Staff Specialist Adult Emergency

Acem; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 230,000 - 320,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Professional development and learning

Generous salary packaging

Health and wellbeing support

Fitness Passport

Discounted parking

Job summary

Mater Hospital Brisbane Emergency Department seeks an experienced Emergency Medicine Staff Specialist for a 6-month maximum-term contract with a path to permanency. Half-time (0.5 FTE) with flexible negotiation will be considered for the right candidate.

You will join a high-volume ED and lead clinical care, contribute to education and research, and mentor registrars and junior doctors while collaborating with a broad multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Fellowship in Emergency Medicine or equivalent high-level qualification required.
• Current registration with AHPRA or eligibility.
• Commitment to high-quality patient care and safety.
• Interest in education and supervision of junior medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to day-to-day clinical and operational management of the ED and support KPIs.
• Ensure care reflects contemporary best practice and outcomes.
• Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to Registrars and Junior Medical Officers.
• Contribute to medical education and clinical teaching in the ED.
• Lead research, quality improvement and clinical governance activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe patient care.
• Undertake duties within your approved scope of practice.

Skills

FACEM fellowship

AHPRA registration

Clinical leadership

Mentorship & education

Education

Fellowship of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (FACEM)

Job description

About the role

Mater Hospital Brisbane is seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Staff Specialist to join our busy and supportive Emergency Department.

This is an exciting opportunity for a specialist seeking a 6 month maximum term contract with the opportunity to transition into a permanent Staff Specialist position. We have 0.5 FTE available, with flexibility to negotiate FTE to suit the successful applicant.

Working with the Clinical Director and the wider Emergency Department team, you will provide high-quality, person and family-centred emergency care while contributing to the clinical leadership, education, research and ongoing development of the department.

Salary: Commensurate with experience plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

What you’ll be doing

In partnership with other members of the Emergency Department team, you will:

• Contribute to the day-to-day clinical and operational management of the Emergency Department, supporting the achievement of clinical, strategic and key performance indicators
• Play a key role in ensuring clinical care and patient outcomes reflect contemporary best practice
• Provide clinical supervision, support and mentorship to Registrars and Junior Medical Officers
• Contribute to the education and training of medical professionals, including teaching and supervision in the clinical environment
• Participate in and encourage research, quality improvement and quality assurance activities
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, high-quality and compassionate patient care
• Undertake other duties within your approved scope of clinical practice and appropriate to the level of the position

About Mater Emergency Department

Mater Hospital Brisbane Emergency Department is a busy adult tertiary Emergency Department caring for approximately 45,000 public patients each year, with an admission rate of approximately 38%.

Mater is a major teaching hospital of The University of Queensland, providing an environment rich in education, research and professional development opportunities. Clinicians are eligible for academic appointment with the University.

As part of Mater Health, you will join an organisation committed to the integration of healthcare, education and research, with opportunities to work alongside experienced clinicians across a broad range of specialties.

Mater Hospital Brisbane is uniquely located within the Mater precinct, alongside Mater Mothers' Hospital and Mater's private hospitals, providing a diverse and collaborative clinical environment.

About you

• Hold current registration, or be eligible for registration, with AHPRA
• Hold Fellowship of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (FACEM) or an equivalent higher specialist qualification
• Demonstrate a commitment to high-quality patient care, clinical excellence and multidisciplinary teamwork
• Have a strong interest in the education and supervision of junior medical staff

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 opportunitiesacross healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
• Professional development and learningthrough Mater Education and internal development programs
• Generous salary packagingto help maximise your take-home pay
• Health and wellbeing support,including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passportaccess and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
• Discounted parkingand 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.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GetBetterWithMater

Applications close Tuesday, 27th October 2026

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