Surgical Principal House Officer (PHO)

Gladstone Hospital | Central Queensland

Take the next step in your surgical career within a supportive regional hospital offering excellent clinical exposure, hands-on experience, and a fantastic Queensland lifestyle.

Gladstone Hospital is seeking a motivated Surgical Principal House Officer (PHO) to join its dynamic multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality care across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings.

This is an outstanding opportunity for doctors looking to broaden their surgical experience while enjoying the lifestyle advantages of coastal regional Queensland.

About Gladstone Hospital

Gladstone Hospital is an 83-bed regional facility providing a comprehensive range of healthcare services to the Central Queensland community.

Services include:

* Emergency Medicine
* General Medicine and Surgery
* Orthopaedics
* Obstetrics & Maternity
* Gynaecology
* Paediatrics
* Coronary and High Dependency Care
* Palliative Care
* Medical Imaging and Pathology

Additional specialist and community services include:

* Mental Health and Alcohol & Other Drugs
* Oral Health
* Physiotherapy, Dietetics & Speech Pathology
* Outreach and Primary Healthcare Services
* Boyne Valley Primary Health Care Centre
* Newly expanded West Wing supporting medical, surgical, and private specialist care

The Opportunity

Working under the guidance of senior medical staff, you will:

* Deliver high-quality surgical services across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings
* Assess, investigate, and manage patient care plans
* Participate in ward rounds, clinical reviews, and discharge planning
* Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
* Supervise and support junior medical staff and medical students
* Participate in after-hours and weekend rosters
* Contribute to teaching,



case presentations, and continuing medical education activities

This role provides excellent exposure to a broad range of surgical presentations within a well-supported regional environment.

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## Lifestyle & Location

Located on Queensland’s stunning central coast, Gladstone offers:

* Affordable coastal living
* Easy access to beaches, islands, and the Southern Great Barrier Reef
* Warm climate and outdoor lifestyle
* Family-friendly community
* Excellent local amenities and schools
* Short commutes and genuine work-life balance

Whether you enjoy fishing, boating, hiking, or simply a relaxed coastal lifestyle, Gladstone provides the perfect regional Queensland experience.

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## About You

Applicants must possess:

* MBBS or equivalent qualification eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia
* Current AHPRA registration
* Demonstrated clinical skills in reviewing and evaluating patient care
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Commitment to teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration
* Interest in teaching and ongoing professional development

Doctors with a minimum of two years’ experience within the Australian healthcare system will be highly regarded.

Total Remuneration Package up to $169,389 p.a.

In addition to:

* Strong clinical support and supervision
* Diverse surgical exposure
* Teaching and education opportunities
* Supportive regional hospital environment
* Excellent lifestyle and work-life balance

Why Apply?

* Broad surgical experience in a busy regional hospital
* Supportive consultant-led team
* Excellent pathway for career progression
* Coastal Queensland lifestyle
* Strong focus on teaching and professional development
* Opportunity to work within a growing and expanding health service

For a confidential discussion or further information, contact us today.

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