About the work unit / facility

The Medical Education and Workforce Services (MEWS) team for the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is based locally at the Townsville University Hospital. We are a Centralised Service coordinating and supporting all Medical Employment and Education and provide a significant consulting role to a developed organisation of Service Groups, Shared Service Providers and both internal and external stakeholders. The MEWS team is an integral part of the Townsville HHS Administration and Executive team.

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville HHS organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $105,568 to $114,861 p.a. (AO5)
• 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity

Coordinate and manage credentialing and scope of clinical practice processes and provide high level administrative support and advice to the professional leads of Medical, Dental, Nursing and Allied Health to ensure all identified health professionals are credentialed and have a defined scope of clinical practice (SoCP) to support the delivery of safe and high quality health care within the Townsville HHS.

Provide expert advice and secretariat support to the Credentialing and Scope of Clinical Practice Committee (the Committee) on policy interpretation to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and national standards to minimise any risks to the Townsville HHS.

Contact: Joanne Kilty on (07) 4433 1066.

Requirements:

• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV648611 by 28/07/2025

No recruitment agency applications.

Refer to the Role Description for application/interview preparation and future reference.