Townsville Hospital and Health Service, is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island. We operate 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.
Townsville University Hospital, the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, provides specialist referral services for 700,000 people living in the region.
We are planning and innovating for the future, advancing healthcare through impactful research, training tomorrow’s health sector workforce.
Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?
Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.
Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".
Our values are:
Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement
We are seeking committed and passionate professionals to help us achieve our mission.
About the opportunity:
Position: Clinical Director - Responding to Acute Deterioration After Hours Unit
Vacancy: Fixed Term Temporary part-time 32 hours p.f. - 3 years
Location: Medical Education and Workforce Services, Corporate Services, Townsville University Hospital.
The Clinical Director of the Responding to Acute Deterioration After Hours (RADAH) Unit provides high level leadership, governance and medical education programs to the medical staff working with the RADAH Unit, as well as strategic direction for after hours care of patients at the Townsville University Hospital.
The RADAH Unit has been established to ensure that there is supervision, training and education of After-Hours Junior Doctors to support the safe care of Townsville University Hospital patients after hours
Your contributions will be valued and impactful.
Enjoy a generous remuneration package including:
- Salary range: $100.78 to $127.77 p.h. (L18 - L27)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Motor vehicle allowance between $21,000 and $25,500 p.a.
- Attraction and retention incentive allowance (50% base salary)
- Professional development allowance of $21,500 p.a. + 3.6 weeks p.a. leave
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
Why Choose Us?
- Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements.
- Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Requirements:
- Qualified as a medical practitioner, qualifications in critical and/or acute care speciality areas and current registration and / or eligible for registration as a specialist with the Medical Board of Australia.
- 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.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession of providing exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.
Apply now if you want to help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Jon Hodge (07) 4433 5059
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV618922
Applications close: Thursday, 6 March 2025
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Documents
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