About us:

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service delivers high-quality healthcare across a diverse region, with our Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service supporting more than 250,000 residents. Our multidisciplinary teams provide contemporary, person-centred mental health care while fostering a culture of learning, collaboration and innovation. We are committed to developing future specialists through accredited training, research and ongoing professional development.

About the role:

As a Registrar or Principal House Officer (Psychiatry), you'll deliver evidence-based psychiatric assessment, treatment and ongoing care across inpatient, community and outreach settings. Working alongside experienced Consultant Psychiatrists and multidisciplinary teams, you'll participate in clinics, ward rounds, on-call rosters and quality improvement activities while developing your clinical expertise in a supportive training environment.

About you:

You are a motivated Medical Practitioner with AHPRA registration (or eligibility) who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred mental health care. You enjoy working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, value continuous learning and demonstrate sound clinical judgement, excellent communication skills and a commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement and career development.





What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $181,282.80 p.a. is comprised of:

- A salary rate between $137,196 - $150,684 p.a. (L4-L7)
- A salary rate between $137,196 - $158,618 p.a. (L4-L9)
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

- Professional Development Leave and Allowances
- 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:

1. contact Junior Medical Workforce: [email protected]
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CQ6G688831

Applications close: Monday, 7 September 2026

#CentralQueensland Inpatient Mental Health

📌 Registrar/Principal House Officer (Psychiatry) (Rockhampton)
🏢 Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service
📍 Rockhampton