Senior Medical Officer - Obstetrics (Cooktown)

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.#CareerUpHereJob details Position status Permanent,Casual
Position type Full-time,Part-time
Occupational group Health - Medical
Classification L13-L27
Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld
Job ad reference QLD/TC550968
Closing date 17-May-2024
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Contact person Natasha Coventry
Contact details (07) 4043 0116
Access theTell me more...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.Professional and personal motivators!As a medical practitioner working in Cooktown, your expertise, skills and dedication play a crucial role in providing quality care and ensuring positive outcomes for patients across the Torres and Cape.You'll work in diverse and supportive environments that offer attractive lifestyle opportunities and experiences, enabling you to make valuable contributions to small communities. These communities will help you grow, connect, learn and create life-defining experiences that will shape who you are as a health professional and a person.If you make the move to a Torres and Cape remote location, you may be eligible for up to $70,000 in relocation benefits. Please refer to the guideline located on the to view eligibility and conditions.Torres and Cape will give you a career with purpose, plus excellent benefits and allowances;

• Base comprising salary between $176,802 - $258,910 per annum - you may be eligible for additional benefits
• Competitive salary packaging: In addition to a base wage, we also provide a generous employer superannuation contribution of 12.75% and have salary packaging options

. * Professional Development: Our training is recognised as some of the best in the world.

• Work / Life balance, variety and flexibility
• Generous leave entitlements including 17.5% loading on annual leave
• Relocation and accommodation incentives

Living within the Torres and Cape region means you will be able to enjoy:

• A warm climate
• Immersing yourself in nature, from the outback to tropical rainforests, coral reefs and extraordinary landscapes. See
• Short commute to work, allowing greater work/life balance
• Rich Indigenous Culture
• Imagine yourself here? Find out about

and the and regions on the Tropical North Queensland website.Professional and personal qualities TCHHS are looking for;

• 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.
• Ability to function in a multidisciplinary team and to provide leadership within the team.
• High level of communication skills in clinical practice and corporate functions.

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.

For additional information regarding the responsibilities, mandatory qualifications and/or other requirements for this position please refer to the role description.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.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .Please download the Role Description for your future reference. Please do NOT upload zipped files, pdfs created through MS Word 2007, tagged pdfs or protected documents. Accepted files: gif, bmp, png, rtf, txt, doc and docx.DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.Information Package for ApplicantsInformation Package for ApplicantsInformation Package for ApplicantsInformation Package for ApplicantsInformation Package for ApplicantsRole DescriptionJob search

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