About us:

Capricornia Offender Health Service (COHS) is responsible for the delivery of health service to Prisoner in the Capricornia Correctional Centre (CCC) and Capricornia Correctional Farm (CCF) including workcamps. COHS provides a health service to a fluctuating population of approximately 1200 male prisoners within CCC and CCF. The CCC receives and transitions prisoners on release from and to geographical locations north to Mackay; south to Gladstone, east to Capricorn Coast; and west to Central Highlands.

About the role:

The Senior Medical Officer position provides effective, efficient, and equitable medical services to prisoner clients of the Capricornia Offender Health Service (COHS). The Senior Medical Officer will work collaboratively with other medical officers and multidisciplinary teams to provide health care services to Prisoners.

About you:

• Current registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current annual practising certificate are mandatory for this position.

• L13 – L14 (Medical Officer without FRACGP/FACRRM);
• L13 – L18 (FRACGP / FACRRM),
• L18 – L25 (Advanced Credentialed Practice).

• MBBS or equivalent eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency.
• Registration or eligibility for registration in General Practice (FRACGP or FACRRM) is highly desirable. Qualifications will determine appointment levels:
• Advanced Life Support competency current or attained on employment.
• A demonstrated practice scope in, or completion of, or willingness to complete Opioid Substitution Treatment and Hep C prescriber course/s will be highly regarded.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $458,562 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary rate between $182,106 - $187,801 p.a. (L13-L14)
• A salary rate between $182,106 - $210,332 p.a. (L13-L18)
• A salary rate between $210,332 - $521,527 p.a. (L18-L25)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Professional Development Leave and Allowances ($21,500 p.a. / 3.6 Weeks)
• 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 Senior Medical Workforce @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5C626989

Applications close: Tuesday, 29 April 2025

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