Are you a GP with a specialized interest in Otolaryngology seeking a role that offers more than the standard clinic routine? Whether you are looking to escape the high-density metropolitan squeeze or seeking a more sophisticated clinical challenge than your current post, Rockhampton Hospital offers the perfect middle ground. As a Senior Medical Officer, you will become a vital part of a regional referral hub, providing high-level ENT care to a community that truly values your expertise.

This is your chance to trade long commutes for a life of purpose, adventure, and professional fulfilment.

Job details

At Central Queensland Health, we believe in empowered people and connected teams. Joining our surgical unit means working in a multidisciplinary environment where your clinical decisions carry weight and your growth is prioritized through generous professional development support. You won't be confined to a single theater; your work will span hospital and clinic settings, and you will lead our outreach program to regional gems like the Capricorn Coast and Longreach. It is a career path that offers the complexity of a major city hospital with the tight-knit culture and lifestyle benefits only Central Queensland can provide.

About us:

Rockhampton Hospital is a 305-bed facility and the primary referral centre for the Central Queensland region. We offer a vast array of specialist services, including Emergency, Cardiology, and a state-of-the-art Cancer Care Unit. Our team is defined by a culture of support and a shared commitment to making Central Queenslanders among the healthiest people in the world. Here, you aren't just another staff member; you are a key part of a community-focused healthcare mission.

About the role:

• Provide contemporary, evidence-based ENT care as a key member of the surgical multidisciplinary team.
• Manage a diverse clinical load across outpatient, inpatient, and after-hours on-call services.
• Lead the CQHHS surgical outreach program, delivering ENT services to regional hospitals such as Biloela, Emerald, and Gladstone.
• Exercise clinical autonomy within your approved scope of practice under the guidance of the Head of ENT.
• Drive continuous improvement through active participation in clinical audits, research, and quality safety activities.
• Mentor the next generation of clinicians by contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching initiatives.

About you:

• You hold current registration as a Specialist General Practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia.
• You are a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) or the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM).
• You possess proven clinical experience and surgical skills across a broad range of Otolaryngology procedures.
• You demonstrate strong leadership in directing patient care, from initial assessment through to discharge.
• You are a clear and concise communicator, capable of consulting and negotiating within a complex team environment.
• You are committed to ongoing learning and maintaining the high college-mandated standards of your specialty.
• You are willing to travel across Central Queensland to ensure our regional communities receive the care they need.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $403,098 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary rate between $187,569 - $216,643 p.a. (L13-L14; L13-L18)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Professional Development Leave and Allowances ($22,145 p.a. / 3.6 weeks)
• Motor Vehicle Allowance
• 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 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 Senior Medical Workforce: cqhhssmorecruit@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR).

Applications close: Sunday, 17 May 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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

• RK6D680067 - SMO ENT (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  CQHHS Senior Medical Candidate Document Guide (PDF)