Principal House Officer

Mater Group; Queensland; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Staff benefits

Professional development

Health and wellbeing

Parking discounts

Job summary

Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking a Principal House Officer (PHO) to join our brand-new Public Emergency Department on a maximum-term contract until 01/02/27, with extension possible. The role is 38 hours per week and salary is commensurate with experience plus superannuation and not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550.

As a developing service within the Mater network, you will gain broad exposure to general emergency medicine, with strong consultant support, structured education and

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent is required to practise in Australia.
• Minimum three years post-registration experience in emergency care or general medicine.
• Current registration with AHPRA is essential.
• Demonstrated commitment to high-quality emergency care and ongoing clinical learning.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and management of patients presenting to the Emergency Department.
• Development and implementation of clinical management plans.
• Selection and coordination of appropriate investigations.
• Ongoing patient review and safe clinical handover.
• Accurate documentation in the patient record and discharge summaries.
• Participation in quality improvement and clinical governance activities.
• Supervision and support of junior medical staff.
• Contribution to departmental education and teaching programs.

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Minimum three years post-registration experience

Current AHPRA registration

Job description

About the Role

Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking Principal House Officers (PHOs) to join our brand-new Public Emergency Department on a maximum-term contract until 01/02/27 with the possibility of extension at 38 hours per week. Salary: Commensurate with experience plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550 + access to many staff benefits!

What you'll be doing

This is a unique opportunity to be part of the establishment and growth of a modern emergency service within a rapidly expanding community in Southeast Queensland. You will grow as a clinician in a high-acuity, supportive and forward-thinking environment, with strong consultant presence, structured education and genuine mentorship.

As a developing service within the Mater network, Springfield Emergency will offer broad exposure across general emergency medicine with strong links to Mater’s tertiary services.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the culture, systems and clinical standards of a new Emergency Department from its early stages.

About You

You will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in emergency care and professional development.

Essential Criteria

• MBBS or equivalent

• Minimum three (3) years post-registration experience

• Current AHPRA registration

• Demonstrated commitment to high-quality emergency care and ongoing clinical learning

Desirable

• Prior Emergency Medicine experience

• Experience at PHO or Registrar level in acute care specialties

Applicants from other acute specialties seeking transition into Emergency Medicine are encouraged to apply.

What you'll be doing

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Assessment and management of patients presenting to the Emergency Department

• Development and implementation of clinical management plans

• Selection and coordination of appropriate investigations

• Ongoing patient review and safe clinical handover

• Accurate and timely documentation in the patient record

• Preparation of discharge letters and clinical summaries

• Participation in quality improvement and clinical governance activities

• Supervision and support of junior medical staff

• Contribution to departmental education and teaching programs

About Mater Hospital Springfield – Public Emergency

Mater Hospital Springfield is a contemporary public hospital serving one of Queensland’s fastest growing regions within the City of Ipswich.

The Emergency Department will provide:

• Comprehensive emergency care to a diverse and growing community

• Strong consultant FACEM presence

• Modern resuscitation facilities and purpose-built clinical spaces

• Integration within the broader Mater Health network

• Access to tertiary referral pathways where required

• Structured weekly protected teaching time

• A culture that prioritises teamwork, education and clinical excellence

Springfield offers clinicians the opportunity to work in a dynamic suburban setting while remaining closely connected to Mater’s established tertiary services.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world-class expertise across healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research. With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we’re committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You’ll join a values-driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways

• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs

• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay by up to $18,550 per year, including up to $15,900 for everyday living expenses (such as rent, mortgage repayments and school fees) and up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment + possibility to salary package a car!

• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance

• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts

• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets

• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters

Whether you’re looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.

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