Staff Specialist - Orthopaedic Surgery

JPS Recruitment; Queensland; On-site; AUD 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

JPS Recruitment is seeking an experienced Orthopaedic Surgeon to join Queensland’s largest regional hospital. You will work in a modern, well-supported setting with a commitment to clinical excellence and community health in a vibrant regional region.

The role offers a rewarding clinical environment, access to multidisciplinary teams, and opportunities for teaching and research through local affiliations. AHPRA Specialist Registration and FRACS are required.

Qualifications

• AHPRA Specialist Registration is required.
• FRACS in Orthopaedic surgery is required.
• SIMGs with RACS assessment outcome are eligible.
• SIMGs who have submitted RACS assessment are eligible.

Education

AHPRA Specialist Registration

FRACS (Orthopaedic surgery)

SIMGs with RACS assessment outcome

SIMGs who have submitted RACS assessment

Job description

OpportunityWe have an incredible opportunity available for an experienced Orthopaedic Surgeon to join a major regional hospital in Queensland. Enjoy a rewarding clinical role, strong multidisciplinary support, and an excellent lifestyle in a vibrant regional community.HospitalJoin Queensland’s largest regional hospital, serving a diverse community of over 230,000 people across Central Queensland. Some key highlights include:

• Bed Capacity & Services: ~300 beds, covering emergency, surgical, maternity, and mental health care.
• Recent Developments:
  • Expanded Emergency Department with 12 new treatment areas
  • New 32-bed Adult Mental Health Inpatient Unit (opening 2026)
  • State-of-the-art Cardiac Hybrid Theatre ($34.5M)
  • New PET scanner for advanced diagnostics
• Educational Opportunities: Affiliated with Central Queensland University for teaching and research. Accredited with RACS.

Location

This regional city, home to around 80,000 people, offers doctors a unique opportunity to work in a well-equipped hospital while enjoying the benefits of a welcoming, close-knit community. Surrounded by rivers, parks, and nearby beaches, it provides a relaxed lifestyle with plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. With modern amenities, excellent schools, a vibrant dining and cultural scene, and a supportive community, it’s an ideal place to grow your career and raise a family while enjoying a balanced and fulfilling life.

Requirements

• AHPRA Specialist Registration
• FRACS (Orthopaedic surgery)
• SIMG's with RACS assessment outcome
• SIMG’s who have submitted RACS assessment.