Overview
We\'re seeking a Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine (ICU) with FCICM to be based in Rockhampton, Central Queensland - a regional city which offers an ideal lifestyle and is the southern gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.
Benefits
* 12 month appointment with the possibility of extension
* Fantastic lifestyle in subtropical Queensland
* Competitive remuneration package up to AUD$528k depending on experience
* Overtime & on-call allowances are in addition to the package above
* Coastal living with islands, waterways and beaches, as well as national parks and Great Barrier Reef
* Excellent schooling options and very family friendly
* Main referral hospital for Central Queensland
The Role and Hospital
The Intensive Care Unit provides Intensive Care Services for the city of Rockhampton and the district - including Gladstone, Emerald, Biloela and Longreach. As a regional facility the Department provides care to a mix of adult and paediatric patients with 450-650 presentations a year, including 60-100 paediatric admissions per year.
The Department is a state-of-the-art facility, currently with 10 beds with capacity to increase to 14 beds. Staffing consists of 1 Director, 1 Deputy Director, 3.5 Staff Specialists, 2 Senior Registrars, 6 Registrars and 1 Junior House Officer. As a busy regional unit care is provided to a wide variety of presentations including trauma, challenging medical, oncology and surgical cases and paediatrics.
Rockhampton Hospital is a 305-bed facility and is the main referral hospital for Central Queensland. Specialist Medical Services include Emergency Medicine, General Medicine, Cardiology, Renal Medicine, Palliative Care, Psychiatry, Rehabilitation, Geriatric Medicine, Paediatrics, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Intensive Care and Anaesthetics. There are also a range of clinical services provided on a visiting basis from tertiary hospitals in Queensland.
Requirements
Applicants should be registered (or eligible for registration) as a specialist with the Medical Board of Australia and Fellowship of the College of Intensive Care Medicine of Australia and New Zealand (FCICM).
The Location
Rockhampton's colonial history can be seen in its palm tree-lined streets and grand old heritage buildings – some of which have been lovingly restored to give the city a real "Aussie" charm, creating a real sense of community. The region offers a superb lifestyle and a healthy family environment with a range of cultural, recreational and sporting activities. Real estate prices are affordable with a choice of town, coast or country living. Stroll along the river, drive out to the coast exploring the many beaches, discover Carnarvon National Park, spend time enjoying the galleries and botanic gardens, as well as the Great Barrier Reef - the lifestyle is peaceful and serene here.
Brisbane is just a short 1 hour flight from Rockhampton\'s local airport.
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