Step into a leadership role where your expertise truly makes an impact. The Department of Orthopaedics at Hervey Bay and Maryborough Hospitals is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist or Senior Medical Officers to join our progressive team. You’ll manage a diverse caseload, influence service development, and help drive excellence in trauma and elective orthopaedic care. If you’re looking for meaningful work, strong team culture, and the unbeatable Fraser Coast lifestyle, this is your next move.

Job details

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Your opportunity:

• The role of the Staff Specialist is to assist the Director in ensuring that Orthopaedic services provided by Hervey Bay and Maryborough Hospitals are of the highest standard. These services will be delivered in an efficient and effective manner given available resources by providing a professional and high quality Orthopaedic service to the Fraser Coast.
• The position will assist with the education and supervision of surgical trainees and other medical staff, medical students, and allied health, interested community groups and nursing staff as well as assist in the day to day management of surgical services including active participation in patient safety, clinical audit, research and service planning activities.

Permanent Full Time (80 hours p.f.) or Permanent Part Time Positions (hours negotiable)

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. (f/t) or competitive salary between $89.86 - $131.60 p.h. (p/t), generous employer superannuation (up to 12.75%), salary sacrifice perks, and flexible rostering for optimal work/life balance. H2604WB680187

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 Fraser Coast   

The Fraser Coast, known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed K'gari (Formerly Fraser Island), the location of incredible whale watching encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of Maryborough.   

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

‘Care, connection and compassion for all'

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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Documents

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

• Document Preparation Guide (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants Jan 2020 (PDF)
  
  Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF)
  
  H2604WB680187 - Flyer (PDF)
  
  H2604WB680187 - RD (PDF)