Looking for your next big career move? Our Rockhampton Hospital is eagerly seeking a Senior Staff Specialist/Staff Specialist to join their experienced Anaesthesia team, right here in the heart of Central Queensland!

We offer competitive salaries, flexible hours and work agreements, professional development, and a great work/life balance in vibrant Central Queensland. This position is suitable for Fellows of ANZCA or equivalent to immediately start!

Enjoy a supportive environment, diverse cases, and career growth while living in a welcoming regional community. Interested? We would love to hear from you!

Relocation assistance and short-term accommodation may be considered.

Job details

About us:

The department is accredited for specialist training and is involved in teaching and research. The Rockhampton Hospital Anaesthesia team provides great care for obstetrics, gynaecology, orthopaedics, general surgery, urology, Ear Nose and Throat (ENT), ophthalmology, gastroenterology, and dental procedures. It delivers a preadmission clinic and acute pain rounds and provides sedation for medical procedures.

About the role:

Become part of a great team committed to delivering great care to Central Queenslanders and enjoying life. As a valuable and valued team member, you would work with the Director of Anaesthesia, Rockhampton Hospital, to ensure the Anaesthesia services we provide are of the highest standard and delivered safely, reliably, and efficiently.

About you:

• MBBS or equivalent eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Registration or eligibility for registration as a Specialist in Anaesthesia with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Authority (AHPRA). In general, this will require Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FANZCA).
• Enrolment and maintenance of ongoing CME program of appropriate College.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $528,432 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary rate between $210,332 - $266,677 p.a. (L25-L27, L18-L24)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Short term accommodation & relocation assistance (conds apply)
• Professional Development Leave and Allowances ($21,500 p.a. / 3.6 Weeks)
• Overtime and on call allowances
• Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Senior Medical Workforce @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5K669614

Applications close: Sunday, 28 December 2025

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Further information

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Documents

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

• RK5K669614 - Senior Staff Specialist Staff Specialist - Anaesthesia (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  CQHHS Senior Medical Candidate Document Guide (PDF)