Clinical Director of Surgery (General Surgery)Rockhampton, Central QueenslandExecutive Leadership | Regional Referral Hospital | Total Package up to $587,506 p.a.
Sante Recruitment
is seeking an experienced
FRACS-qualified General Surgeon
to lead one of Queensland's largest regional surgical services as
Clinical Director of Surgery
at Rockhampton Hospital.
This is an outstanding opportunity to combine executive leadership with an active clinical practice, shaping the future of surgical services across Central Queensland while mentoring the next generation of surgeons and driving innovation, education and research.
The Prospect As Clinical Director of Surgery, you will provide strategic, operational and clinical leadership for a busy accredited surgical department while maintaining a minimum
0.5 FTE clinical practice
.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading the strategic direction and ongoing development of Surgical Services
Providing expert General Surgical care within a modern regional referral hospital
Driving clinical governance, quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
Leading workforce planning, recruitment and departmental performance
Supervising and mentoring surgical trainees, junior medical staff and medical students
Supporting research, innovation and education across the department
Working collaboratively with executive leadership and multidisciplinary teams
Promoting a positive culture focused on excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement
The Hospital Rockhampton Hospital is a




305-bed regional referral and teaching hospital
, providing comprehensive specialist services to communities across Central Queensland.
The hospital offers:
Accredited Department of Surgery
Comprehensive General Surgical services
State-of-the-art Cancer Care Unit
Visiting tertiary subspecialty services
Modern operating theatres
Strong teaching and research affiliations
A collaborative multidisciplinary workplace
Excellent opportunities for professional development and leadership
As the major referral centre for Central Queensland, the hospital provides a broad and rewarding surgical case mix while supporting specialist training and service innovation.
The Location Located in the heart of Central Queensland, Rockhampton offers an exceptional lifestyle with affordable living, excellent schools and easy access to both the Capricorn Coast and the Southern Great Barrier Reef.
Enjoy:
Affordable family-friendly housing
Excellent public and private schools
Beautiful riverside parks and outdoor lifestyle
Easy access to beaches, islands and national parks
Direct flights to Brisbane and other major cities
Solid sporting and cultural community




Outstanding work-life balance
Salary & Benefits
Total remuneration package up to $587,506 per annum
, including:
Competitive Specialist salary
*****% employer superannuation
17.5% leave loading
3.6 weeks Professional Development Leave
Professional Development Allowance of $22,145 per annum
Attraction and Retention Incentives through Granted Private Practice arrangements
Clinical Manager Allowance
Motor Vehicle Allowance
Overtime and On-Call Allowances
Salary Packaging options
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Discounted Private Health Insurance
Fitness Passport
Why Join?
Executive leadership opportunity within a major regional referral hospital
Maintain an active clinical General Surgery practice
Lead service development and strategic planning
Influence the future of surgical care across Central Queensland
Strong teaching, research and innovation focus
Attractive remuneration package and leadership allowances
Excellent lifestyle in one of Queensland's most vibrant regional cities
Requirements
MBBS or equivalent
Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (
FRACS
) in General Surgery
Specialist Registration (or eligibility) with AHPRA
Demonstrated leadership experience within Surgical Services
Commitment to education, mentoring and research
Accredited endoscopic skills (highly desirable)
Strong clinical governance and service improvement experience
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📌 Clinical Director Of Surgery (Rockhampton)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 Rockhampton