medical Service Group
Townsville University Hospital
Townsville Hospital and Health Service are seeking an experienced and client focused Medical Director to join the Townsville Cancer Centre at the Townsville University Hospital Campus. |
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | L18-L24 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV655424 |
| Closing date | 07-Sep-2025 |
| Job duration | - 30/06/2028 (16 hours per fortnight) |
| Contact person | Kelvin Robertson |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 1269 Access the National Relay Service |
About the opportunity
The Townsville Cancer Centre (TCC) Medical Director is responsible for leading and managing a team of medical staff within the TCC towards the achievement of the Townsville Hospital and Health Services vision of increasing the health and wellbeing of people in the Townsville community through the delivery of safe, effective and sustainable care.
The TCC Medical Director will be a practicing clinician and will retain responsibility for managing a clinical case load, the size of which will be negotiated with the Service Group Director and Chief Medical Officer upon commencement. They will hold specific responsibilities for medical workforce planning, management and development, education, training and research and clinical experience and leadership development.
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).
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 - $127.77 p.h. (L18-L27)
- 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata) with 17.5% loading
- Professional Development allowance and leave
- 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:
- Current registration with/or eligible for current registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist, and holding qualifications in your Specialist field.
- A qualification encompassing advanced management skills is highly desirable.
- Travel will be required in this position both within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service and throughout Queensland which may include travel by small aircraft
- This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this vehicle is required.
- All applicants must be awarded SoCP by the THHS Credentialing and SoCP committee. All appointments are subject to maintenance of SoCP within the CSCF for the facilities in which clinical work is to be undertaken.
- It is also a requirement of the position to participate in the on call rostering where necessary.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Kelvin Robertson on (07) 4433 1269
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV655424
Applications close: Sunday, 7 September 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.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Information Package for Applicants
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Information Package for Applicants
L18-L27 Medical Director (Townsville Cancer Centre) 32091964 (Word, 434KB)
Role Description
