An opportunity exists to join a committed team of Gastroenterologists whose key areas of responsibility include running a busy tertiary level Endoscopy Service (~7000 cases per year), general Gastroenterology and Hepatology clinics, participating in the Gastroenterology Outreach program, teaching and mentoring as well as undertaking Clinical Research activities. The subspecialty focus of this role is interventional endoscopy.

Job details

The Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service covers a large geographic area with a diverse and growing population. The Health Service provides a wide range of primary care, acute and specialist services. Our staff are a part of the community we serve, and we strongly believe that health outcomes are enhanced by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of local health services. This is your opportunity to join the dedicated team of professionals at Cairns and Hinterland Health and be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology, excellence in health care, teaching, research and empowering our people to be the best in serving our community.

Besides the excellent work opportunities, Cairns offers a unique lifestyle suitable to a wide variety of interests. Cairns is in the heart of the tropical north and is the primary gateway to northern Australia. Cairns is an ideal base to explore the wider region with front door access to the Great Barrier Reef, rainforests and outback locations.

What we offer;

Fulltime Base salary up to $274 678 p.a. (L25 – L27) or $251 642 p.a. (L18 – L24)

Professional development allowance

Motor vehicle allowance

General attraction and retention allowance

Regional and rural attraction allowance

Locality allowance

Professional development leave

As a Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service employee, not only will you receive competitive remuneration, you will also have access to:

• Generous superannuation
• Salary packaging
• Annual incremental increases
• Career training and development
• Flexible work arrangements
• Wellness programs

Why choose Cairns?

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You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Cairns and Hinterland here: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/cairns_hinterland 

Choose Cairns for your next career move - YouTube

You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Cairns and Hinterland here: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/cairns_hinterland 

Permanent Fulltime

Applications will remain current for 12 Months. Job Ad Reference: CAH672602

Purpose of the role

As a Staff Specialist (Gastroenterologist, Interventional Endoscopist) you will be a valuable and valued team member. You will work with the Director of Gastroenterology, Cairns Hospital, to ensure the Gastroenterology services we provide are of the highest standard and delivered safely, reliably and efficiently.

Your opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Gastroenterologist, Interventional Endoscopist) to facilitate the delivery of high-quality care to patients of the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service.   

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.

How to Apply:
Please download the Role Description and Information Package for Applicants (at the links in the boxed area above) for instructions on how to apply for this role. If you have difficulty viewing this role description in .pdf format, please contact Recruitment Services on Recruitment.Cairns@health.qld.gov.au to request it in .doc format. Please note that if the information requested in the ‘how to apply' section is not provided, plus the now mandatory requirement for all curriculum vitae to be provided in a standard template (located at the link in the boxed area above), you may not meet the requirements for further consideration of your application. The Information Package for Applicants outlines pre-employment checks that will be undertaken for successful applicants.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

*APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY ONLINE* The following file types are accepted: .jpg, .gif, .bmp, .png, .rtf, .txt, .doc and docx. Do not upload zipped files, pdf documents created through Microsoft Word 2007, tagged pdfs or protected documents.

Documents

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

• 1. CHHHS Information for Applicants v.20 ( Chhhs Information For Applicants V.20.Pdf)
  
  3. CV Format for Medical Practitioner ( Cv Format For Medical Practitioner.Doc)
  
  CAH672602 Role Description (PDF)