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Senior Medical Officer - Rural Generalist (Cape York Kidney Care)
Weipa
Live, Play and Work in Weipa: Where your career stretches—and so do the horizons.
This is your opportunity to deliver meaningful care, strengthen local health services, and help communities stay connected to specialist treatment close to home, all while experiencing the professional and lifestyle rewards of Cape York.
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | L13-L27 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TC689800 |
| Closing date | 17-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Stephen Johnston |
| Contact details | 0432 280 603 Access the National Relay Service |
Permanent Full Time Senior Medical Officer position available
CALL US! Give Dr Stephen Johnston a call (0432 280 603) for a chat - he would love to hear from you and discuss the role further.
TELL ME MORE... Are you a Rural Generalist with Adult Internal Medicine expertise, or a Specialist GP looking for a role that offers clinical variety, cultural connection, and the opportunity to make a real difference?
Join the Cape York Kidney Care Program and help shape better health outcomes across one of Australia's most unique and rewarding regions. Based in Weipa, you'll work alongside a passionate multidisciplinary team delivering specialist kidney care to communities including Napranum, Mapoon, Aurukun, Pormpuraaw and Kowanyama, helping people access high-quality care closer to home.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ROLE... This is far more than a traditional GP position - combining chronic disease management with diverse rural generalist practice, you'll work at the forefront of culturally responsive healthcare while enjoying the adventure, lifestyle and professional satisfaction that only remote medicine can offer.
Working closely with a renal nurse practitioner, dietitian, aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health professionals and specialist nephrology teams in Cairns, you'll deliver life-changing care while supporting stronger local health services across Cape York.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
- Deliver specialist kidney care across the Western Cape region.
- Travel to remote Cape York communities, building relationships and improving access to care, and provide face-to-face and telehealth consultations for people living with chronic kidney disease.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop coordinated care plans whilst supporting quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the ongoing development of the Kidney Care Program.
- Partner with local and regional healthcare providers.
- Contribute as a Senior Medical Officer within Weipa Integrated Health Service, supporting emergency, inpatient and after-hours services.
WHAT WE OFFER
- A unique opportunity to create lasting change in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.
- Diverse, challenging and professionally rewarding rural practice.
- Strong specialist and multidisciplinary support networks, including opportunities for teaching, mentoring, leadership and service development.
- Competitive remuneration, rural and remote incentives, and relocation support.
- An incredible Cape York lifestyle, where stunning coastlines, rich culture, outdoor adventure and strong community connections become part of everyday life.
ABOUT YOU... Are you a motivated Rural Generalist or General Practitioner who?...
- Ideally has advanced skills in Adult Internal Medicine.
- Is passionate about culturally safe, patient-centred healthcare.
- Thrives in rural and remote clinical environments.
- Enjoys working collaboratively and driving positive health outcomes.
- Values education, mentorship and continuous improvement.
TORRES AND CAPE WILL GIVE YOU A CAREER WTIH PURPOSE! plus excellent benefits and allowances (Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service)
Salary Information (L13-L27) - Total Remuneration value of between $409,980 (L13) up to $612,865 (L27)
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APPLY NOW AND BE PART OF A TEAM TRANSFORMING KIDNEY CARE ACROSS REMOTE QUEENSLAND!
Further information
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