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Fellow (Surgery)
Status: Fixed Term Temporary Full Time (Until 31 December 2023)
Participate in the provision, development and maintenance of a high quality, effective and efficient surgical service, while also contributing to the constant improvement of medical education and dissemination of knowledge to staff and consumers of the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service.
The successful candidate will assist with quality improvement, audit and service improvement with the Department of Surgery and dependent on qualifications/interests, there may be the opportunity to be involved with other teaching and research activities.
Salary Information (L4 – L9):
Total remuneration value of up to $156,676.76 p.a. is comprised of:
• A salary between $118,444 - $136,602 p.a.
• Up to 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• Annual leave loading 17.5%
Other Benefits Include:
• Generous Salary Sacrificing (conditions apply)
• Access to paid parental leave (conditions apply)
• Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate membership discounts
• Access to the Fitness Passport (conditions apply)
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.
Apply via: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-RK3A465402
Applications close: Monday, 30 January 2023
Contact: Dr Michael Lamparelli (07) 4920 6235
General Surgery Principal House Officer (Unaccredited Registrar Post)

Redcliffe Hospital is a busy outer metropolitan Hospital on the beautiful Redcliffe Peninsula, located 30 minutes north of Brisbane CBD. It has eight surgeons with various subspecialty interests – Colorectal, Upper GI, HPB and Breast and Endocrine Surgery. The hospital runs a very busy on-call service, and you will be guaranteed to experience a wide range of surgical emergencies from the very young to elderly population.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their skills in all facets of General Surgery and will provide surgical services in collaboration with senior staff. There is opportunity for professional development, research and education as well. The department actively supports getting suitably qualified candidate to the General Surgery Education and Training (GSET) programme.
This position would ideally suit applicants who have previous experience in a similar role and must have general registration with AHPRA or be eligible for same.
The position comes with an attractive Queensland Health Remuneration Package.
Applications will not be accepted via a third party.
Classification Level: L4 to L7
Enquiries to: Dr Chin Li (Jimmy) Tee – Director of Surgery chinli.tee@health.qld.gov.au or 0433759408
Principal House Officer or Registrar (Orthopaedics) (Bundaberg)
Location: Department of Orthopaedics, Bundaberg Hospital
Remuneration: Remuneration package value up to $15,931 per month., comprising salary between $4,458.40–$5,169.20 p.f., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%), annual leave loading (17.5%) and vocational training subsidy (L4-L9) (Temporary Full Time, 76 hours p.f., from date of appointment up to February 2024, with the possibility of extension.).
Job Ad Reference: H2301WB465365
Duties:
• This position description is general for all Registrars and Principal House Officers (PHO's) in the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service. Specific duties will vary dependent upon the clinical specialty and some will be negotiated with the relevant consultant, the Department of Orthopaedics and the individual. Each position is supervised by senior medical staff, although a reasonable degree of autonomy is expected. All Registrars and PHO's should provide leadership to junior residents working in the same clinical unit. The Bundaberg Hospital is a teaching hospital of the University of Queensland Rural Clinical School. Student placements occur throughout the year and medical staff is expected to work with the Clinical School in the education program.
Enquiries: Dr Peter Darcy (07)41502369
Job Ad Reference: H2301WB465365
Application Details: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-H2301WB465365
Closing Date: Monday, 20th February 2023
Registrar / Principal House Officer (Vascular Surgery)
Fixed Term Temporary Full-time commencing ASAP up to 12 months.
Remuneration package of up to $176,418 p.a., comprising base salary range of $116,316 - $134,861 p.a. (L4-L9), recreational leave loading (17.5%), and employer contribution to superannuation (12.75%). Vocational Training Program assistance (if applicable - L7-L9). Plus any other additional benefits relevant to the position.
About the role
This position will high quality clinical care to patients of the Vascular department at the Townsville University Hospital, supervision of junior medical staff including inpatient care and will include some responsibility for providing teaching to junior medical staff, medical students and allied health staff.
Skills and experience
• Knowledge of current medical practices and issues, and evidence of an appropriate level of expertise in the skills of the discipline.
