About us:
The Rockhampton Rehabilitation Unit is purpose built for rehabilitation. It has 16 in-patient beds, 15 day therapy time slots and clinic area for amputee service and post rehab follow up. The Medical team includes 1 Rehabilitation Staff Specialist, 1 Registrar/Principal House Officer (REG/PHO). The interdisciplinary team includes Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Social Work, Psychology, Dietician and Recreation Officer.
About the role:
The Registrar/Principal House Officer assists the Staff Specialists and Senior Medical Staff in the management of medical patients with acute and urgent illness and injury.
Continuation of appropriate medical care for the 16 in-patients, day therapy patients and clinic reviews.
Ensure clear medical notes are documented in the chart after each medical review (review by Consultant or REG/PHO).
See referral patients in acute wards or check details for patients referred from outside the Hospital regarding suitability for admission to the Rehabilitation ward.
In consultation with Senior Medical staff manage rehabilitation patients with acute and urgent illness and/or injury in the Emergency Department.
Participate in, case conferences and family meetings, to appropriately coordinate the care of the patient.
About you:
MBBS or equivalent to enable registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) at Level 3 supervision.
If qualifications were obtained outside Australia, the candidate must be eligible for registration with AHPRA with the appropriate supervision level and provide the following:
Evidence of successful completion of IELTS or equivalent English Language test results within the last year.
Evidence of successful completion AMC MCQ (part 1) examination.
Evidence of recency of clinical practice, supported by current references.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $169,083 p.a. is comprised of:
A salary rate between $125,808 - $138,571 p.a. (L4 – L7)
A salary rate between $125,808 - $145,865 p.a. (L4 – L9)
12.75% employer superannuation contribution
17.5% leave loading
Additional Benefits:
Professional Development Leave and Allowances
Professional Indemnity cover
Generous Salary Sacrificing
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discounted Private Health Insurance
Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To apply, please submit the following:
Your current CV or resume, including referees.
A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
For assistance:
contact Junior Medical Workforce:
Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6B676956
Applications close: Wednesday, 25 March 2026
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