About your employer Clinical Excellence The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions. Career Growth and Development We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU). Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities. Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle. Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages. Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements. * Base salary range: $103.80 - $131.61 p.h. (L18-L27) * Attraction and retention incentive allowance * Regional and rural attraction allowance * Motor vehicle allowance * Professional development allowance &. leave * 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading * 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation * Plus great Salary Packaging options About your opportunity Townsville is the tertiary referral centre for Northern Queensland. The Townsville Renal Unit is expanding its services, including the development of a dedicated home therapies unit. This full-time nephrology position is based in Townsville and is responsible for providing comprehensive renal services, including dialysis, outpatient care, inpatient consultations, and telehealth support. The role involves close liaison within the renal team to ensure coordinated and high-quality care across all service areas. The Staff Specialist is expected to deliver high-quality clinical and non-clinical services that benefit the patients and clients of the Townsville HHS. This includes contributing to research activities and teaching future health professionals. The role also involves leading and managing the provision of medical services in accordance with specialty standards, professional ethics, and Townsville HHS and Queensland Health policies, within both hospital and community settings. Requirements The successful candidate must hold specialist registration (or be eligible to hold) with AHPRA. Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP). Please refer to the Role Description for further details. Apply now and be part of something extraordinary! Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Dr George Kan on 0457 356 339. Applications close: Tuesday, 10 March 2026. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.