Staff Specialist - Respiratory & Sleep Medicine
Mackay Hospital and Health Service | Tropical North Queensland
Advance Your Respiratory Medicine Career in One of Queensland's Most Desirable Coastal Regions
An exciting opportunity exists for a Staff Specialist in Respiratory and Sleep Medicine to join the Department of Medicine at Mackay Base Hospital on a permanent full-time basis.
This position offers the chance to practise high-quality specialist respiratory medicine within a modern regional referral hospital, while enjoying an outstanding lifestyle in tropical Queensland.
You will join a team-oriented physician group delivering comprehensive specialist services across a large and diverse regional population.
With a broad and rewarding clinical caseload, opportunities for service development, and strong multidisciplinary support, this role is ideal for physicians seeking both skilled challenge and lifestyle balance.
The Opportunity As a Staff Specialist in Respiratory and Sleep Medicine, you will provide contemporary specialist services across inpatient, outpatient, consultative and procedural settings throughout the Mackay Hospital and Health Service.
Key Responsibilities
Providing specialist assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management of respiratory and sleep disorders
Delivering inpatient and outpatient respiratory services
Providing consultative support to medical, surgical and emergency departments
Performing respiratory procedures, including bronchoscopy and other scope-of-practice interventions
Supporting timely patient flow and hospital-wide clinical outcomes
Participating in multidisciplinary care planning and complex case management
Contributing to the development and expansion of respiratory and sleep medicine services
Supporting outreach and innovative models of care across the region
Participating in teaching, training, audit and quality improvement activities




You will work closely with the Clinical Director and physician colleagues to support strategic service growth and clinical excellence.
Department Of Medicine
The Successful Applicant Will Join a Highly Respected Multidisciplinary Physician Team Comprising Approximately 18 FTE Specialists Across a Broad Range Of Subspecialties, Including
Acute Medicine
Endocrinology
Respiratory and Sleep Medicine
Infectious Diseases
Medical Oncology
Neurology
Nephrology
Rheumatology
Palliative Care Medicine
Rehabilitation Medicine
The department has a strong reputation for collegiality, education and clinical excellence, providing an excellent environment for both established consultants and physicians seeking career progression.
The Service Is Supported By
RACP-accredited Basic Physician Training
Advanced Training in General Medicine
FACEM-led Emergency Medicine service
CICM-led Intensive Care Unit
24/7 Primary PCI Cardiology service
Strong multidisciplinary and allied health support
About Mackay Base Hospital
Mackay Base Hospital is the major referral centre for the region and provides comprehensive specialist services to a rapidly growing population across North Queensland.
Mackay Hospital And Health Service Includes
6 hospitals
2 multipurpose health services
4 community health centres
More than 3,700 staff
A catchment area covering approximately 90,000 square kilometres
The Health Service Provides Care To Communities Including
Mackay
Bowen
Proserpine
Cannonvale
Sarina
Moranbah
Clermont
Dysart
Collinsville
Middlemount
Glenden
Lifestyle & Location




Mackay offers the perfect combination of career opportunity and tropical lifestyle.
Enjoy
Easy access to the Whitsunday Islands
Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef
Beautiful beaches and waterfront living
Tropical climate with outdoor living year-round
Affordable housing and excellent schools
Short commute times
Vibrant sporting and community facilities
Direct flights to Brisbane and major Australian cities
Whether you're seeking adventure, family-friendly living, or a relaxed coastal lifestyle, Mackay provides an exceptional quality of life.
International Physicians Encouraged To Apply Applications Are Welcomed From
FRACP-qualified Respiratory Physicians
Overseas-trained Respiratory and Sleep Medicine Specialists
International Medical Graduates assessed by the RACP as Substantially Comparable or Partially Comparable
Support May Be Available For
RACP Specialist Pathway applications
AHPRA registration
Visa sponsorship
Relocation assistance
Requirements Applicants Should Possess
Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in Respiratory and Sleep Medicine, or equivalent specialist qualification
Specialist Registration with AHPRA, or eligibility for registration
Expertise in respiratory medicine and bronchoscopy
Commitment to multidisciplinary, patient-centred care
Strong communication, teaching and leadership skills
Why Apply?
Established Respiratory & Sleep Medicine service
Broad and professionally rewarding clinical caseload
Bronchoscopy and procedural opportunities
Strong physician and multidisciplinary support
RACP-accredited teaching environment
Tropical Queensland lifestyle
Visa sponsorship and specialist pathway support available
Join a progressive regional health service and help shape the future of Respiratory and Sleep Medicine in one of Queensland's most attractive coastal locations.
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📌 Staff Specialist Respiratory And Sleep Medicine (Queensland)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 Queensland