About us:

The Capricorn Coast Hospital is based in Yeppoon, a coastal town in Central Queensland, Australia. Yeppoon is renowned for its beaches, tropical climate, and the islands out on the bay. Twenty-five minutes from the city of Rockhampton, Yeppoon is the principal town on the Capricorn Coast, a string of seaside communities stretching more than 150 kilometres from north to south, in which approximately 37,000 people live.

About the role:

The Senior Medical Officer (Rural Generalist or Provisional Fellow) provides high quality medical services to the Capricorn Coast Hospital and Health Service. This is your chance to join a welcoming, energetic and experienced team providing great care to the beautiful Capricorn Coast.

About you:

MBBS or equivalent eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.

• Current ALS Certification. Enrolment and maintenance of ongoing CME program with the appropriate bodies.

While not mandatory, the following would be preferred/highly regarded:

• Fellowship of either the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine or Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP), or evidence of acceptance as an ACRMM or RACGP trainee.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Rural General Practice or AST in Emergency or equivalent qualifications and experience.
• Current certificates in ACLS, APLS and EMST.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $507,245 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary rate between $187,569 - $193,436 p.a. (L13-L14)
• A salary rate between $187,569 - $216,643 p.a. (L13-L18)
• A salary rate between $216,643 - $259,072 p.a. (L18-L25)
• A salary rate between $251,642 - $259,072 p.a. (L24–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) RK5J667040

Applications close: Wednesday, 3 December 2025

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