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Medical Officer Private Practice
Baralaba
Big skies, broad skills and a career that makes a difference - welcome to Baralaba!
Take your rural medicine experience up a notch with hands-on work across emergency, inpatient and general practice care, while building your private practice and getting to know the community behind every patient.
And the perks? They're pretty hard to beat! With remuneration packages up to $439,120 p.a. plus private practice earnings, visa sponsorship, relocation assistance and accommodation (conditions apply), your next big career move could come with a country lifestyle to match.
Ready to grow your career where your impact really counts? Baralaba is calling!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | MOR1-1-MOR1-3 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/BA6J695999 |
| Closing date | 10-Dec-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Rikki-lea Osborn |
| Contact details | (07) 4976 3188 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
Discover country charm with a meaningful twist at Baralaba Multipurpose Health Service. Our modern, purpose-built facility provides 24/7 emergency and inpatient care, aged care and outpatient services to a close-knit rural community.
Why make the move to Baralaba?
- Remuneration packages up to $439,120 per annum, depending on classification, plus private practice earnings.
- Private practice opportunities to complement your public health service role.
- Relocation assistance and accommodation provided, subject to conditions.
- 12.75% employer superannuation, salary packaging and generous leave entitlements.
- Professional development support, including an annual allowance and 3.6 weeks of professional development leave.
- Visa sponsorship may be considered, subject to eligibility and conditions.
About the role:
Join us in a permanent, full-time role that combines clinical variety, professional autonomy and the opportunity to make a real difference in rural Queensland.
Working across hospital and general practice settings, you will:
- Deliver comprehensive care across emergency, inpatient, outpatient and general practice.
- Build your rural generalist expertise by managing a wide range of clinical presentations.
- Provide 24/7 emergency care with support from clinical networks and telehealth services.
- Grow your private practice through the neighbouring general practice clinic.
- Shape the future of rural healthcare through clinical leadership, service improvement and strong community connections.
Your career development matters, with professional development opportunities, mentoring and support from regional facilities.
About you:
- MBBS or equivalent, enabling AHPRA registration.
- Broad clinical experience in general practice, emergency medicine and primary healthcare.
- Current ALS and APLS certification.
- A passion for rural healthcare and continuous improvement.
ACRRM or RACGP Fellowship is highly desirable, along with advanced emergency medicine skills.
Working towards Fellowship? We encourage you to apply!
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $439,120 p.a. is comprised of:
- A salary rate between $195,746 - $207,668 p.a. (MOR1-1.1 – MOR1-1.3)
- A salary rate between $225,305 - $260,864 p.a. (MOPP-RGM-01 – MOPP-RGM-07)
- A salary rate between $268,430 - $284,318 p.a. (SMOPPRGM-01 – SMOPPRGM-03)
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading
Additional Benefits:
- Professional Development Leave and Allowances ($22,145 p.a. / 3.6 Weeks)
- Motor Vehicle Allowance
- Overtime and on call allowances
- Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
- Inaccessibility Incentive Allowance of up to $27,600
- 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.
For assistance:
- Contact Senior Medical Workforce: cqhhssmorecruit@health.qld.gov.au
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) BA6J695999
Applications close: Thursday, 10 December 2026
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