Join a team where your clinical skills create real, immediate impact for older people across Central Queensland.

As a Registrar/Principal House Officer with our Geriatric Evaluation and Management - Hospital in the Home (GEM-HITH) service, you’ll help deliver hospital-level care directly to patients where they feel most supported, at home. Working alongside experienced Geriatricians and a connected multidisciplinary team, you’ll grow your confidence, expand your capability and contribute to truly life-changing outcomes.

If you’re ready to step into a role with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

Job details

In this role, you'll be part of an innovative service designed to keep older people well, safe and supported in their own environment. GEM-HITH provides comprehensive subacute care and you'll play a key role in assessments, clinical reviews, care planning and communication with families. With supportive senior medical staff and a 7-day service model, you'll build broad clinical capability while working in a team that values connection, trust and high-quality care.

Living in Rockhampton means enjoying a relaxed regional lifestyle, excellent schools, affordable housing and easy access to the Capricorn Coast, all while advancing your career within Central Queensland Health's strong culture of learning and collaboration.

About us:

Rockhampton Hospital is the major referral centre for Central Queensland, offering extensive specialist services across medicine, surgery, emergency, intensive care, paediatrics and more. Our GEMITH service supports older people experiencing age-related physical, functional or cognitive decline, delivering subacute care in their home to keep them connected, independent and well. We are a supportive, multidisciplinary team committed to delivering amazing care and building healthy communities.

About the role:

• Deliver assessment, review and ongoing medical care for GEMITH patients.
• Complete clear and comprehensive charting, documentation and discharge summaries.
• Conduct offsite or telehealth reviews and attend scheduled clinics.
• Assess suitability for GEMITH admissions and support day hospital reviews.
• Communicate with patients, families and the MDT to coordinate care.
• Work collaboratively with nursing and allied health to ensure safe, seamless care.
• Manage acute or urgent presentations in consultation with senior medical staff.
• Provide leadership in the absence of the Senior Medical Officer.

About you:

• You hold (or are eligible for) AHPRA registration as a Medical Practitioner.
• You bring sound clinical knowledge and PGY4+ experience.
• You value teamwork, communication and patient-centred care.
• You are confident working across home-based and hospital environments.
• You demonstrate professionalism, ethical practice and clear clinical documentation.
• You seek ongoing learning and contribute to quality improvement activities.
• You hold current BLS certification and meet all mandatory vaccination requirements.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $147,585 p.a. (L7) or $176,992 p.a. (L9) is comprised of:

• A salary between $134,489 - $155,125 p.a. (L4 - L9)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Professional Development Leave - 1 week p.a.
• Professional Development Allowance
• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• 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 apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR).

Applications close: Sunday, 4 January 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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

• Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  RK5L671193 - Reg or PHO GEMHITH (PDF)