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Staff Specialist or Senior Staff Specialist Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology, Surgical Service Group, THHS
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
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| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | L18-L27 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV672331 |
| Closing date | 28-Jan-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent full-time, 76 hours p.f. |
| Contact person | Marius Goosen |
| Contact details | 07 4433 7721 Access the National Relay Service |
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.
About your opportunity
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
Pro rata remuneration package based on full-time equivalent value of up to $536,916 p.a., comprising salary range of $210,332 - $266,677 p.a. (full-time) (+ applicable allowances/benefits) (L18-L27), recreational leave loading (17.5%), and employer contribution to superannuation (12.75%). Level of appointment is dependent upon experience and advanced qualifications.
- Attraction and retention incentive allowance (50% base salary)
- Regional and rural attraction allowance (5% base salary)
- Motor vehicle allowance between $21,000 and $25,500 p.a.
- Professional development allowance of $21,500 p.a. + 3.6 weeks p.a. leave
Other employment benefits may include salary sacrificing options, on-call and shift allowances and access to corporate discounts. Assistance with relocation expenses may also be available.
Requirements:
- Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership (if applicable) with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager prior to commencement of clinical duties.
- All applicants must be awarded SoCP by the THHS Credentialing and SoCP committee. All appointments are subject to maintenance of SoCP within the CSCF for the facilities in which clinical work is to be undertaken.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome: Marius Goosen on (07) 4433 7721.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV672331
Applications close on Wednesday, 28/01/2026
Please note that 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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