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Principal Health Officer / Registrar (Obstetrics & Gynaecology)
Obstetrics & Gynaecology Services, Women’s and Children’s Service Group, TUH
Townsville Hospital and Health Service are seeking a Principal Health Officer/Registrar (Obstetrics and Gynaecology) to join the team within the Women’s and Children’s Service Group at the Townsville University Hospital on a Temporary Full-time basis. Join a team of enthusiastic doctors providing high quality clinical care to patients in a tertiary care setting at The Townsville Hospital, and in the community through clinics located at The Townsville Hospital. |
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | L4-L9 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV660904 |
| Closing date | 02-Oct-2025 |
| Job duration | TFT 03/10/25 - 02/10/26, poss ext to 12 months |
| Contact person | Dr Berna Venter |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 1474 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility
Obstetrics and Gynaecology Services / Women's and Children's Service Group / Townsville University Hospital
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.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $129,583 to $150,240 p.a. (L4-L9)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity
The role is primarily a supporting role for the Obstetrics and Gynaecology service, with the main focus on providing outpatient early pregnancy, antenatal and women's health care as well as inpatient antenatal, postnatal care and support of termination of pregnancy services.
Requirements:
Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration
- Qualified as a medical practitioner, qualifications in speciality areas and current registration with the Medical Board of Australia
- Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association.
- If appointee is not accepted into a recognised vocational college training program – employment will be as a Principal House Officer and remuneration will be at PHO Level (L4-L9).
- Successful completion of at least two years post-registration training in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Dr Berna Venter on (07) 4433 1474.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV660904
Applications close: Thursday, 2 October 2025
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
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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L4-L9 Registrar or PHO (Obstetrics and Gynaecology) 30462979 (Word, 540KB)
Role Description
QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Application Kit
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Application Kit
CV Template - Medical officers V4.0 (Word, 57KB)
Application Kit
