Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist or Senior Medical Officer, L13-L27, Department of Orthopaedics, Bundaberg Hospital - H2607WB687772

Step into a leadership role where your expertise truly makes an impact. The Department of Orthopaedics at Hervey Bay and Maryborough Hospitals is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist or Senior Medical Officers to join our progressive team. You’ll manage a diverse caseload, influence service development, and help drive excellence in lower limb and elective orthopaedic care.

If you’re looking for meaningful work, strong team culture, and the unbeatable Fraser Coast lifestyle, this is your next move.

Your opportunity:

- The Staff Specialist provides high-quality specialist orthopaedic services within the Orthopaedics Department at Bundaberg Hospital, with a primary focus on Lower Limb and Foot & Ankle surgery.
- The role delivers expert clinical care, contributes to education, training and research, and supports the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred services across the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service.
- The Staff Specialist also undertakes additional duties as reasonably directed by the Professional or Operational Manager, consistent with the requirements of the role.

Permanent Full Time (80 hours p.f.) or Permanent Part Time Positions (hours negotiable)

Qualifications and other requirements:

- Mandatory possession of a Medical qualification from a registered tertiary institution and Registration with the Medical Board of Australia (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) with a current annual practicing certificate is essential and fellowship of the Australasian College of Surgeons - Orthopaedics (RACS), as recognised by the Australian Medical Council, including maintenance of CPD and good standing as required by AHPRA for the maintenance of Specialist Registration.
- A subspecialty interest and experience in Lower Limb, Foot and Ankle services is highly desirable.




- Specialist Registrants will be preferred in all positions; however non-specialists or overseas trained specialists may be considered where appropriate and significant progression towards fellowship can be demonstrated. Applicants who have completed specialist qualifications but are yet to be registered as a specialist are encouraged to apply.
- All such qualifications should be submitted to AHPRA for inclusion on their website in which case, this will provide evidence of qualification. Copies of the required information must also be provided in sufficient time to enable the awarding of Scope of Clinical Practice (SoCP) prior to the commencement date.
- Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and if applicable registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
- All applicants must be awarded Scope of Clinical Practice (SoCP) by the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service Credentialing and SoCP committee. Information presented for application will be presented to the committee during the selection process, and all appointments are subject to maintenance of SoCP within the CSCF for the facilities in which clinical work is to be undertaken. This process must be completed prior to commencement.

Why join us? Career Growth : At Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service, we invest in your development with continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and a supportive team culture.

Inclusive Culture:



We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all voices are heard, and innovation can flourish.

Impactful Work: Be a part of an organisation that's shaping the future of healthcare and making a real difference to the lives of individuals.

Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive advantages, including competitive remuneration, training and development and flexible work arrangements and leave options.

Our offer: We are offering a competitive remuneration package value up to $562,082 p.a., including salary between $192,257 - $281,545 p.a. (f/t) or competitive salary between $92.11 - $134.89 p.h. (p/t), generous employer superannuation (up to 12.75%), annual leave loading (17.5%), professional development allowance, motor vehicle allowance, salary sacrifice perks, and flexible rostering for optimal work/life balance. JAR: H2607WB687772

Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:

- Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
- Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
- Access to extensive salary sacrificing options to maximise your take-home pay
- Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave
- Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
- The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Bundaberg, Hervey Bay and Maryborough, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle

Discover Bundaberg Bundaberg and the Coral Coast region is where the coastline meets the country , just four hours' drive north of Brisbane. Indulge in the region's fresh local produce, seafood and iconic drinks and enjoy endless stretches of family-friendly beaches and nearby national parks where you can camp, fish, swim and surf the day away.

Application: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-H2607WB687772

Closing Date: Tuesday, 25th August 2026

📌 Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist or Senior Medical Officer (Orthopaedics) (Bundaberg)
🏢 Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service
📍 Bundaberg Central