Are you a dedicated and compassionate Senior Medical Officer seeking a rewarding career that goes beyond the ordinary? Look no further than Weipa – a hidden gem in the heart of Far North Queensland, where the medical industry meets an extraordinary lifestyle. Join our team of passionate healthcare professionals in Weipa and experience the perfect blend of professional fulfilment and a lifestyle that dreams are made of
Tell me more...Make a valued contributiontowards implementing a low risk birthing service at the Weipa Integrated Health Service. You will work collaboratively with the Midwifery Group Practice to deliver patient centred, high quality and culturally safe antenatal, post-natal, and soon, intrapartum care for the women and families of the Western Cape.
Professional and personal motivators!
As a medical practitioner working in Weipa, 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 ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme ) in relocation benefits. Please refer to the guideline located on the Attraction Incentives website ( https://www.healthycareers.health.qld.gov.au/attraction-incentives ) to view eligibility and conditions.
This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link - Workforce attraction incentive scheme | Careers (health.qld.gov.au) ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme )
Torres and Cape will give you a career with purpose, plus excellent benefits and allowances;
- Base comprising salary between $176,802 - $258,910 p.a – you may be eligible for additional benefits Medical salaries | Careers (health.qld.gov.au) ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/medical-careers/salary-and-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 Salary packaging | Careers (health.qld.gov.au) ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/salary-and-benefits/salary-packaging ).
- Professional Development: Our training is recognised as some of the best in the world.
- 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
- Immerse yourself in nature, from the outback to tropical rainforests, coral reefs and extraordinary landscapes. See Cape York geographical map (PDF) ( https://qheps.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0023/2901443/tchhs-cape-york-map.pdf )
- Short commute to work, allowing greater work/life balance
- Rich Indigenous Culture
- Imagine yourself here? Find out about Torres and Cape HHS ( https://www.torres-cape.health.qld.gov.au/ ) and the Cooktown and Cape York ( https://www.tropicalnorthqueensland.org.au/where-to-go/cape-york ) regions on the Tropical North Queensland website.
Professional and personal qualities TCHHS are looking for;
- Demonstrated 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 ability to function in a multidisciplinary team and to provide leadership within the team.
Refer to role description for Torres and Cape HHS Values- Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage
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