Staff Specialist – Emergency Medicine
Permanent | Full-time or Part-time
Tropical North Queensland
Remuneration up to $603,633 p.a.
The Opportunity
We are seeking passionate and dedicated Emergency Physicians to join a busy, well-supported Emergency Department in regional Tropical North Queensland. This is a rare opportunity to combine a challenging and rewarding clinical role with an enviable lifestyle offering year-round sunshine, pristine beaches, and a welcoming regional community.
As a Staff Specialist in Emergency Medicine, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality emergency care across a diverse and stimulating case mix. You will also contribute to **teaching, supervision, service development**, and **patient safety and quality improvement initiatives**.
The Emergency Department manages approximately **50,000 presentations annually**, with:
~25% paediatric presentations Significant trauma exposure Regional referral responsibilities, including: Aeromedical retrievals Telehealth support to surrounding rural and remote hospitals
Clinical Support Includes
15-bed Emergency Short Stay Unit Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory Modern imaging and diagnostic services
You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the **planning and development of a brand-new Emergency Department**, helping shape the future of emergency care for the region.
Remuneration & Benefits
**Total remuneration up to $603,633 p.a.**, depending on experience and appointment level Package includes: Base salary Allowances Employer superannuation (12.75%) Professional indemnity cover Annual leave loading On-call and overtime where applicable
Professional Development
Generous **professional development allowance** **3.6 weeks professional development leave** per year Strong support for education, training, and career progression
Training & Career Progression
Accredited for: **12 months ACEM Fellowship training** **2 months AST training** (ACRRM & RACGP) ACEM Certificate, Diploma, and Advanced Diploma pathways Flexible rostering to balance clinical, academic, and lifestyle priorities Opportunities to work within innovative models of care, including: Hospital in the Home (HITH) Geriatric Emergency Department Intervention (GEDI) Integrated community health teams
This is a **modern 190-bed regional referral hospital** providing trauma services and most major medical and surgical specialties. Facilities include:
Regional trauma referral service Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory 14-bed Emergency Short Stay Unit Access to aeromedical retrieval services Well-resourced medical library with online and print journals
About the Location
Located in **Tropical North Queensland**, this thriving regional city supports a population of over **180,000** and boasts a diverse economy spanning healthcare, tourism, agriculture, and mining.
You'll Enjoy
Easy access to the **Great Barrier Reef** and **Whitsundays** Stunning beaches, rainforests, and national parks Affordable housing and excellent schooling options A vibrant food, cultural, and sporting scene Direct transport links to Brisbane and other major centres
It's an ideal destination for clinicians seeking **career progression without sacrificing lifestyle**.
You Will Be
**FACEM (or equivalent)** with eligibility for **Specialist Registration with AHPRA** Committed to patient safety, clinical excellence, and continuous improvement Passionate about teaching, supervision, and mentoring junior medical staff Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative emergency medicine environment