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Resident Medical Officer (Rotations)
CQHHS
Where better than the beautiful Capricorn Coast to continue your medical career journey? Join CQ Health as a Resident Medical Officer and gain invaluable experience while developing diverse clinical skills across a wide range of specialties within our health service.
As an RMO, you will strengthen your clinical expertise and interpersonal capabilities while building a strong foundation for independent practice or future specialist training. This role offers the opportunity to rotate through multiple specialties. In addition, you will contribute to the education of medical students.
This is an ideal opportunity to further your professional development in a region known for its relaxed lifestyle and unique blend of urban convenience and natural beauty. Submit your application today and take the next step in your medical career with CQ Health.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | L2-L3 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CQ6E682193 |
| Closing date | 06-Aug-2026 |
| Job duration | 12 months with possibility for extension |
| Contact person | Medical Workforce |
| Contact details | (07) 4932 3847 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
CQ Health provides public health services across Central Queensland, in hospitals and in the community. CQ Health is a statutory body governed by our Board. We serve a growing population of approximately 250,000 people and employ more than 3,700 staff, treating more than 700,000 patients each year. The health service has a diverse geographic footprint, ranging from regional cities to remote townships in the west and beachside communities along the coast.
About the role:
- To develop robust clinical and interpersonal skills to maximise professional development with a view to independent practice or proceeding to specialist training.
- Assistance with the teaching of students is an important adjunct to this role.
- Rotations are available in Emergency Medicine, Intensive Care, Anaesthetics, Cardiology, General Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Medical Oncology, Palliative Care, Rehabilitation Medicine, Renal Medicine, Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Urology, and Psychiatry.
- Rotations are across four sites - Rockhampton, Gladstone, Emerald Hospitals and Capricorn Coast Hospitals.
About you:
- MBBS or equivalent to enable registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) at Level 2 supervision.
- If qualifications were obtained outside of Australia, the candidate must be eligible for registration with AHPRA and provide the following:
- Evidence of successful completion of IELTS or equivalent English Language Test results within the last year,
- Evidence of successful completion of AMC MCQ (Part 1) Examination,
- Evidence of recency of clinical practice, at least 6 months in the last year, supported by current, clinical practice 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.
What we offer:
Salary information:
Total remuneration value of up to $127,366 p.a. is comprised of:
- A salary rate between $102,556 - $110,112 p.a. (L2-L3)
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading
Other benefits include:
- Professional Development Leave and Allowances (1.6 weeks per annum)
- 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.
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: cqhhs_jmorecruit@health.qld.gov.au
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CQ6E682193
Applications close: Thursday, 6 August 2026
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