Are you a skilled clinician looking to blend high-stakes anaesthesia with a relaxed coastal lifestyle?

Gladstone Hospital is seeking a Senior Medical Officer or Provisional Fellow to join our vibrant team. Here, you won’t just be a number; you will be a pillar of the community, providing essential services from obstetrics to emergency care. If you are ready to trade the city commute for the Southern Great Barrier Reef and a career that truly matters, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and redefine your professional future.

Job details

At Central Queensland Health, we believe great care starts with great people. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across a broad clinical scope while being supported by a culture that invests in your future. You will find yourself working in a collaborative environment where your expertise in general, regional, and obstetric anaesthesia is both valued and celebrated. Whether you are an experienced SMO or a Provisional Fellow ready for the next step, you will find a team committed to clinical excellence and a community that appreciates every bit of care you provide.

About us:

Gladstone Hospital is a 70-bed facility delivering a comprehensive range of services, including emergency, maternity, and high dependency care. Our team of 282 staff members is dedicated to providing "Amazing Care" to the Gladstone region and surrounding Boyne Valley. We pride ourselves on a culture of care, integrity, and commitment, ensuring our staff feel empowered to deliver the healthiest outcomes for our community.

About the role:

• Provide high-quality anaesthetic services including general, regional, and obstetric anaesthesia.
• Conduct pre-anaesthetic assessment clinics and acute ward rounds for high-acuity patients.
• Support surgical services for endoscopy, general surgery, orthopaedics, and dental procedures.
• Lead and supervise junior medical staff and students to ensure safe patient care.
• Participate in the on-call and weekend rosters to provide essential out-of-hours care.
• Coordinate patient transfers in collaboration with Queensland Retrieval Services.
• Contribute to theatre management practices to improve service efficiency and safety.

About you:

• You hold a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent.
• You are eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
• You possess a JCCA, Diploma of Rural Generalist Anaesthesia, or appropriate Fellowship (FACRRM/FRACGP).
• You demonstrate extensive clinical experience across the range of Rural Generalist Anaesthetic services.
• You are capable of working in relative isolation while delivering quality clinical care.
• You have a proven commitment to quality improvement and patient safety.
• You are a clear communicator who thrives in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• You are dedicated to ongoing professional development and the supervision of trainees.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $500,515 p.a. (L25) is comprised of:

• A salary between $187,569 - $259,072 p.a. (L13 – L25)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Professional Development Leave – 3.6 weeks p.a.
• Professional Development Allowance ($22,145 p.a.)
• Motor Vehicle Allowance
• Over-time and on-call allowances
• Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance with Granted Private Practice arrangements
• Inaccessibility Incentive Allowance - $6,900 p.a.
• 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, 15 March 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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

• GL6A674904 - SMO RGPF (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  CQHHS Senior Medical Candidate Document Guide (PDF)