Take the next step in your medical leadership career as Clinical Director of Medicine at Rockhampton Hospital, where you can make a real difference to healthcare across Central Queensland.

Enjoy the opportunity to lead and inspire a dedicated team while maintaining your clinical expertise. Along with a competitive remuneration package, you'll benefit from a motor vehicle allowance, overtime and on-call allowances, attraction and retention incentives, granted private practice arrangements and a Clinical Manager Allowance during your appointment.

Relocation assistance and accommodation may also be available (conditions apply). Experience the best of regional Queensland, with a rewarding career, relaxed lifestyle and beautiful beaches and outdoor adventures right on your doorstep.

Job details

About us:

Rockhampton Hospital is a 305-bed facility and Central Queensland's main referral hospital, delivering a wide range of specialist services including emergency, medicine, surgery, cardiology and cancer care. With state-of-the-art facilities and strong links to tertiary hospitals, our Department of Medicine offers an accredited Basic Physician Training program, supporting the next generation of medical professionals.

About the role:

Make a lasting impact on healthcare across Central Queensland! As Clinical Director of Medicine, you'll lead, inspire and drive excellence while maintaining your clinical expertise.

• Lead high-quality medical services and patient care.
• Champion innovation, safety and continuous improvement.
• Mentor and develop the next generation of clinicians.
• Enjoy a 3-year leadership opportunity, with extension options and a minimum 0.5 FTE clinical component.

About you:

We're looking for an experienced medical specialist with a passion for clinical excellence and leadership. You'll bring:

• Medical qualifications (MBBS or equivalent) eligible for registration in Australia.
• Specialist registration or eligibility with AHPRA, including FRACP.
• Additional sub-specialty expertise or interests are highly regarded.

You'll be required to provide evidence of your qualifications and registration prior to commencement.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $597,671 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary rate between $225,305 - $260,864 p.a. (L18-L24)
• A salary rate between $268,430 - $284,318 p.a. (L25-L27)
• 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
• 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:

1. Contact Senior Medical Workforce: CQHHSSMORecruit@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6K696691

Applications close: Tuesday, 22 December 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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

• RK6K696691 - Clinical Director of Medicine (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  CQHHS Senior Medical Candidate Document Guide (PDF)