At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dedicated team in delivering top-notch healthcare to the vibrant Capricorn Coast community.
- Company: Capricorn Coast Hospital, a key health service provider in beautiful Yeppoon.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, relocation assistance, and generous leave entitlements.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for diverse clinical experiences across multiple facilities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in rural healthcare while enjoying stunning beaches and a supportive community.
- Qualifications: MBBS or equivalent, strong clinical skills, and commitment to ongoing professional development.
The predicted salary is between 193191 - 199233 $ per year.
Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service – Yeppoon QLD. Capricorn Coast Hospital is just 25 minutes from Rockhampton and sits at the heart of a stunning stretch of coastline, home to around 37,000 people. The hospital delivers a wide range of health services, from 24-hour emergency care and acute inpatient services to maternity, paediatrics, rehabilitation, palliative care, mental health, allied health and Indigenous health services.
About the role: As our Senior Medical Officer, you'll join a welcoming, experienced team delivering high-quality care across the beautiful Capricorn Coast. Provide professional leadership, support the development of Registrars, RMOs and medical students, and work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver great care to the local community. Opportunities to work across larger and smaller facilities can broaden your clinical experience, challenge your skills and introduce you to different communities.
About you: You hold an MBBS or equivalent qualification and are eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia, with current ALS certification and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Rural, emergency or general practice experience is highly regarded. Strong clinical skills across general and emergency medicine, with the ability to confidently manage trauma and the broad range of presentations you'd expect in a rural hospital. Strong communication skills, sound judgement and the ability to work collaboratively across a multidisciplinary team are key to your approach. Committed to quality, patient safety and better ways of working, with an interest in teaching, mentoring and supporting the development of medical staff and students. Fellowship or training with ACRRM or RACGP, along with qualifications such as APLS, EMST or FARGP, would be highly regarded.
What we offer: Total remuneration value of up to $564,663 p.a. is comprised of:
- A salary rate between $193,191 - $199,233 p.a.
- A salary rate between $193,191 - $223,136 p.a.
- A salary rate between $223,136 - $259,187 p.a.
- A salary rate between $266,839 - $282,912 p.a.
Additional Benefits:
- Professional Development Leave and Allowances ($22,145 p.a. / 3.6 Weeks)
- Motor Vehicle Allowance
- Overtime and on call allowances
- Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
- Inaccessibility allowance $13,800
- Relocation assistance (conditions apply)
- Accommodation assistance (conditions apply)
- Generous Salary Sacrificing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements: It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply: To apply, please submit the following:
- Your current CV or resume, including referees.
- A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
- Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
For assistance: Contact Senior Medical Workforce: ***************@health.qld.gov.au Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6J694205 Applications close: Sunday, 15 November 2026.
Senior Medical Officer in Yeppoon employer: Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service
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