• Ability to review, analyse and evaluate patient care for the identification of appropriate treatment and investigations.
• Ability to maintain accurate and complete medical records – clinical, administrative and statistical.
• Well-developed communication skills (written, oral and interpersonal skills) with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff and hospital clients from a variety of backgrounds.
Role requirements
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership (if applicable) with the appropriate registration authority or association.
• If appointee is not accepted into a recognised vocational college training program – employment will be as a Principal House Officer (PHO) and remuneration will be at PHO Level per fortnight (L4-L7).
• It is a mandatory condition of employment for the employee to be and remain vaccinated against COVID-19.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Enquiries Dr Ramesh Velu (07) 4433 2067
Job Ad Reference TV464301
For further information or to submit an online application:
https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV464301
Closing Date Thursday, 9 February 2023
Registrar or Principal House Officer (Orthopaedics)
Length: 12 months
Location: Rockhampton Hospital
We’re looking for Registrars and Principal House Officers to join our Orthopaedic Team at the Rockhampton Hospital!
This is your chance to assist the Director, Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeons and other Senior Medical Staff to ensure that Orthopaedic services provided by the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service are of the highest standard and delivered in an efficient and effective manner given available resources.
Salary Information:
Total remuneration value of up to $146,117 p.a. (L7) or $153,871 p.a. (L9) is comprised of:
• A salary between $116,316 - $134,861 p.a. (L4-L7; L4-L9)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading
Other Benefits Include:
• Professional Development Leave – 1 week p.a.
• Professional Development Allowance
• Generous Salary Sacrificing (conditions apply)
• Access to paid parental leave (conditions apply)
• Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate membership discounts
• Access to the Fitness Passport (conditions apply)
Enquiries to: Dr Ruth Varrall on (+617) 4920 6950
Apply via: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-RK2L463362
Applications close: Thursday, 12 February 2023
Registrar or Principal House Officer (Orthopaedics) (Hervey Bay and Maryborough)
Location: Department of Orthopaedics, Hervey Bay and Maryborough Hospitals
Remuneration: You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $157,823 p.a., comprising salary between $116,316 - $134,861 p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%), annual leave loading (17.5%) and Vocational Training Subsidy (L4-L9) (Several Temporary Full Time Positions, 76 hours p.f., for twelve months with the possibility of extension) (Applications will remain current for twelve months) Job Ad Reference H2211WB459378.
Duties:
• The Orthopaedic Principal House Officer will provide high quality medical care to patients and their carers in the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service, and provide leadership to junior medical officers, under the appropriate supervision of senior medical staff.
Enquiries: Dr Bandulasena Palapitige
Job Ad Reference: H2211WB459378
Application Details: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-H2211WB459378
Closing Date: Monday, 16th January 2023
Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Urology)
Generous remuneration package value up to $486,763 p.a., comprising base salary range of $188,800 - $239,377 p.a. (L18-L27), recreational leave loading (17.5%), employer contribution to superannuation (12.75%), professional development allowance, professional development leave (3.6 weeks p.a.), plus any other additional benefits relevant to the position. Level of appointment is dependent upon experience and advanced qualifications.
About the role
• Provide comprehensive surgical services across a wide range of pathologies and patient age within the Department of Urology.
• Provide support to the Director Urology in managing the medical workforce within the Urology Department.
• Manage the delivery of patient care in Urology including management of complex clinical situations.
• Lead education, research and training activities across your team(s).
Requirements
• Qualified as a medical practitioner with specialist qualifications and registration, or eligible for registration, as a specialist with the Medical Board of Australia in the appropriate discipline.
• Proof of qualification and registration or membership (if applicable).
• Candidates who will be obtaining fellowship in the near future are encouraged to apply. Appointment will be at a lower classification level until minimum requirements for the Staff Specialist classification are obtained.
• The successful applicant will be required to be accredited for both robotic assisted surgeries and potentially renal transplant if so interested.
• It is a mandatory condition of employment for the employee to be and remain vaccinated against COVID-19.
