Senior Medical Officer (Cooktown)

To work within a remarkable ‘corner’ of Australia and make a significant contribution to improving the health and wellbeing of the local communities within the Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service and to become a valued member of a dynamic rural health care team that provides quality and culturally appropriate medical services. Cooktown MPHS also services the local cluster communities including Hope Vale, Wujal Wujal and Laura.

Tell me more... Working in the Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service is more than a job, it is a great opportunity to challenge yourself, become an integral member of the local community, develop collaborative relationships with other health professionals and be a part of improving indigenous health outcomes by providing comprehensive health services.

This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link - Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Scheme ( https://www.healthycareers.health.qld.gov.au/attraction-incentives )   (only if applicable)

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Competence and capability in primary rural medical practice (particularly hospital based practice and/or primary health) and in the relevant advanced skill(s) if appointed as a Rural Generalist or Provisional Fellow.
• Demonstrated skill in trauma management, general and emergency medicine.
• Ability to function in a multidisciplinary team and to provide leadership within the team.
• Experience in education and training of medical staff and/or medical students.

If this sounds like the right fit for you, Torres and Cape can offer you:

• Base salary comprising between $176 802.00 - $258 910.00 pa
• Generous employer contribution to superannuation (12.75%)
• Salary packaging option to increase your take home pay
• Great support team 
• Accommodation and Reloication 

Requirements for the role:

• Hold registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Medial Board of Australia.
• The position requires the incumbent required to undergo the credentialing and scope of clinical practice process in accordance with TCHHS policy.
• You are required to maintain the credentials which the employer determines are necessary for you to perform your duties within the scope of your clinical practice.

For additional information regarding the responsibilities, mandatory qualifications and/or other requirements for this position please refer to the role description.

About Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Services visit TCHHS website ( https://www.torres-cape.health.qld.gov.au/careers )

How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.

Do you need more information? Simply call the contact person listed on the role description.

Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies