A career and lifestyle that gives back and pays it forward in more ways than one.

Take your medical career where your impact is immediate, your work is meaningful, and your lifestyle offers space, connection and balance.

We are seeking a Senior Medical Officer who has a passion for rural and remote medicine, community engagement and dedication to mentoring and developing the next generation of clinicians.

We value our workforce and invest in right-fit candidates. We consider flexible rosters, negotiable hours and fly-in fly-out options. Head west to experience a lifestyle like no other. Apply now!

Patient Centred Care

for our Central West communities

Job details

We care about people | We champion safety and quality | We act with integrity and accountability | We are a capable and confident workforce | We improve continuously

What's involved – Central West Health welcomes passionate individuals who are dedicated to making a significant difference in the lives of patients in remote areas of Queensland. If you thrive in communities where your contributions are highly valued, we invite you to join our team as one of our broader team of around 29 medical officers, experiencing the breathtaking landscapes of outback Queensland and some of the friendliest communities in the country. Here, you will work at top of scope, pushing your limits and embracing our One Practice Model of Care.  This model enables you to practice across local hospital, general practices, and provide outreach services for primary health.  Our model of care is backed by a collegial and supportive team environment that fosters professional growth and well-being.

On offer for our right-fit person:

• Work / life balance – flexibility and variety
• Strong team culture with supportive group practice team environment
• Professional autonomy with opportunities to innovate and lead
• Tailored career pathways, no one-size fits all

About Central West Hospital and Health Service – Joining Central West Health means more than just a job. Embrace the opportunity to be part of a close-knit, safe, friendly and inclusive community.  As a medical officer you quickly understand that place you hold in the social fabric within the community, and the impact you have on the health and well-being of the people.  Being a medical officer in CWH is as unique and dynamic as the regions itself.

Our far-reaching health services almost 20.6 percent of the Queensland, encompasses seven local government areas, and reaches 18 unique and lively communities. The outback offers a quiet and relaxed lifestyle and is the perfect location to unwind and enjoy life's simple pleasures as you take in the starlit skies and unforgettable sunsets.  Schools in the west provide more one on one learning with students and there are various work opportunities for partners of healthcare workers with local businesses, property owners and other local and state government agencies. Convenient weekly flights to Brisbane.

Embrace this opportunity and make a genuine impact.

Want to see more - visit FarOut! (gofarout.com.au) or for more insight, visit our YouTube channel: Central West Hospital and Health Service

Central West Health incentives:

• Attractive remuneration package up to $578,320 p.a. plus overtime and on-call allowances
• 5 weeks annual leave, plus 17.5% annual leave loading
• 6 weeks professional development leave
• Various allowances including locality and motor vehicle
• Paid parental leave
• Employer superannuation contributions of up to 12.75%
• Salary packaging increase take home pay
• Accommodation or rental subsidy
• Relocation assistance

The locals will tell you a role with Central West Health is more than just a job, and a life in central west Queensland is as iconic as the region that defines it.  Be prepared to be embraced by warm, welcoming, and close-knit communities, and caring for and living among the people you work with to make a difference in their lives and yours, every day.

Apply online by Sunday, 14 June 2026 - third party applications will not be accepted.
Applications should include:

• Resume / CV and a suitability assessment including responses to ‘how you will be assessed' and within the context of the role.
• completed vaccine preventable disease (VPD) forms
• evidence of VPD immunity and vaccinations
• certified relevant qualifications and AHPRA registrations.

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against measles, mumps, rubella, varicella and hepatitis B during their employment. For additional information regarding the responsibilities, mandatory qualifications and/or other requirements for this position please refer to the role description.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

It is recommended that you download the Role Description for future reference. If you have difficulty viewing the role description, contact Central West Recruitment (07) 4650 4017. Microsoft Word or PDF files are supported. Files – max: 2MB each.

Documents

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

• 1. 2025.v1_QH Applicant Information Kit ( 2025.V1_Qh Applicant Information Kit.Pdf)
  
  1. VPD evidence and certification form ( Vpd Evidence And Certification Form.Pdf)
  
  1. FORM_VPD_tb-risk-assess-questionnaire-workers-hhs ( Form_Vpd_Tb-Risk-Assess-Questionnaire-Workers-Hhs.Pdf)
  
  RD_CW6E682710_Senior Medical Officer (ACPRG)(RG)(PF) (PDF)