Staff Specialist (Infectious Diseases)

Queensland Government; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 220,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development leave

Professional indemnity cover

Salary packaging

Wellbeing program

Allowance for private practice

Job summary

Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service is seeking an exceptional Infectious Diseases consultant to join the department on a fixed-term basis. The role offers either full-time or part-time hours up to 80 hours per fortnight for 9 months with possible extension, within the Sunshine Coast region.

Preference will be given to applicants with a dual qualification in Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology.

Qualifications

• Dual qualification in Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology.
• Provide high quality infectious disease care.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality infectious disease care for the Sunshine Coast community.
• Lead safe care, drive quality improvement and innovation.
• Collaborate for department growth within a multidisciplinary team.

Education

Dual qualification in Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology

Job description

Fixed-term temporary full-time or part-time position, up to 80 hours per fortnight for 9 months with the possibility of extension.We are seeking an exceptional Infectious Diseases consultant to join our department within the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service.Preference will be given to applicants with a dual qualification in Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology.As a Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service employee your salary includes:Base salary comprising of between:L18 - L24 Staff Specialist$106.91 - $124.18 p.h. (p/t)$8,552.80 - $9,934.60 p.f. (f/t)L25 - L27 Senior Staff Specialist$127.85 - $135.55 p.h. (p/t)$10,227.90 - $10,844.00 p.f (f/t)Standard allowances (additional to base salary):Motor vehicle allowance (pro rata for Part-time)$23,395 p.a. (L18 - L24 Staff Specialist)$28,408 p.a. (L25 - L27 Senior Staff Specialist)Professional development allowance (pro rata for Part-time)$22,145 p.a.Attraction and Retention Allowance up to 50% of base salaryOvertime and on-call allowances (paid by exception)Generous superannuation of up to 12.75% employer superannuation contributionAnnual leave loadingDiscover the Sunshine CoastThe Sunshine Coast is known for its beautiful beaches, hinterland scenery and subtropical climate. The Health Service is located across the Sunshine Coast region, with five hospital campuses including Sunshine Coast University Hospital (SCUH) serving a population around 500,000 people.Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS) is in southeast Queensland and extends through the coastal and hinterland areas from Caloundra in the south and Gympie in the north. We care for our communities through Sunshine Coast University Hospital, Nambour General Hospital, Gympie Hospital, Maleny Soldier's Memorial Hospital, and Caloundra Health Service which includes a Minor Injury and Illness Clinic. We also provide care at a number of community and mental health sites, as well as Glenbrook Residential Aged Care.You will provide high quality infectious disease care for our community, with a focus on leading safe care, driving quality improvement and innovation, and collaboratively contributing to department growth and development within a multidisciplinary team.Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service is a values-based organisation. We are committed to the maintenance of a culture in which we treat our colleagues with respect as we do our patients, consumers and the community. We respect, protect and promote human rights in our decision-making and actions.Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service offers:Professional development leaveProfessional indemnity coverGranted private practice arrangementsSalary packagingEmployee Assistance ProgramA wellness programApplications will remain current for the duration of the vacancy.Job Ad Reference: SC694555Closing Date: Monday, 9 November 2026APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTEDThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.