Enquiries: Dr Manuel (Jimmy) Yuhico on 07 4433 7721
Job Ad Reference: TV465341
For further information or to submit an online application: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV465341
Closing Date: Wednesday, 22 February 2023
Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Urology), ICU, Women's & Perioperative Services – Cairns, Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service
Cairns Hospital is a busy regional tertiary Hospital with a range of subspecialties including vascular, orthopaedics, plastic and reconstructive surgery, urology, and a level 5 adult Intensive Care Unit.
Duties/Abilities
Assist in the provision of an effective, efficient and equitable Urology service within the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service.
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against the following vaccine preventable diseases during their employment (Health Employment Directive No. 01/16):
• measles, mumps, rubella (MMR)
• varicella (chicken pox)
• pertussis (whooping cough)
• hepatitis B
• tuberculosis
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against COVID-19 (Health Employment Directive No. 12/21 and Queensland Health Human Resources Policy B70.
Enquiries
Dr Roxanne Wu – 07 4226 6355
Job Ad Reference
CAH463902
Application Details
Job search | Employment and jobs | Queensland Government (smartjobs.qld.gov.au)
Closing Date
22nd January 2023
Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist or Senior Medical Officer (Orthopaedics) (Hervey Bay and Maryborough)
Location: Department of Orthopaedics, Hervey Bay and Maryborough Hospitals
Remuneration: You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $430,003 p.a., comprising salary between $163,473 - $239,377 p.a., (L13–L27), motor vehicle allowance, professional development allowance, professional development leave 3.6 weeks p.a., professional indemnity cover and private practice arrangements. Overtime and on-call allowances will be negotiated with the successful applicant upon appointment. Superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) will be applied additionally to the total remuneration value. (Two Permanent Full Time, 80 hours p.f)
Duties:
• The role of the Staff Specialist is to provide high quality clinical and non-clinical services to directly or indirectly benefit the patients/clients of the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service. This includes research as well as teaching the health professionals of the future. In addition to the key responsibilities, the role of the Staff Specialist is to provide such services as may be reasonably directed from time to time by the Professional or Operational Manager
Enquiries: Dr Bandulasena Palapitige (07) 43256564
Job Ad Reference: H2212WB463708
Application Details: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-H2212WB463708
Closing Date: Monday, 6th February 2023
Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist or Senior Medical Officer or General Physician with Special Interest (Breast Health) (Bundaberg)
Remuneration: You will receive a competitive salary rate between $78.32 - $114.69 p.h. (L13–L27), motor vehicle allowance, professional development allowance, professional development leave 3.6 weeks p.a., professional indemnity cover and private practice arrangements. Overtime and on-call allowances will be negotiated with the successful applicant upon appointment. Superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) will be applied additionally to the total remuneration value. (Several Permanent Part Time positions, hours negotiable) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2301WB465935
Duties: To provide high quality breast screening and assessment services as a member of the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service BreastScreen Service multidisciplinary team, within the framework of the National Accreditation Standards, the National Policies of BreastScreen Australia and the Policies and Protocols of BreastScreen Queensland and Queensland Health.
Enquiries: Clara Jenkins (07) 4150 2803
Job Ad Reference: H2301WB465935
Application Details: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-H2301WB465935
Closing Date: Tuesday, 21st February 2023
Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Plastic Surgery)
Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Plastic Surgery)
Townsville University Hospital, Queensland
The role of the Specialist is to provide high quality clinical and non-clinical services to benefit the patients of the Townsville Hospital and Health Service. This includes research as well as teaching the health professionals of the future.
Candidates who will be obtaining fellowship in the near future are encouraged to apply. Appointment will be at a lower classification level until minimum requirements for the Staff Specialist classification are obtained.
About the role
• Provide comprehensive plastic surgery services across a wide range of pathologies and patient age within the Department of Plastic Surgery.
• Provide professional leadership in respect of the Plastics Department activities and in particular, your specialty team(s).
• Manage the delivery of patient care in the area of Plastic Surgery including management of complex clinical situations.
What's on offer?
Permanent Full-time.
Remuneration package of up to $486,763 p.a., comprising base salary range of $188,800 - $239,377 p.a. (L18-L27), recreational leave loading (17.5%), employer contribution to superannuation (12.75%), professional development allowance, professional development leave (3.6 weeks p.a.), Plus any other additional benefits relevant to the position. Level of appointment is dependent upon experience and advanced qualifications.
