About the role

The Principal House Officer (PHO) – Oral & Maxillofacial participates in the provision, development and maintenance of high-quality clinical services within Procedural Services at the Surgical Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS). Working under the supervision of Consultants and Registrars, the role contributes to the delivery of safe, efficient and patient-centred care across a broad range of oral and maxillofacial services.

The successful candidate will provide inpatient, outpatient and theatre-based clinical care as part of a multidisciplinary team while supporting continuity of care, clinical excellence and positive patient outcomes. The role also offers opportunities to participate in teaching, research, clinical audit and quality improvement activities within a specialised surgical environment.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

- Provide high-quality clinical care for oral and maxillofacial patients across inpatient, outpatient and procedural settings under appropriate clinical supervision.
- Develop and implement patient management plans in consultation with senior medical staff while ensuring effective communication with patients, carers and multidisciplinary teams.
- Contribute to continuity of care through accurate clinical documentation, timely clinical handover and proactive discharge planning.




- Support the education and supervision of junior medical staff and students while fostering a collaborative team workplace.
- Participate in research, audit, quality improvement and patient safety initiatives that enhance service delivery and clinical outcomes.

Benefits when working for us

- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and market-competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

📌 Principal House Officer Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Herston)
🏢 Metro North Hospital And Health Service
📍 Herston