At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead medical services and clinical governance in a dynamic rural healthcare environment.
- Company: Join a supportive health service dedicated to community wellbeing in Central Queensland.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, professional development, work/life balance, and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities and a chance to develop high-performing teams.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare while enjoying a laid-back lifestyle in Emerald.
- Qualifications: MBBS or equivalent, with fellowship in relevant medical colleges preferred.
This is a critical leadership role responsible for the Medical Services and Clinical Governance across the Central Highlands to meet organisational and community needs. Working closely with the General Manager and Executive Director, you will be an authority on medical services for rural sites and provide expert advice in resolving complex, clinical, medico-legal, ethical, and operational challenges.
In addition to the clinical role of a General Practitioner or a Rural Generalist, as a medical leader you will promote a quality-improvement culture as a core member of the Central Highlands management team. You will be involved in developing high-performing teams capable of providing healthcare to consumers across a large and diverse geographical area.
The Central Highlands attract people from all walks of life and many remain to settle in the area. Its strong economy, expanding infrastructure projects and friendly, laid-back lifestyle offer employment and security while allowing free time for families and recreation.
Emerald Hospital is located 300 km west of the Queensland coastline. The surrounding community has a population of approximately 28,000, with 15,000 residents in Emerald. Three multipurpose health services (MPHS) hospitals lie within 100 km, at Blackwater, Springsure and an indigenous community at Woorabinda. Emerald Hospital is a 36-bed facility that has two operating theatres and approximately 160 staff delivering acute, community and primary care services. About 300 to 400 babies are born at the hospital each year. Emerald Hospital has recently obtained accreditation for medical officer training with the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine and the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
Essential Criteria
- Mandatory qualification/s: MBBS or equivalent, eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
- Fellowship of either the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM) or Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP), or fellowship of another appropriate Australian specialist college.
- Enrollment and maintenance of an ongoing CPD program with the appropriate bodies.
Non-mandatory qualifications/requirements:
- Advanced skills training would be looked upon favourably.
- AFRACMA or FRACMA would be looked upon favourably – there are opportunities to attain specialist medical administration training while in the role.
The Package
- Up to $554,152 p.a. (L27)
- Up to $526,821 p.a. (L25)
- Up to $448,006 p.a. (L18)
Includes:
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- Annual leave loading 17.5%
- Salary packaging
- Work/life balance, variety, and flexibility
- Employee Assistance Program
Additional benefits to this role include:
- Professional Development Leave (3.6 weeks p.a.)
- Professional Development Allowance ($21,000 p.a.)
- Motor Vehicle Allowance
- Over-time and on-call allowances
- Clinical / Medical Managers Allowance
- Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance (Granted Private Practice arrangements)
- Inaccessibility allowance $20,700 or 100% paid after twelve months completion period. 25% paid in three monthly installments thereafter.
Director Medical Services employer: Livingin Australia
Skilled Medical is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its staff. With competitive remuneration, generous travel allowances, and comprehensive meal benefits, employees can enjoy a fulfilling career while making a meaningful impact in both rural and metropolitan communities across Victoria. The company also provides online training opportunities, ensuring that registrars are well-equipped to excel in their roles.
