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Registrar / Principal House Officer (Orthopaedics)
Rockhampton
Are you an Orthopaedic Registrar or Principal House Officer seeking better work-life harmony, with 300 days of sunshine annually? Enjoy a short commute to work, and on days off there are outdoor adventures right outside your door, whether it's camping, fishing, hiking, 4WD excursions, or snorkelling in the stunning Great Barrier Reef.
Two positions on offer, don’t wait, join our friendly team of Orthopaedic Surgeons at Rockhampton Hospital and contribute towards our mission to grow our Orthopaedic Service for the Central Queensland community!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | L4-L9 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RK6A674156 |
| Closing date | 25-Feb-2026 |
| Job duration | 12 months with possible extension |
| Contact person | Dr Ruth Varrall |
| Contact details | (07) 4920 6950 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
The Orthopaedic team comprises the Clinical Director, 5.4 FTE Staff Specialist / Senior Medical Officer (SMO), with subspeciality interests of arthroplasty, sports, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow, spine and hands. We have one AOA SET trainee, 7 principal house officers (PHO's), 2 resident medical officers (RMO's) and 4 interns. Medical students from the University of Queensland rotate through the Department. We also have an Orthogeriatrician working alongside us. Orthopaedic patients are admitted to the 44-bed surgical ward. Our theatre complex comprises 5 operating theatres and 1 procedure room in Rockhampton and 3 operating theatres in Gladstone. We provide telehealth consultations to Gladstone, Emerald and various other small regional / rural hospitals. The Orthopaedic unit places significant emphasis on working as a cohesive supportive team and we look forward to welcoming the successful candidate into our work family.
About the role:
The role is to assist the Director, Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeons and other Senior Medical Staff, in a variety of Orthopaedic services such as elective operating, general and specialist trauma operating, elective and fracture clinics, teaching, contribution towards regular audit, M&M and departmental research.
About you:
- MBBS or equivalent eligible for registration with the Medical Board of MBBS or equivalent to enable registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) at Level 3 supervision.
- If qualifications were obtained outside Australia, the candidate must be eligible for registration with AHPRA with the appropriate supervision level and provide the following:
- Evidence of successful completion of IELTS or equivalent English Language test results within the last year.
- Evidence of successful completion AMC MCQ (part 1) examination.
- Evidence of recency of clinical practice, supported by current references.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
- Current AHPRA general registration and a minimum of two years practice within the Australian healthcare system is preferred.
- Experience and qualifications in Orthopaedics is well regarded.
What we offer:
Salary information:
Total remuneration value of up to $177,969 p.a. (L9) is comprised of:
- A salary rate between $134,489 - $147,585 p.a. (L4-L7)
- A salary rate between $134,489 - $155,125 p.a. (L4-L9)
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading
Other benefits include:
- Professional Development Leave and Allowances (1 week p.a.)
- Overtime and on call allowances
- Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
- Generous Salary Sacrificing
- 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 submit your application / expression of interest, please include:
- Your current CV or resume, including referees.
- A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
- Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.
For assistance, contact Junior Medical Workforce @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6A674156.
Applications close: Wednesday, 25 February 2026.
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