Provide clinical care under supervision and acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to satisfy relevant specialist college and medical board requirements in order to practice as a specialist in the area of Neurology.

Job details

The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Principal House Officer (Neurology) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia. 

You will

• Provide Neurology inpatient and outpatient care
• Attend tutorials, participate and present at grand rounds, attend compulsory courses
• Follow policies, procedures and instructions relating to work health and safety
• Supervise residents and interns.

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery or equivalent qualification registrable with the Medical Board of Australia
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
• Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading

Salary

• Temporary full time (up to 12 months)
• Base salary ranging from $134,489 - $147,585 per annum

About Us

The Neurology Department provides high quality medical care to a range of patients with a variety of neurological conditions. As a tertiary teaching facility, new and innovative ideas are encouraged for better overall health outcomes. All collaborative approach to health care is imperative across both campuses, ensuring close working relationships with all health care professions across various disciplines.

About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Friday, 3 July 2026

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC686142

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.

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.

• Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  GC686142 - RD (PDF)