Senior Medical Officer (Rural Generalist / Provisional Fellow)

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service

Yeppoon

On-site

AUD 193,000 - 283,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Professional development leave

Motor vehicle allowance

Overtime allowances

Attraction and retention incentive

Relocation assistance

Accommodation assistance

Salary sacrificing

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Discounted private health insurance

Fitness passport

Job summary

Capricorn Coast Hospital in Yeppoon, part of Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service, seeks a Senior Medical Officer (Rural Generalist / Provisional Fellow) to provide leadership and high‑quality care across the Capricorn Coast. You will support Registrars, RMOs and medical students, and work with a multidisciplinary team across sites to broaden your clinical experience.

Requirements include MBBS or equivalent with registration eligibility, ALS, and rural/general practice experience.

Qualifications

MBBS or equivalent and eligibility for Medical Board of Australia registration with ALS.
Rural, emergency or general practice experience highly regarded.
Strong clinical skills across general and emergency medicine.

Responsibilities

Provide professional leadership and support Registrars, RMOs and medical students.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team across sites to deliver high‑quality care.
Facilitate development and teaching of medical staff and students.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Teaching & mentoring

Emergency/general practice experience

Education

MBBS or equivalent qualification

ALS certification

Fellowship/training with ACRRM or RACGP

APLS/EMST/FARGP

Job description

Senior Medical Officer (Rural Generalist / Provisional Fellow)

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service – Yeppoon QLD

Capricorn Coast Hospital is just 25 minutes from Rockhampton and sits at the heart of a stunning stretch of coastline, home to around 37,000 people. Think beaches, tropical weather and island views — with a vibrant local community right on the doorstep.

The hospital delivers awide range of health services, from 24-hour emergency care and acute inpatient services to maternity, paediatrics, rehabilitation, palliative care, mental health, allied health and Indigenous health services.

With everything fromCT and ultrasound to community programs, cardiac rehabilitation and alcohol and other drug services, there's plenty happening under one roof.

About us:

With everything fromCT and ultrasound to community programs, cardiac rehabilitation and alcohol and other drug services, there's plenty happening under one roof.

About the role:

As our Senior Medical Officer, you'll join a welcoming, experienced team delivering high-quality care across the beautiful Capricorn Coast.

Provide professional leadership, support the development of Registrars, RMOs and medical students, and work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver great care to the local community.

With CQHHS operating across multiple sites, there's also plenty of variety. Opportunities to work across larger and smaller facilities can broaden your clinical experience, challenge your skills and introduce you to different communities — with the right support, rostering and travel arrangements in place.

About you:

You hold an MBBS or equivalent qualification and are eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia, with current ALS certification and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Rural, emergency or general practice experience is highly regarded.
Strong clinical skills across general and emergency medicine, with the ability to confidently manage trauma and the broad range of presentations you'd expect in a rural hospital.
Strong communication skills, sound judgement and the ability to work collaboratively across a multidisciplinary team are key to your approach.
Committed to quality, patient safety and better ways of working, with an interest in teaching, mentoring and supporting the development of medical staff and students. Fellowship or training withACRRM or RACGP, along with qualifications such as APLS, EMST or FARGP, would be highly regarded.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $564,663 p.a. is comprised of:

A salary rate between $193,191 - $199,233 p.a.
A salary rate between $193,191 - $223,136 p.a.
A salary rate between $223,136 - $259,187 p.a.
A salary rate between $266,839 - $282,912 p.a.
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 allowance $13,800
- 100% paid after twelve months completion period
- 25% paid in three monthly instalments thereafter
Relocation assistance (conditions apply)
Accommodation assistance (conditions apply)
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.

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