Summary
Exciting opportunities available now with the
Townsville Hospital and Health Service .
About the opportunity:
Rural Hospital Service Group is looking for Specialist General Practitioners and Rural generalists that are wanting to work within Rural Hospital settings and General Practices connected to the THHS to provide emergent cover or take up some shifts that are available within the variety of rural facilities within the THHS.
The role of the Senior Medical Officer (SMO) is to provide high quality general practice services including managing emergencies for consumers attending our Queensland health facilities at Level 1 to Level 3 CSCF Sites including:
* Level 1: Magnetic Island
* Level 2: Hughenden (MPHS) including primary care at Hughenden Surgery, Richmond (MPHS) Including Primary Care at Richmond Surgery, Palm Island (Joyce Palmer Health Service), Home Hill Hospital
* Level 3: Ingham, Ayr, Charters Towers
Successful applicants will become part of a casual pool that are communicated available upcoming shifts that cannot be filled by the onsite staff and then be able to take up work as their availabilities allow.
The work of the Medical Officer would be dependent on the location that they accept shifts for, and the sites are described below. Clinical Duties will be related to the ward, emergency department, or clinic at the sites they non-clinical duties include ensuring that mandatory training requirements are completed, supervising and teaching dependent on the sites.
About your new 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).
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.
* This is a casual position, non-standard hours, multiple positions
* Casual rates: $110.54 to $161.87 p.h. (L13 - L27)
Requirements:
* Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable).
* All applicants must be awarded SoCP by the THHS Credentialing and SoCP committee.
* Possession of class C drivers' licence.
* This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
* Probation period may apply.
* Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
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 Helen Fraser on (07) 4433 5***.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV683410
Applications close: Wednesday, 3 June 2026.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.