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Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist or Senior Medical Officer (Obstetrics and Gynaecology) (Bundaberg)
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Bundaberg Hospital (other positions at Hervey Bay and Maryborough may also be filled through this Recruitment process)
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Staff Specialist, Staff Specialist, or Senior Medical Officer (SMO) to join the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Bundaberg Hospital. You’ll step into a role where your expertise is valued, your voice is heard, and your contribution genuinely shapes service delivery. You’ll work within a supportive, forward-thinking team committed to delivering safe, high-quality care across a diverse and rewarding clinical scope. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing regional service, delivering high-quality care across a broad scope of obstetrics and gynaecology, while supporting teaching, training, and service development.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | L13-L18 , L18-L24, L25-L27 |
| Workplace Location | Wide Bay |
| Job ad reference | QLD/H2603WB679349 |
| Closing date | 07-May-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full Time (80 hours p.f.) |
| Contact person | Dr Kylie Edwards or Dr Jacob Adeniyi |
| Contact details | (07) 4150 2368 Access the National Relay Service |
Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.
Your opportunity:
- This role provides high-quality, evidence-based Obstetrics and Gynaecology care to patients at the Bundaberg Hospital. Care is delivered within the approved Scope of Clinical Practice granted by Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service. The position contributes to multidisciplinary teamwork, clinical leadership, patient safety, education, training, and continuous quality improvement.
- In addition to the key responsibilities listed below, the role of the Senior Medical Officer is to provide such services as may be reasonably directed from time to time by the Professional or Operational Manager.
Opportunity for Private Practice:
The successful candidate may have the opportunity to establish private practice outside of their WBHHS appointment with local private hospitals. The successful candidate may receive assistance and concessions with:
- Use of the local private hospital's sessional rooms to allow establishment of practice and referral pathways
- Assistance with credentialling and administrative support to commence private practice
- Introduction to local GP's, physicians and surgeons to facilitate referral pathways.
Find out more in the Role Description.
Our offer:
We are offering a competitive remuneration package value up to $549,694 p.a., including salary between $187,569 – $274,678 p.a., generous employer superannuation (up to 12.75%), salary sacrifice perks, and flexible rostering for optimal work/life balance. JAR: H2603WB679349
Regional Queensland residents enjoy a lower cost of living and affordable housing in one of the world's most beautiful and diverse regions.
Other benefits include:
- Generous superannuation contribution (up to 12.75%)
- Annual Leave Loading (17.5%)
- Fantastic salary sacrificing benefits
- Professional Development Allowance
- Professional Development Leave
- Flexible work arrangements
- Lower cost of living
Discover Bundaberg
Bundaberg and the Coral Coast region is where the coastline meets the country, just four hours' drive north of Brisbane. Indulge in the region's fresh local produce, seafood and iconic drinks and enjoy endless stretches of family-friendly beaches and nearby national parks where you can camp, fish, swim and surf the day away. Bundaberg is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and has an enviable year-round climate. The city boasts excellent shopping, sporting, cultural, education and tourism facilities including Mon Repos Turtle Rookery.
How to apply:
The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***
Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure
Further information
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Documents
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