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Registrar or Principal House Officer - Vascular Surgery


Vascular Surgery, Surgical Service Group, Townsville Hospital and Health Service


Townsville University Hospital are seeking a client focused Registrar or Principal House Officer - Vascular Surgery to join their highly skilled team.

Well established easy access to digital subtraction angiography where currently approximately 500 procedures per year are performed by the department.

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Medical
Classification L4-L9
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV682223
Closing date 04-Jun-2026
Job duration ASAP - 31/01/2027
Contact person Dr Patrik Tosenovsky
Contact details (07) 4433 7721
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About the opportunity  

Provide high quality clinical care to patients of the Vascular department at The Townsville Hospital, supervision of junior medical staff including inpatient care and will include some responsibility for providing teaching to junior medical staff, medical students and allied health staff.

The Unit is currently staffed by 2 staff Specialists and a part-time Academic vascular specialist, 3 full-time registrars, this post and 2 RMOs. The unit has established open and endovascular lists and currently undertakes over 700 procedures each year. Common procedures including lower limb revascularisation by endovascular, open and combined procedures; endovascular aneurysm repair; carotid endarterectomy; open aortic surgery; AV fistula creation and maintenance; other vascular access procedures for oncology and renal purposes; venous surgery; and diabetic foot procedures. 

Open operating lists; regular out-patient sessions; an established vascular in-patient ward and access to ICU; a vascular laboratory with resident sonographers and established duplex imaging; easy access to a radiology department with CT and MRI imaging; out-reach services to Mackay.

Please note:  This is a temporary full-time position, ASAP - 31/01/2027.  

Role requirements

  • Degree Qualifications from a recognised tertiary institution and hold Current Registration as a medical practitioner or eligible for Current Registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
  • Accepted into recognised vocational college training program relevant to the speciality.
  • If appointee is not accepted into a recognized vocational college training program – employment will only be as a Principal House Officer and remuneration will be at PHO Level per fortnight (L4-L7).

About your new employer

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.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. 

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Salary range: $5130.40 - $5931.50 p.f. (L4-L9)
  • 4 weeks annual leave (pro rata) with 17.5% loading
  • Locality allowance
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Dr Patrik Tosenovsky on (07) 4433 7721

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV682223

Applications close:  Thursday, 4 June 2026

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.

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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