About us:

Rockhampton Hospital has a 17 bed General Paediatric Ward, as part of new development and a 6 bed Special Care Nursery (this is expanding to 12 beds in the near future). It is the hub centre for Central Queensland, accepting referrals in consultation with the Paediatrician and Qnets of children and neonates who can be managed within the resources available.

The hospital has a busy Paediatric outpatient's department reviewing a wide variety of paediatric conditions and includes a diabetic clinic. Outreach clinics are undertaken to towns in the region, including an Aboriginal Community. It is planned to expand these services.

About the role:

The Principal House Officer or Registrar - Paediatric post provides excellent teaching in a supportive environment. Are you looking for Paediatricians who take a real interest in your learning and welfare? Are you looking for a post where you would thrive in a vibrant, happy paediatric team? Are you looking for a position that offers an array of endlessly interesting frontline Paediatric diagnoses? Look no further, this post is for you.

Your role will involve supporting the Senior Medical Staff in ensuring the Paediatric services provided by the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service, Rockhampton Hospital, are of the highest standard and delivered in an efficient and effective manner.

About you:

• Evidence of successful completion of IELTS or equivalent English Language test results within the last year
• Evidence of successful completion AMC MCQ (part 1) examination
• Evidence of recency of clinical practice, supported by current references

• Where qualifications were obtained outside Australia, the candidate must be eligible for registration with AHPRA (Level 3 Supervision) and provide the following:
• Current Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) and Neoresus certification.

• MBBS or equivalent to be eligible for registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia, Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) at Level 3 supervision.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $169,083 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary rate between $125,808 - $138,571 p.a. (L4-L7)
• A salary rate between $125,808 - $145,865 p.a. (L4-L9)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Professional Development Leave and Allowances (1.6 weeks per annum)
• Overtime and on call allowances
• Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
• 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 submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Junior Medical Workforce @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5B623219

Applications close: Wednesday, 12 March 2025

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