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Clinical Nurse Consultant - Multidisciplinary Team Clinical Coordinator
Healthcare Standards Unit - Townsville University Hospital
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Are you looking for a permanent sea change? Townsville Hospital and Health Service are seeking a Clinical Nurse Consultant to join their Healthcare Standards Unit on a permanent full-time basis. |
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV696059 |
| Closing date | 15-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent full-time |
| Contact person | Rebecca Furlong |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 1060 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit:
The Healthcare Standards Unit provides strategic leadership, coordination and assurance for clinical governance, safety and quality across THHS.
The unit supports the development, implementation and evaluation of systems, frameworks and improvement initiatives that promote safe, effective and person-centred care.
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. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
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: $140,632 to $152,685 p.a. (NG7)
- 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 MDT Clinical Coordinator is a senior clinical leadership role responsible for implementing, monitoring and continuously improving the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS) Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) Framework.
Working across service groups, the position provides expert clinical coordination, governance support, change management, stakeholder engagement and quality improvement leadership to ensure MDTs operate in accordance with best practice principles and organisational standards, delivering high-quality, person-centred care that improves consumer outcomes and experience.
Requirements:
- Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (AHPRA).
- Travel may be required for this position.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Interested?
For a confidential discussion please contact: Rebecca Furlong on (07) 4433 1060.
Applications close: Sunday, 15 November 2026.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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