Summary
Explore your opportunities today and dive into a career with the
Townsville Hospital and Health Service
.
About the work unit / facility:
Periopertaive and Outpatient Services, within the Surgical Service Group at Townsville University Hospital, provides specialist ophthalmology services for patients with complex ophthalmology conditions across a collaborative multidisciplinary service.
About your new employer:
Clinical Excellence
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise.
As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to cutting-edge healthcare solutions.
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs.
Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University.
Market-competitive salary and benefits:




We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
Salary range: $***** to $***** p.h. (HP5)
4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
*****% employer contribution to superannuation
Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available.
About your opportunity:
Join a specialist ophthalmology service where you'll deliver advanced care for patients with complex ophthalmology conditions and contribute to clincial excellence, research, education and service improvement.
Requirements:
Tertiary qualification in Optometry or equivalent and proof of registration (Optometry Board of Australia)
Current Class C driver's licence.
This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
Probation period may apply.
Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Michellina Davies on (07) •••• •564 .
Apply ONLINE:
Applications close: Tuesday, 11 August ****.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

📌 Optometrist - Advanced (Townsville)
🏢 Department of Health - Queensland
📍 Townsville