Overview
Staff Specialist – Emergency Medicine
Permanent | Full-time or Part-time
Location: Tropical North Queensland
Remuneration up to $603,633 p.a.
The Opportunity
We are seeking passionate and dedicated Emergency Physicians to join a busy, well-supported Emergency Department in regional Tropical North Queensland. This is a rare opportunity to combine a challenging and rewarding clinical role with an enviable lifestyle offering year-round sunshine, pristine beaches, and a welcoming regional community.
As a Staff Specialist in Emergency Medicine, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality emergency care across a diverse and stimulating case mix. You will also contribute to teaching, supervision, service development, and patient safety and quality improvement initiatives.
The Emergency Department manages approximately 50,000 presentations annually, with:
* ~25% paediatric presentations
* Significant trauma exposure
* Regional referral responsibilities, including:
* Aeromedical retrievals
* Telehealth support to surrounding rural and remote hospitals
Clinical Support Includes
* 15-bed Emergency Short Stay Unit
* Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory
* Modern imaging and diagnostic services
You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the planning and development of a brand-new Emergency Department, helping shape the future of emergency care for the region.
Remuneration & Benefits
* Total remuneration up to $603,633 p.a., depending on experience and appointment level
* Base salary
* Allowances
* Employer superannuation (12.75%)
* Professional indemnity cover
* Annual leave loading
* On-call and overtime where applicable
Professional Development
* Generous professional development allowance
* 3.6 weeks professional development leave per year
* Strong support for education, training, and career progression
Training & Career Progression
* Accredited for:
* 12 months ACEM Fellowship training
* 2 months AST training (ACRRM & RACGP)
* ACEM Certificate, Diploma, and Advanced Diploma pathways
* Flexible rostering to balance clinical, academic, and lifestyle priorities
* Opportunities to work within innovative models of care, including:
* Hospital in the Home (HITH)
* Geriatric Emergency Department Intervention (GEDI)
* Integrated community health teams
This is a modern 190-bed regional referral hospital providing trauma services and most major medical and surgical specialties. Facilities include:
* Regional trauma referral service
* Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory
* 14-bed Emergency Short Stay Unit
* Access to aeromedical retrieval services
* Well-resourced medical library with online and print journals
About the Location
Located in Tropical North Queensland, this thriving regional city supports a population of over 180,000 and boasts a diverse economy spanning healthcare, tourism, agriculture, and mining.
You'll Enjoy
* Easy access to the Great Barrier Reef and Whitsundays
* Stunning beaches, rainforests, and national parks
* Affordable housing and excellent schooling options
* A vibrant food, cultural, and sporting scene
* Direct transport links to Brisbane and other major centres
It's an ideal destination for clinicians seeking career progression without sacrificing lifestyle.
Your Profile
* FACEM (or equivalent) with eligibility for Specialist Registration with AHPRA
* Committed to patient safety, clinical excellence, and continuous improvement
* Passionate about teaching, supervision, and mentoring junior medical staff
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative emergency medicine environment
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