Clinical Director of Orthopaedics

Sante Recruitment; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 318,000 - 529,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development leave

Professional development allowance

Motor vehicle allowance

Attraction and retention incentive

Discounted private health insurance

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Rockhampton Hospital in Central Queensland seeks an FRACS-qualified Orthopaedic Surgeon to lead the Orthopaedic Surgery Department, combining executive leadership with an active clinical practice and mentoring future specialists across the region.

The Clinical Director will guide strategic, operational and clinical direction while maintaining a 0.5 FTE clinical workload and collaborating with executive leadership to deliver high-quality orthopaedic care.

Qualifications

• FRACS-qualified orthopaedic surgeon
• Lead strategic direction of Orthopaedic Services
• Mentor trainees, junior doctors and medical students
• Drive innovation, education and research in the region
• Maintain minimum 0.5 FTE clinical workload

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction and future development of Orthopaedic Services across Central Queensland Health
• Deliver high-quality specialist Orthopaedic care within a major regional referral hospital
• Drive clinical governance, patient safety and quality improvement initiatives
• Lead workforce planning, recruitment and departmental performance
• Supervise and mentor Orthopaedic trainees, junior doctors and medical students
• Support research, education and innovation within the department
• Collaborate with executive leadership and multidisciplinary teams
• Ensure equitable, high-quality Orthopaedic services across Central Queensland Health facilities

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Mentoring

Clinical governance

Orthopaedic surgery

Education

MBBS or equivalent

FRACS in Orthopaedic Surgery

AHPRA Specialist Registration

Job description

Clinical Director of Orthopaedic SurgeryRockhampton, Central QueenslandExecutive Leadership | Regional Referral Hospital | Total Package up to $529,246 p.a. Sante Recruitment is seeking an experienced FRACS-qualified Orthopaedic Surgeon to lead the Orthopaedic Surgery Department at Rockhampton Hospital, the principal referral hospital for Central Queensland.

This is an outstanding opportunity to combine executive leadership with an active clinical practice, guiding the strategic direction of Orthopaedic Services while mentoring future specialists and driving innovation, education and research across the region.

The Opportunity As Clinical Director of Orthopaedic Surgery, you will provide strategic, operational and clinical leadership to a busy, accredited Orthopaedic Department while maintaining a minimum 0.5 FTE clinical workload.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Leading the strategic direction and future development of Orthopaedic Services across Central Queensland Health
• Delivering high-quality specialist Orthopaedic care within a major regional referral hospital
• Driving clinical governance, patient safety and quality improvement initiatives
• Leading workforce planning, recruitment and departmental performance
• Supervising and mentoring Orthopaedic trainees, junior doctors and medical students
• Supporting research, education and innovation within the department
• Working collaboratively with executive leadership and multidisciplinary teams
• Ensuring equitable, high-quality Orthopaedic services across multiple Central Queensland Health facilities

The Hospital Rockhampton Hospital is a 305-bed regional referral and teaching hospital, providing comprehensive specialist services to communities throughout Central Queensland.

The Orthopaedic Service Offers

• Four modern operating theatres
• Two dedicated procedure rooms
• Six-bed Intensive Care Unit
• High-volume elective and emergency Orthopaedic surgery
• Accredited specialist training program
• Active involvement in research and medical education
• Strong multidisciplinary and allied health support
• Contemporary facilities and advanced surgical services

As the major referral centre for Central Queensland, the hospital provides a broad and rewarding Orthopaedic caseload while supporting specialist training and service development.

The Location Rockhampton offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle.

Enjoy

• Affordable housing and excellent schools
• A welcoming, family-friendly community
• Beautiful riverside parks and outdoor recreation
• Easy access to the Capricorn Coast and Great Keppel Island
• National parks, fishing, boating and hiking
• Direct flights to Brisbane and other major Australian cities
• Excellent work-life balance in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regional centres

Salary & Benefits

Total remuneration package up to $529,246 per annum, including:

• Competitive Specialist salary
• 12.75% employer superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading
• 3.6 weeks Professional Development Leave
• Professional Development Allowance of $22,145 per annum
• Clinical Manager Allowance
• Motor Vehicle Allowance
• Overtime and On-Call Allowances
• Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
• Generous Salary Packaging
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Why Join?

• Executive leadership position within a major regional referral hospital
• Maintain an active specialist Orthopaedic practice
• Lead service innovation and strategic planning
• Influence Orthopaedic care across Central Queensland
• Strong focus on teaching, research and workforce development
• Excellent remuneration package with leadership allowances
• Outstanding lifestyle in a thriving regional Queensland city

Requirements Applications Are Welcomed From Orthopaedic Surgeons Who Have

• MBBS or equivalent
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in Orthopaedic Surgery
• Specialist Registration (or eligibility) with AHPRA
• Demonstrated leadership and management experience
• Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical excellence
• A passion for education, mentoring, research and workforce development

Whether you're an established Clinical Director or an experienced Orthopaedic Surgeon ready to take the next step into executive leadership, we would love to hear from you.