Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Geriatrician), L18-L24, L25-L27, Integrated Care Services, Hervey Bay Hospital - H2512WB671610
Hervey Bay Hospital is seeking a passionate Geriatrician to join the Integrated Care team and make a difference in the lives of older Queenslanders. Bring your expertise in Geriatric Medicine to a dynamic team delivering integrated care for older adults across acute, rehabilitation, and community settings. You'll enjoy a supportive environment, competitive remuneration, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of patients and families. Hervey Bay offers a lifestyle that makes work-life balance not just possible, but natural. For professionals like healthcare specialists, the region combines rewarding career opportunities with a relaxed coastal environment.
Your Opportunity:
* The Geriatrician will provide specialist medical care for older adults within the Fraser Coast Integrated Care Service.
* The role focuses on delivering comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of complex geriatric conditions, with a strong emphasis on multidisciplinary collaboration to optimise patient outcomes across acute, subacute, and community care settings.
Opportunity for Private Practice:
The successful candidate may have the opportunity to establish private practice outside of their WBHHS appointment with local private hospitals. The successful candidate may receive assistance and concessions with:
* Use of the local private hospital's sessional rooms to allow establishment of practice and referral pathways
* Assistance with credentialling and administrative support to commence private practice
* Introduction to local GP's, physicians and surgeons to facilitate referral pathways.
What we're looking for:
* Previous work experience within acute/trauma teaching hospital environment.
* Proven ability to work in a collegiate partnership with other clinicians, nursing staff and managers.
* Ability to provide clinical leadership and to facilitate multidisciplinary teamwork.
* Maintenance of a clinical, academic appointment.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Mandatory possession of a Medical qualification from a registered tertiary institution and Registration with the Medical Board of Australia (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) with a current annual practicing certificate is essential and fellowship of the Australasian College of Physicians (RACP), as recognised by the Australian Medical Council, including maintenance of CPD and good standing as required by AHPRA for the maintenance of Specialist Registration.
* Specialist Registrants will be preferred in all positions; however non-specialists or overseas trained specialists may be considered where appropriate and significant progression towards fellowship can be demonstrated. Applicants who have completed specialist qualifications but are yet to be registered as a specialist are encouraged to apply.
* All such qualifications should be submitted to AHPRA for inclusion on their website in which case, this will provide evidence of qualification. Copies of the required information must also be provided in sufficient time to enable the awarding of Scope of Clinical Practice (SoCP) prior to the commencement date.
* All applicants must be awarded Scope of Clinical Practice (SoCP) by the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service Credentialing and SoCP committee. Information presented for application will be presented to the committee during the selection process, and all appointments are subject to maintenance of SoCP within the CSCF for the facilities in which clinical work is to be undertaken. This process must be completed prior to commencement.
* Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and if applicable registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
Why join us?
Career Growth
: At Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service, we invest in your development with continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and a supportive team culture.
Inclusive Culture:
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all voices are heard, and innovation can flourish.
Impactful Work:
Be a part of an organisation that's shaping the future of healthcare and making a real difference to the lives of individuals.
Competitive Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits, including competitive remuneration, training and development and flexible work arrangements and leave options.
Our offer:
We are offering a competitive remuneration package value up to $274,847 p.a., including salary rates between $ $131.60 p.h., generous employer superannuation (up to 12.75%), salary sacrifice perks, and flexible rostering for optimal work/life balance. JAR: H2512WB671610
Regional Queensland residents enjoy a lower cost of living and affordable housing in one of the world's most beautiful and diverse regions.
Other benefits include:
* Generous superannuation contribution (up to 12.75%)
* Annual Leave Loading (17.5%)
* Fantastic salary sacrificing benefits
* Professional Development Allowance
* Professional Development Leave
* Flexible work arrangements
* Lower cost of living
Discover Fraser Coast
The
Fraser Coast
, known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed
Fraser Island
, the location of incredible
whale watching
encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of
Maryborough
.
Application:
Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Geriatrician) (Hervey Bay) | Wide Bay | Queensland Health Careers
Closing Date:
Tuesday, 27th January 2026