Infectious Diseases - Consultant Specialist - Queensland Australia

Opprortunity
Head Medical are delighted to share we are seeking a Consultant in Infectious Diseases to be based in Rockhampton, Queensland - A regional city that offers an ideal lifestyle and is the southern gateway to the Great Barrier Reef coming up it a beautiful 300 days of sunshine a year.
The health service provides health care to Central Queensland that covers a catchment area of approximately 250,000, a number which is expected to continue to grow
The Infectious Diseases Physician will work within an inter-professional Blood Borne Virus and Sexual Health service, Hospital in the Home (HiTH), Specialist Outpatient service and provide inpatient consultancy of these and other Infectious Diseases at the Rockhampton Hospital and within CQ Health.
Provide direct, high-quality care to clients with Infectious Diseases (including HIV/AIDS, Hep B and C and Tuberculosis) in both acute and non-acute service settings.
What’s on offer for you?

• Total remuneration value of up to $514,421 p.a. (Dependent on experience)
• Professional Development Leave 3.6 weeks p.a.
• Professional Development Allowance ($21,000 p.a.)
• Motor Vehicle Allowance
• Fantastic lifestyle opportunities in a lovely subtropical region
• Short flight from Brisbane
• Beautiful city location
• A 40-minute drive to sail, dive, swim, kayak, surf or paddleboard the beautiful blue ocean and world-renowned sandy beaches.
• See and experience first-hand the diverse marine and wildlife.
• A supportive environment for career progression and development
• An ability to live and work close to home
• A strong attitude to teaching and supportive staff

About the Hospital
Rockhampton Hospital is a 305-bed facility and is the main referral hospital for Central Queensland. Specialist Medical Services include Emergency Medicine, General Medicine, Cardiology, Renal Medicine, Palliative Care, Psychiatry, Rehabilitation, Geriatric Medicine, Paediatrics, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Urology, ENT, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Intensive Care and Anaesthesia. There are also a range of clinical services provided on a visiting basis from tertiary hospitals in Queensland. A new Cancer Care Unit provides care for local patients, with state-of-the-art equipment and services.
The Blood Borne Virus and Sexual Health Service (BBV&SH) within Rockhampton provides assessment, screening, diagnosis, and treatment as well as prevention education to the identified at risk population. The BBV (HIV and Hep C/B) service provides medical and nursing care, treatment, support and education for people living with BBVs and their family/partner. The BBV&SH service facilitates an integrated model of care with other health care providers and organisations
Essential criteria

• Registration or eligibility for registration as a Specialist in Infectious Diseases with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency. In general, this will require Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in the speciality of Infectious Diseases or support from the College for Staff Grade Infectious Diseases Physician status.

Applicants should be registered (or eligible for registration) as a specialist with the Medical Board of Australia and be a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) or equivalent as an overseas trained specialist who has completed their training in either the UK, Ireland, Canada, USA (ABIM certified) or New Zealand.
Location in detail
Rockhampton’s colonial history can be seen in its palm tree-lined streets and grand old heritage buildings – some of which have been lovingly restored to give the city a real ‘Aussie’ charm, creating a real sense of community. The region offers a superb lifestyle and a healthy family environment with a range of cultural, recreational and sporting activities.
Real estate prices are affordable with a choice of town, coast or country living. Stroll along the river, drive out to the coast exploring the many beaches, discover Carnarvon National Park, spend time enjoying the galleries and botanic gardens, as well as the Great Barrier Reef - the lifestyle is peaceful and serene here.
***To note - We have a dedicated Registration Team who seamlessly manage all aspects of your regulatory and temporary work visa applications after you accept a suitable job offer, at no cost to you. Our aim is to get you ready to start work within agreed timeframes and with minimal hassle to you or your new employer.***
Please get in touch with a copy of your CV or simply email for more information. We would love to hear from you.