Requirements
• Qualified as a medical practitioner with qualifications in plastic surgery and current registration and / or eligible for registration as a specialist with the Medical Board of Australia.
• All applicants must be awarded SoCP by the THHS Credentialing and SoCP committee.
• It is a mandatory condition of employment to be and remain vaccinated against COVID-19.
Highly Desirable
• Ability to perform microsurgery for head and neck reconstruction, lower limb trauma and breast reconstructive surgery.
Enquiries Dr Atul Ingle (07) 4433 2067
Job Ad Reference TV460690
For further information or to submit an online application: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV460690
Closing Date Wednesday 18 January 2023
Staff Specialist or Senior Staff Specialist Orthopaedics
Townsville, Queensland
About your opportunity:
The Orthopaedics Services within Townsville University Hospital is currently seeking to recruit a Staff Specialist or Senior Staff Specialist to their team on a permanent full-time basis.
Candidates who will be obtaining fellowship in the near future are encouraged to apply. Appointment will be at a lower classification level until minimum requirements for the Staff Specialist classification are obtained.
Provide optimal patient care as a Surgeon in accordance with the standard of the specialty and the ethics of the profession.
The role of the Specialist is to provide high quality clinical and non-clinical services to benefit the patients of the THHS. This includes research as well as teaching the health professionals of the future.
Lead and manage the provision of medical services in accordance with the standard of the speciality, the ethics of the profession and in accordance with the THHS and Queensland Health (QH) policies, in a hospital, community and outreach setting.
Generous remuneration package value up to $486,763 p.a. comprising:
• Salary range of $7236.70 to $9175.30 p.f. (L18 – L27)
• 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.
Other employment benefits may include: professional development, salary sacrificing options, shift and locality allowances, employee wellness and assistance programs, and access to corporate discounts.
Requirements:
• It is a mandatory requirement to be and to remain vaccinated against COVID-19.
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership (if applicable) with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager prior to commencement of clinical duties.
• All applicants must be awarded SoCP by the THHS Credentialing and SoCP committee. All appointments are subject to maintenance of SoCP within the CSCF for the facilities in which clinical work is to be undertaken.
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis.
• 6-month probation period.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Interested..?
Contact: Dr Stephen Nicol on 07 4433 7721.
Apply ONLINE by: Sunday 26 February 2023.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Applications: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV466084
Surgical Fellowship – Surgical Oncology Breast and Endocrine
Applicants are expected to participate in a 1 in 3 on-call Fellows roster at Tweed Hospital sharing general surgical on-call duties with 2 other fellows in Upper GI and Colorectal. There are 10 General Surgeons at the Tweed/John Flynn Hospitals and is staffed by a full complement of Advanced Trainees in General Surgery. Expectations are that you will be involved in teaching supervising students and trainees.
Applicants should hold a FRACS; be eligible for registration with AHPRA and NSW Medical Board; have recently completed advanced training in general surgery. You will be encouraged to participate in clinical programs, initiate research, oversee Breast Outpatient and Breast Screening Assessment Clinics, and teach medical students.
To learn more about or apply this great opportunity contact Dr Nic Crampton (07) 5504 7263 or email manager@drcrampton.com.au.
The Gold Coast Aesthetic Fellowship Program
Our mentoring program allows Plastic Surgeons wishing to further build on skills gained during SET training to draw on the technical experience of senior surgeons. The Gold Coast Aesthetic fellowship is unique in that it is a “hands-on” fellowship with supervision provided by senior plastic surgery mentors with access to a large number of aesthetic cases.
All program applicants must have successfully completed the FRACS (plastics) or its equivalent.
More detailed information on the attached pdf. (PDF 128.99KB)
We would like to invite you to apply. Dr Layt (0418 210 020) and Dr Stradwick (0423 506 792) are available to discuss aspects of the program with interested surgeons.
Please forward your application consisting of CV and covering letter through to Fellowship Manager Kate Sullivan kate@breastacademy.com.au