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Career Medical Officer (General Practitioner)


Tugun

Work as an independent clinician alongside General Practitioners, Nurse Practitioners, Extended Practice Physiotherapists and Nursing staff in the Tugun Satellite Health Centre - Minor Injury and Illness Clinic (MIIC).

Job details

Position status Permanent,Temporary
Position type Full-time,Part-time
Occupational group Health - Medical
Classification L10-L13
Workplace Location Gold Coast
Job ad reference QLD/GC689484
Closing date 18-Aug-2026
Job duration 12 months with possibility of extension
Contact person Dr Michael Aitken
Contact details (07) 5668 6117
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The Role

An opportunity has become available for several Career Medical Officers (General Practitioner) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-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 specialist clinical support in the area of General Practice in a patient and family centred approach
  • Promote and lead a culture of safety and quality amongst staff
  • Actively support research opportunities within the division
  • Be actively involved in developing and supporting innovative models of care

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

  • A Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) 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

  • Permanent full time, permanent part time, temporary part time and temporary full time (several positions, up to 12 months with possibility of extension)
  • Base salary ranging from $175,317 - $193,191 per annum, $6,719.90 - $7,405 per fortnight, $88.41 - $92.56 per hour

About Us

The Tugun Satellite Health Centre - Minor Injury and Illness Clinic (MIIC) has a model of care aimed at easing pressure on Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service (GCHHS) Emergency Departments which collectively see approximately 190,000 patients per year.

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 Tuesday, 18 August 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: GC689484

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

Further information

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