Staff Specialist – Intensive Care Medicine
Regional Queensland | Leading Referral Hospital
An outstanding opportunity is available for a Staff Specialist in Intensive Care Medicine to join the Intensive Care Unit at Rockhampton Hospital, a major regional referral centre serving Central Queensland.
The ICU provides specialist care to patients across a large regional catchment including Gladstone, Emerald, Biloela and Longreach.
About The Service
The Intensive Care Unit delivers care for a diverse mix of adult and paediatric patients, managing approximately:
* 450–650 ICU presentations annually
* 60–100 paediatric admissions per year
As a regional referral ICU, the unit manages complex cases while working closely with tertiary centres across Queensland.
In This Position You Will
* Provide high-quality clinical intensive care services
* Deliver expert assessment, admission, ongoing management, transfer and discharge of critically ill patients
* Contribute to teaching and supervision of junior doctors, students, nursing and allied health staff
* Participate in patient safety initiatives, audit, research and service planning
* Support the Director of ICU in the operational management of the unit
* Provide leadership in clinical governance, service improvement and evidence-based care
This role offers a rewarding opportunity to deliver specialist care in a regional setting while contributing to the ongoing development of critical care services.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
* MBBS or equivalent eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia
* Specialist registration or eligibility for registration with AHPRA
* Fellowship of the College of Intensive Care Medicine of Australia and New Zealand (FCICM)
* Ongoing participation in Continuing Medical Education (CME)
* Strong clinical leadership and the ability to work effectively in a regional and sometimes resource-limited environment
Remuneration & Benefits
Total remuneration value up to $550,085 per annum, which may include:
* Competitive Staff Specialist salary
* Employer superannuation contributions
* Professional development allowance and leave
* Generous leave entitlements
* Additional regional incentives (where applicable)
Lifestyle
Located in Rockhampton, the gateway to the Capricorn Coast, this vibrant regional city offers an exceptional lifestyle with:
* Easy access to Great Barrier Reef islands
* Affordable housing and short commute times
* Excellent schools and family-friendly communities
* A relaxed outdoor lifestyle with fishing, boating and national parks nearby
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