Staff Specialist General Surgeon Hervey Bay

Sante Recruitment; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 223,000 - 283,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer superannuation up to 12.75%

Annual leave loading

Professional development allowance

Job summary

Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service in Wide Bay, Queensland, invites applications for a Staff Specialist in General Surgery. You will provide high-quality surgical care, support the Clinical Director, and contribute to teaching and supervision of trainees.

This role offers opportunities to lead service development, engage in research, and advance clinical systems while participating in a collaborative multidisciplinary team in a regional setting.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Excellence: Provide comprehensive, high-quality clinical care to benefit patients within the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service.
• Leadership & Efficiency: Assist the Clinical Director (General Surgery) to ensure surgical services are delivered efficiently, effectively, and to the highest standard.
• Education & Mentorship: Lead the education and supervision of surgical trainees, medical students, and broader nursing and allied health teams.
• Service Development: Engage in research and service innovation as required by operational leadership to improve clinical systems and patient outcomes.

Job description

Job Title

Staff Specialist - General Surgery

Location

Wide Bay, Queensland

Organization

Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service

Remuneration

Total Package Value up to $564,548 p.a.*

Includes base salary ($223,136 - $282,912 p.a.), generous employer superannuation (up to 12.75%), annual leave loading, professional development allowance, and more. The Opportunity Take a chance, progress your career, and discover everything the Wide Bay region has to offer. We are partnering with the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service to recruit a dedicated Staff Specialist to provide high-quality clinical and non-clinical surgical services. In this role, you will be a key contributor to the General Surgical Department, assisting the Clinical Director and Director of Medical Services in delivering exceptional standards of care. You will not only shape the future of clinical service delivery but also influence the next generation of medical professionals through active teaching, research, and supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Excellence: Provide comprehensive, high-quality clinical care to benefit patients within the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service.
• Leadership & Efficiency: Assist the Clinical Director (General Surgery) to ensure surgical services are delivered efficiently, effectively, and to the highest standard.
• Education & Mentorship: Lead the education and supervision of surgical trainees, medical students, and broader nursing and allied health teams.
• Service Development: Engage in research and service innovation as required by operational leadership to improve clinical systems and patient outcomes.

Why Join Us?

Working In The Wide Bay Region Allows You To Enjoy a Significantly Lower Cost Of Living And Affordable Housing Without Compromising Your Professional Growth. Our Offer Is Designed To Support Your Lifestyle, Wellbeing, And Career Progression

• Financial Rewards: Competitive salary, generous employer superannuation (up to 12.75%), and 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Take-Home Pay: Access to extensive salary sacrificing options.
• Growth: Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave.
• Balance: Flexible rostering and work arrangements designed to support a healthy work-life balance.

Lifestyle: The Fraser Coast

Located just a 45-minute flight north of Brisbane, the Fraser Coast offers a unique destination for those seeking a change of pace.

• Natural Beauty: Gateway to the World Heritage-listed K'gari (formerly Fraser Island) and home to world-class whale watching.
• Coast & Culture: Experience arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland, alfresco cafes along the Hervey Bay esplanade, and the rich history of Maryborough.
• Community: Enjoy strong community connections and a relaxed, coastal lifestyle in a region renowned for its mild climate and diverse landscapes.