Queensland

Are you an Arthroplasty and Sports Knee fellowship trained orthopaedic surgeon looking for real work life balance, 300 days of sunshine a year, minimal commute or traffic jams, outdoor activities on your doorstep including camping, fishing, hiking, 4WD and snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef? Then this is the job you’ve been waiting for. Join our friendly team of subspecialists at Rockhampton Hospital and continue to grow our Orthopaedic service for the CQ community.  

About you: 
• MBBS or equivalent eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia. 
• Registration or eligibility for registration as a Specialist in Orthopaedic Surgery with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency. This will require Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in the specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery, or equivalent recognised qualification. 
• Enrolment and maintenance of ongoing CME program with the appropriate bodies. 

What we offer: 
Salary information: 
Total remuneration value of up to $550,085 p.a. is comprised of: 
• An annual rate between $216,643 - $274,678 p.a. 
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution 
• 17.5% leave loading 

For assistance, contact Senior Medical Recruitment @ CQ Health and quote the JAR RK6D680691 
 
Apply via: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-RK6D680691

Applications close: Wednesday, 27 May 2026 

Posted on 21 April 2026

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape the future of trauma care in Far North Queensland. Cairns Hospital is seeking a highly experienced specialist clinician to take on the inaugural role of Clinical Director – Trauma Service, providing strategic, clinical and operational leadership in establishing a new multidisciplinary regional Trauma Service. 

Duties/Abilities 
Cairns Hospital manages a growing volume of complex trauma patients from across the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service and the Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service. With planned capital expansion underway, this role will lead the development and implementation of a Level 3 accredited Trauma Service, delivering coordinated, high quality trauma care across a vast geographic region. 

As a Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service employee, not only will you receive competitive remuneration, you will also have access to: 
• Generous superannuation 
• Salary packaging 
• Annual incremental increases 
• Career training and development 
• Flexible work arrangements 
• Wellness programs 

Further your experience by joining our dedicated team at Cairns Hospital, Apply Now! 

Enquiries: Deborah Clark 
 
Job Ad Reference: CAH680399 
 
Application Details: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-CAH680399

Closing Date: 20th May 2026

Posted on 16 April 2026

Location: Department of Orthopaedics, Bundaberg Hospital 
 
Remuneration: 
We are offering a competitive remuneration package value up to $574,115 p.a., including salary rates between $216,643 - $274,678 p.a., generous employer superannuation (up to 12.75%), salary sacrifice perks and flexible rostering for optimal work/life balance. Job Ad Reference: H2603WB679705 
 
• The Clinical Director of Orthopaedic will provide expert clinical leadership and oversight to ensure the delivery of high performing orthopaedic surgery and trauma services, in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. They will ensure the provision of high value, safe, and high quality clinical care to patients. 
• The Clinical Director of Orthopaedic Surgery will collaborate with the Executive Director Bundaberg to strategically plan and deliver an effective and efficient orthopaedic service for Bundaberg and Hospital catchment area. The Clinical Director of Orthopaedic Surgery role encompasses all the roles described in the CanMEDs framework. This includes research activities as well as teaching the health professionals of the future. 
 
Enquiries: Jan-Adele Hotz (07) 4150 2104 
 
Job Ad Reference: H2603WB679705 
 
Application Details: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-H2603WB679705 
 
Closing Date: Thursday, 30th April 2026

Posted on 8 April 2026

Townsville University Hospital  
Temporary Full-time (12 months) – Minimum 0.50 FTE 
 
Townsville University Hospital is seeking a motivated Trauma Fellow to join the Trauma Connect Project, an initiative aimed at strengthening trauma capability across North Queensland. As the region’s Major Trauma Service, TUH provides tertiary Neurosurgical, Cardiothoracic, Hepatobiliary and Paediatric care, offering broad exposure to complex multisystem trauma. 
 
About the role 
 
Working closely with senior clinicians, including the Trauma Clinical Lead, you will contribute to coordinated and longitudinal trauma care across the North Queensland catchment. This joint clinical and research role includes: 
 
• Delivering high quality trauma care within a multidisciplinary environment 
• Supporting the Trauma Connect Project through education, case review, clinical liaison and service improvement 
• Contributing to trauma research and participating in regional capability building 
• Strengthening trauma pathways across prehospital, retrieval, inpatient and rehabilitation settings 
 
This position may suit candidates wishing to maintain a concurrent specialty role. A minimum 0.50 FTE commitment is required, with flexibility depending on scope and training needs. 
 
About You 
 
The ideal candidate will: 
 
• Be eligible for membership of FRACS, FANZCA, FACEM, FCICM or an equivalent specialty involved in trauma care 
• Demonstrate strong clinical capability in acute care and multisystem trauma management 
• Have an interest in trauma research, service development and improving trauma care in regional and remote settings 
• Value collaborative practice and multidisciplinary teamwork 
• Be motivated to develop advanced trauma skills and contribute to system level improvement 
 
Mandatory Requirements: 
 
Applicants must have: 
 
• MBBS or equivalent 
• Current registration or eligibility for registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia 
 
 Benefits 
 
• Competitive remuneration in accordance with Queensland Health Medical Officers’ Award 
• Salary packaging  
• Professional development leave and allowances 
• Research and academic support 
• Relocation assistance (where applicable) 
 
Enquiries: Dr Matan BenDavid – +61 7 4433 3823 | [email protected] 
Apply online: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV678580   
Applications close: Thursday, 14 May 2026 

Posted on 25 March 2026

Rockhampton, Central Queensland

Hillcrest Rockhampton Private Hospital is seeking a General Surgeon with a subspecialty interest in Colorectal Surgery to permanently relocate and establish a private practice partnership within a well-supported regional hospital.

This role offers the opportunity to build a sustainable colorectal practice within an established medical community and strong referral network, supported by Ramsay Health Care.

The Opportunity
You will have the opportunity to develop and grow a colorectal surgical practice within a comprehensive specialist network. The hospital provides support to assist with practice establishment and referral development, enabling you to focus on clinical care and service growth.

Key Benefits
• Opportunity to develop strong cross-referral relationships within an established and diverse medical community
• Onsite sessional consulting suites available, with basic secretarial support
• Assistance with marketing your practice to local GPs and medical specialists
• Support with establishing consulting rooms and practice infrastructure
• Relocation and short-term accommodation assistance available

About Hillcrest Rockhampton Private Hospital
Owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, Hillcrest Rockhampton Private Hospital is a 66-bed medical, surgical and mental health facility. The hospital comprises three wards, a theatre complex with four operating theatres, a three-stage recovery unit, a four-bed high dependency unit, specialist consulting suites and onsite diagnostic imaging.

Living and Working in Central Queensland
Rockhampton is a thriving regional city of 65,000, servicing a broader population of around 200,000. With affordable housing, excellent schools, minimal commute times and access to both coast and countryside, it offers an outstanding balance of lifestyle and professional opportunity.

Essential Criteria
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS)
• Specialist AHPRA registration
• Medicare provider number

Further Information
For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Fiona Hebbard, Chief Executive Officer
Hillcrest Rockhampton Private Hospital
T: (07) 4932 1211 | M: 0417 608 386
www.hillcrestprivate.com.au