At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead geriatric medicine services and provide clinical leadership at Bundaberg Hospital.
- Company: Queensland Health, committed to quality healthcare in a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to $564,548 p.a., generous superannuation, and professional development support.
- Other info: Flexible work arrangements and opportunities for private practice in a vibrant community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older patients while enjoying a relaxed coastal lifestyle.
- Qualifications: Specialist qualifications in Geriatric Medicine and strong leadership skills.
Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.
Your opportunity:
The Staff Specialist (Geriatrician) position has been established to provide senior clinical leadership and specialist geriatric medicine services at the Bundaberg Hospital. The role is pivotal in leading contemporary models of care for frail older persons across acute, subacute, ambulatory, community and virtual settings.
Opportunity for Private Practice:
The successful candidate may have the opportunity to establish private practice outside of their WBHHS appointment with local private hospitals. The successful candidate may receive assistance and concessions with:
- Use of the local private hospital's sessional rooms to allow establishment of practice and referral pathways
- Assistance with credentialling and administrative support to commence private practice
- Introduction to local GP's, physicians and surgeons to facilitate referral pathways.
Find out more in the Role Description.
Our offer:
You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $564,548 p.a., comprising salary between $223,136 - $282,912 p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%), annual leave loading (17.5%), General Attraction and Retention Allowance, Regional and Rural Attraction Allowance, Motor Vehicle Allowance, Professional Development Allowance and Professional Development Leave. (L18 - L27) (Permanent Full Time, 80 hours p.f.) (Applications will remain current for 12 months).
Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:
- Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
- Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
- Access to extensive options to maximise your take-home pay
- Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave
- Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Wide Bay, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle. Bundaberg is the gateway to the Coral Coast region and has an enviable year-round climate. The city boasts excellent shopping, sporting, education and tourism facilities including Turtle Rookery.
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