Clinical Director (Orthopaedics)

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

Trauma Fellow

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

Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon)

Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon), ICU, Women's & Perioperative Services – Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service 

Besides the excellent work opportunities, Cairns offers a unique lifestyle suitable to a wide variety of interests. Cairns is in the heart of the tropical north and is the primary gateway to northern Australia. Cairns is an ideal base to explore the wider region with front door access to the Great Barrier Reef, rainforests and outback locations.

Duties/Abilities
As a Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist you will be a valued and passionate team member.  You will assist in the provision of an effective, efficient and equitable Plastic Surgery service providing expert medical leadership in Plastic Surgery that encourages innovation, patient and multidisciplinary team participation in treatment and care with the aim of achieving demonstrable improvement in service outcomes.

As a CHHHS 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: Dr Roxanne Wu

Reference: CAH677622

Application Details: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-CAH677622

Closing Date: 15.04.26

 

Posted on 13 March 2026 

General Surgeon - Colorectal

Hillcrest Rockhampton Private Hospital logo

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 

 
Posted on 13 March 2026

Principal House Officer - Orthopaedics

Location:  
Department of Orthopaedics
Division of Surgical Services
Mackay Hospital & Health Service

Position Status: Permanent Full-Time (76hrs p.f.) 

To participate in the provision, development, and maintenance of an effective, efficient, and equitable clinical service to hospital clients.

Time in the Department will present the opportunity to enhance your Orthopaedic knowledge and develop skills while contributing invaluably to the provision of patient care as a member of the MHHS Orthopaedic team.

The Department caters for a population of approximately 180,000, in addition to interstate and international tourists. The Orthopaedic Department performs approximately 2,300 theatre procedures per year – of which there are 1,500 emergency procedures.  The Outpatients Department has approx 80 patients in the Fracture Clinic and 50 new patients in the Orthopaedic clinic in one week.

Mackay Hospital and Health Service has 6 hospitals, 2 multi-purpose health services and 4 community health centres that employ more than 3,700 staff. The district covers an area of approx 90,000km2 and provides services to patients and their families in Bowen, Cannonvale, Clermont, Collinsville, Dysart, Glenden, Mackay, Middlemount, Moranbah, Proserpine and Sarina.

Enquiries: Dr Jonathan Smith 07 4885 7900

Job Reference: 
MK676125

Application Details: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-MK676125

Closing Date: 19.04.26

 

Posted on 19 February 2026