Consultant/Specialist Internal Medicine

The role:
We are seeking a Consultant/Specialist in General Medicine to join a friendly rural setting in QLD.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Provide high quality inpatient and outpatient services
• Foster the development of expertise in General Medicine of physician trainees, resident medical officers, and medical students, and be involved in performance appraisal and feedback.
• Be part of a team that actively contributes to patient safety by following policies, procedures and protocols of the Hospital and Health Service.
• Excel in patient safety by active contribution to a framework of sound clinical governance.
• Live in a unique location
• Friendly community
• Regional, rural and remote $$$ incentives

Competitive pro rata remuneration package based on full-time equivalent value up to $671,316 p.a. comprising:

• 5 weeks annual recreational leave accumulation with 17.5% loading when taken
• Generous employer contribution to superannuation of 12.75%
• Attraction and retention incentive allowance of 35-50% base annual salary
• Regional and rural attraction allowance of 15% base annual salary
• Motor vehicle allowance
• Professional development allowance and leave of 3.6 weeks p.a.
• Inaccessibility allowance.
• Tax savings through salary sacrificing options are also available.
• Transfer and appointment expenses may be negotiated.
• Up to $70,000 in incentive payments may be available under the Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Incentive Scheme).

The Hospital:
The Hospital and Health Service covers an area of over 300,000 square kilometres and services the rural and remote communities, it has developed into the major referral hospital for the region, with smaller satellite hospitals. It offers primary, secondary and community health services in addition to specialist services such as anaesthetics, paediatrics, psychiatry, surgery and obstetrics & gynaecology. It also hosts a range of clinics in specialty and sub-specialty services.

Recently undergone huge redevelopment!!
 
Location:
Affectionately known as the 'oasis of the outback', it is a gleaming mirage on the horizon for travellers from all directions. A melting pot of culture and industry, home to the world's third largest rodeo.  It's grown from strength to strength over the years, it has ample places to fish, camp or relax and enjoy an outback sunset. The rugged terrain is a four-wheel-driver's haven, and visitors can explore the region just as the pioneers of the region did many years ago.
 
Skills/Qualifications:

• Hold current registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Medial Board of Australia.
• Fellow of The Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP).
• May require Travel.
• May require Shift Work.
• May require On Call.

How do I Apply?
Please forward your resume and cover letter to Nicki Wade at [email protected].
For more information about this and other opportunities, please call Nicki on 0401010048.