Staff Specialist - Interventional Cardiology

Sante Recruitment; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service in Rockhampton, Queensland invites an experienced Consultant Cardiologist to join a growing regional cardiac team. You will lead high-value clinical care and contribute to service expansion and the development of a regional cardiac centre of excellence.

Based in Rockhampton, you will benefit from a supportive multidisciplinary environment, opportunities for research, education, and leadership within a modern tertiary referral setting.

Job description

Consultant Cardiologist

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service | Rockhampton, Queensland

Help Shape the Future of Cardiac Care in Regional Queensland

This is more than a Consultant Cardiologist role — it is an opportunity to become part of a major transformation in cardiac services across Central Queensland.

As Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service continues to expand toward becoming a regional cardiac centre of excellence, you will play a key role in delivering high-value, evidence-based care to a growing and diverse population.

Based in the thriving regional city of Rockhampton, this position offers the rare combination of advanced clinical practice, meaningful career progression, and an enviable Queensland lifestyle.

Join a health service committed to making Central Queenslanders among the healthiest people in the world.

The Opportunity

You will join a progressive and collaborative multidisciplinary Cardiology team during an exciting period of significant service expansion and investment.

Key Highlights Include

• Major capital investment into cardiac services
• Development of a state-of-the‑art Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory
• Expansion of inpatient cardiology capacity
• Opportunity to contribute to long‑term strategic service growth
• Strong focus on innovation, clinical excellence, and patient‑centred care

This Is An Ideal Opportunity For a Cardiologist Seeking

• A meaningful leadership and service development role
• Excellent procedural and clinical exposure
• Long‑term career stability and progression
• A supportive regional tertiary referral environment

About The Hospital

Rockhampton Hospital is the principal referral hospital for Central Queensland, servicing a population of approximately 250,000 people across regional, rural, and coastal communities.

The Cardiology Department provides integrated specialist services across the full continuum of care through a multidisciplinary and collaborative model.

Why Join The Service

• Modern and expanding tertiary referral hospital
• Strong investment in specialist services and infrastructure
• Collaborative and supportive consultant network
• Research and professional development opportunities
• Commitment to innovation and continuous improvement
• Over 3,700 staff dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care

Lifestyle & Location

Living in Rockhampton offers an exceptional lifestyle without sacrificing career opportunity.

Enjoy

• Affordable housing and relaxed living
• Easy access to the Capricorn Coast and Great Barrier Reef
• Excellent schools and family‑friendly communities
• Stunning beaches, islands, and outdoor recreation
• Warm climate and short commutes
• Access to both outback Queensland and coastal escapes

Whether you enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, or simply a better work‑life balance, Central Queensland offers a lifestyle difficult to match in metropolitan centres.

• Join a rapidly expanding regional cardiac service
• Be part of a major infrastructure transformation
• Work within a supportive multidisciplinary environment
• Access research, education, and leadership opportunities
• Enjoy outstanding lifestyle benefits in coastal Queensland
• Make a lasting impact on regional cardiac healthcare delivery