Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Geriatrician) (Hervey Bay)

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Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Eligible Applicants who move to Queensland from an interstate or international jurisdiction to take up permanent or temporary greater than 12 months employment may receive up to $20,000 incentive payments under the Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Scheme ( https://www.healthycareers.health.qld.gov.au/attraction-incentives )

Your opportunity:

  • Provide high-quality, expert clinical services in Geriatric Medicine, as part of the Hervey Bay Hospital Geriatric and Rehabilitation Services.

Prior to being made an offer of employment, you will be required to demonstrate immunity to the following Vaccine Preventable Diseases ( https://tinyurl.com/yc6pgyt2 )(VPD): Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (chicken pox) and Pertussis (whooping cough).

From 9th December 2019 all new employees will be required to be assessed for their risk of Tuberculosis (TB).  For further information regarding TB please visit Queensland Health website: Tuberculosis ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/clinical-practice/guidelines-procedures/diseases-infection/diseases/tuberculosis/screening/healthcare-workers-students )

Find out more in the Role Description.

Our offer:

You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $461,256 p.a., comprising salary between $204,206 - $258,910 p.a. (L18–L27), motor vehicle allowance, professional development allowance, professional development leave 3.6 weeks p.a., professional indemnity cover and private practice arrangements.  Overtime and on-call allowances will be negotiated with the successful applicant upon appointment. Superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) will be applied additionally to the total remuneration value. (Permanent Full Time, 80 hours p.f.) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2403WB549931

Other benefits include:  

  • Fantastic salary sacrificing ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/employment/conditions/salary/sacrifice ) benefits
  • Professional Development Allowance
  • Professional Development Leave
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Lower cost of living

Discover Fraser Coast   

The Fraser Coast ( https://tinyurl.com/y9akq67d ), known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed Fraser Island ( https://tinyurl.com/ybbbdrms ), the location of incredible whale watching ( https://www.visitfrasercoast.com/whales-hervey-bay/ ) encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of Maryborough ( https://tinyurl.com/yalscytm ).   

How to apply:

The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***

Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure

‘Care, connection and compassion for all'




6 April 2024
Location: Australia Queensland Wide Bay
Salary: As per State Award AUD per year
Work type:
Locum Tenens
PLEASE! No enquiries from Recruitment Agencies or Headhunters.

Only direct applications will be considered.

This career opportunity is no longer open.
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