The Position

We are currently looking for a suitably experienced Clinical Director seeking a permanent role in Northern Queensland.

The North Queensland Kidney Transplant Service (NQKTS) will be dedicated to delivering state-of-the-art kidney transplantation to patients across an expansive catchment area covering five Hospital and Health Services (HHSs) in North Queensland. These encompass the Northwest region of Queensland, Cairns and the Hinterland, Torres Strait Island and Cape York, Mackay, and Townsville.

As a Clinical Director within this pioneering service, your responsibilities will include:

• Engaging in establishing and operating networked services, including outreach clinics spanning the five HHSs in North Queensland.
• Enhancing access to kidney transplant services for regional, rural, and remote populations in North Queensland, with a particular focus on improving the healthcare journey for First Nations patients.
• Provide clinical leadership and expertise in delivering a contemporary kidney transplant service which is patient-centric.

You will be at the forefront of leading, managing and delivering the provision of kidney transplant services, extending to hospital, community, and outreach settings.

Health Service

This is a great opportunity to join a health service that is passionate about improving the health and lives of the North Queensland community. Striving to be a leader in health care, research and education for regional Australia, and, as one of the region's largest employers. This health service is one of the most geographically dispersed catchments, supporting a population of almost 250,000 people. Home to North Queensland's only tertiary hospital, supporting a referral catchment of almost 700,000 people. Staff provide a person-centred approach to care, and we are passionate about living our values of integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and engagement in everything they do.

The Location

Boasting sun-kissed beaches, the Great Barrier Reef on its doorstep, and Magnetic Island just a ferry ride away, it's a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. With a thriving economy, top-notch educational institutions, and a diverse cultural scene this surreal location offers the perfect blend of lifestyle and opportunity. Experience the warmth of its people, indulge in culinary delights, and explore its rich heritage. Whether you seek adventure or tranquillity, you are promised an idyllic retreat in the heart of tropical paradise.

Up to $20,000 in incentive payments under the Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Incentive Scheme (conditions apply). ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme )

Essential Criteria

• Specialist Registration (or be eligible to hold) with AHPRA.
• FRACP or equivalent with speciality training in Adult Nephrology.
• Demonstrated experience in Acute Kidney Transplantation as a Consultant Nephrologist with it being highly desirable to have completed a recognised Fellowship in a Kidney Transplantation Centre.
• It is desirable that the candidate hold a Research Higher Degree or other Higher Degree.
• Pre-employment screening, including criminal history and VPD risk role compliance, will be conducted.

Generous Package up to $564,048 p.a. comprising:

• Salary range of $204,206 to $258,910 p.a. (L18-L27)
• 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.
• Attraction and retention incentive allowance (35%-50% base salary)
• Regional and rural attraction allowance (5% base salary)
• Motor vehicle allowance between $21,000 and $25,500 p.a.
• Professional development allowance of $21,500 p.a. + 3.6 weeks p.a. leave

Plus, a Clinical/Medical Managers Allowance will be paid fortnightly. 

Salary sacrificing options ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/employment/conditions/salary/sacrifice ) are also available.