Queensland

Bring your colorectal expertise to a role with genuine regional reach. Based at Rockhampton Hospital, CQ Health’s largest hospital and Central Queensland’s major referral hub, you’ll join a specialist surgical service with four theatres, two procedure rooms and a 6-bed ICU/HDU.

In this 6-month temporary role, you’ll manage acute and elective adult and paediatric cases, build on your colorectal interest, contribute to regional outreach and telehealth, and support surgical training, research and service improvement. 

With dedicated professional development support - including 3.6 weeks’ leave and a $22,145 p.a. allowance - plus motor vehicle, overtime, on-call and attraction and retention incentives, this is an opportunity to step into a role that offers both clinical breadth and strong support for your continued practice.

About you:
• Hold specialist qualifications and registration, including MBBS (or equivalent), eligibility for General Surgery specialist registration with AHPRA (generally FRACS) and ongoing CME participation.

What we offer:
Salary information:
Total remuneration value of up to $564,939 p.a. is comprised of:
• A salary between $223,136 -$282,912 p.a.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

For assistance, contact Medical Recruitment @ CQ Health and quote RK6I692851.

Applications close: 01/11/2026

Apply: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-RK6I692851

Posted on 21 September 2026

Our Orthopaedic Department is a friendly, supportive team covering arthroplasty, sports, foot and ankle, hand, shoulder and spine. With five theatres and a procedure room in Rockhampton, plus three theatres in Gladstone, there’s plenty of opportunity to operate, teach and grow.

We’re seeking an Upper Limb fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Surgeon to provide elective and trauma care, contribute to teaching, research and quality improvement, and help expand our regional service.

Enjoy 300 days of sunshine, minimal commuting, affordable housing and adventure on your doorstep, plus competitive regional incentives, a 1:7 on-call roster and flexible Full or Part Time options.

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 AHPRA. 
• FRACS in the specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery, or equivalent recognised qualification.

Salary information:
Total remuneration value of up to $564,938 p.a. is comprised of:
• A salary rate between $223,136 - $282,912 p.a.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

For assistance, contact Medical Recruitment @ CQ Health and quote the (JAR) RK6I692661

Applications close: Thursday, 15 October 2026

Application details: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-RK6I692661

St Andrew’s Toowoomba Hospital | Toowoomba, Queensland

St Andrew’s Toowoomba Hospital is seeking expressions of interest from an experienced General Surgeon interested in establishing or expanding a private surgical practice in Toowoomba.

St Andrew’s is a progressive, not-for-profit private hospital providing comprehensive acute medical, surgical, cancer, cardiac, mental health and rehabilitation services to Toowoomba and the wider Darling Downs region.

This opportunity would suit an established General Surgeon considering relocation, or a surgeon seeking to develop a substantial private practice with the support of an experienced regional private hospital.

Significant establishment support is available and may include:
• Financial/income support during the practice establishment period
• Relocation and accommodation assistance
• Consulting rooms and practice establishment support
• Practice management, staffing and administrative support
• Equipment and IT infrastructure
• Dedicated GP and specialist referral development
• Marketing and business development support

Our Business Development team works closely with new specialists to establish referral relationships throughout Toowoomba, the Darling Downs and surrounding regional communities.

The successful surgeon will join an established multidisciplinary specialist community with access to experienced nursing, allied health, anaesthetic and hospital support services.

Why Toowoomba?
Located approximately 90 minutes from Brisbane, Toowoomba offers an attractive combination of professional opportunity and lifestyle, with excellent schools, universities, sporting and recreational facilities, affordable housing and a strong medical community.

Applicants should hold, or be eligible for, specialist registration with AHPRA and appropriate specialist surgical qualifications including FRACS or recognised equivalent.

Confidential enquiries are welcome.

We would be pleased to discuss the opportunity, potential practice model and establishment support available with interested surgeons.

Ken Hilliard
[email protected]
0404 554 472

Posted on 1 September 2026