An opportunity has become available for a Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Alcohol and Other Drugs Service) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 10,000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
About the role
Work across a specialist service which provides a range of treatments for severe and complex drug and alcohol individuals and families. The service provides a range of community based AOD programs and a Consultation Liaison service.
Requirements for the role
* Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B.
* Tuberculosis screening - to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required.
* Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed.
* MBBS or equivalent registrable with the Medical Board of Australia plus FRANZCP or equivalent acceptable to the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists and registrable as a Specialist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), or the ability to obtain such within the next 6 months.
* A Certificate in Addiction Psychiatry is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this role.
* Whilst not mandatory a relevant FAChAM qualification with Royal Australian College of Physicians is desirable.
* Certified copies of relevant qualification/s and registration must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
* Strong clinical and teaching experience in Addictions.
* The incumbent will be required to participate in an after-hours and on-call roster for Mental Health and Specialist Services.
Salary information
* Permanent full time or permanent part time
* Senior Staff Specialist: Base salary from $259,072 - $274,678 p.a (full time) or $124.13 - $131.61 p.h (part time)
* Staff Specialist: Base salary from $216,643 - $251,642 p.a (full time) or $103.80 - $120.57 p.h (part time)
* Up to 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
* Motor vehicle allowance
* Professional development allowance
* Granted private practice rights
Other benefits
* Overtime and on-call allowances
* Professional indemnity cover
* Professional development leave
* Annual leave loading
* Salary packaging
* Employee Assistance Program
* Work/life balance, variety and flexibility
About Gold Coast Health
* Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
* Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
* More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
* Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
* Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
* A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
* Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong.
How to Apply
Please click the Apply button to review the Role Description and submit your application utilising the Medical CV template provided by Wednesday, 20 May 2026.
Job Ad reference: GC681082