Clinical Director of Orthopaedic SurgeryRockhampton, Central QueenslandExecutive Leadership | Regional Referral Hospital | Total Package up to $529,246 p.a.
Sante Recruitment
is seeking an experienced
FRACS-qualified Orthopaedic Surgeon
to lead the Orthopaedic Surgery Department at
Rockhampton Hospital
, the principal referral hospital for Central Queensland.
This is an outstanding opportunity to combine executive leadership with an active clinical practice, guiding the strategic direction of Orthopaedic Services while mentoring future specialists and driving innovation, education and research across the region.
The Opportunity As
Clinical Director of Orthopaedic Surgery
, you will provide strategic, operational and clinical leadership to a busy, accredited Orthopaedic Department while maintaining a minimum
0.5 FTE clinical workload
.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading the strategic direction and future development of Orthopaedic Services across Central Queensland Health
Delivering high-quality specialist Orthopaedic care within a major regional referral hospital
Driving clinical governance, patient safety and quality improvement initiatives
Leading workforce planning, recruitment and departmental performance
Supervising and mentoring Orthopaedic trainees, junior doctors and medical students
Supporting research, education and innovation within the department
Working collaboratively with executive leadership and multidisciplinary teams
Ensuring equitable, high-quality Orthopaedic services across multiple Central Queensland Health facilities
Clinical Director of Orthopaedic SurgeryRockhampton, Central QueenslandExecutive Leadership | Regional Referral Hospital | Total Package up to $529,246 p.a.
Sante Recruitment
is seeking an experienced
FRACS-qualified Orthopaedic Surgeon
to lead the Orthopaedic Surgery Department at
Rockhampton Hospital
, the principal referral hospital for Central Queensland.
This is an outstanding opportunity to combine executive leadership with an active clinical practice, guiding the strategic direction of Orthopaedic Services while mentoring future specialists and driving innovation,



education and research across the region.
The Opportunity As
Clinical Director of Orthopaedic Surgery
, you will provide strategic, operational and clinical leadership to a busy, accredited Orthopaedic Department while maintaining a minimum
0.5 FTE clinical workload
.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading the strategic direction and future development of Orthopaedic Services across Central Queensland Health
Delivering high-quality specialist Orthopaedic care within a major regional referral hospital
Driving clinical governance, patient safety and quality improvement initiatives
Leading workforce planning, recruitment and departmental performance
Supervising and mentoring Orthopaedic trainees, junior doctors and medical students
Supporting research, education and innovation within the department
Working collaboratively with executive leadership and multidisciplinary teams
Ensuring equitable, high-quality Orthopaedic services across multiple Central Queensland Health facilities
The Hospital Rockhampton Hospital is a
305-bed regional referral and teaching hospital
, providing comprehensive specialist services to communities throughout Central Queensland.
The Orthopaedic Service offers:
Four modern operating theatres
Two dedicated procedure rooms
Six-bed Intensive Care Unit
High-volume elective and emergency Orthopaedic surgery
Accredited specialist training program
Active involvement in research and medical education
Strong multidisciplinary and allied health support
Contemporary facilities and advanced surgical services
As the major referral centre for Central Queensland, the hospital provides a broad and rewarding Orthopaedic caseload while supporting specialist training and service development.




The Location Rockhampton offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle.
Enjoy:
Affordable housing and excellent schools
A welcoming, family-friendly community
Beautiful riverside parks and outdoor recreation
Easy access to the Capricorn Coast and Great Keppel Island
National parks, fishing, boating and hiking
Direct flights to Brisbane and other major Australian cities
Excellent work-life balance in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regional centres
Salary & Benefits
Total remuneration package up to $529,246 per annum
, including:
Competitive Specialist salary
*****% employer superannuation
17.5% leave loading
3.6 weeks Professional Development Leave
Career development Allowance of $22,145 per annum
Clinical Manager Allowance
Motor Vehicle Allowance
Overtime and On-Call Allowances
Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
Generous Salary Packaging
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discounted Private Health Insurance
Fitness Passport
Why Join?
Executive leadership position within a major regional referral hospital
Maintain an active specialist Orthopaedic practice
Lead service innovation and strategic planning
Influence Orthopaedic care across Central Queensland
Strong focus on teaching, research and workforce development
Excellent remuneration package with leadership allowances
Outstanding lifestyle in a thriving regional Queensland city
Requirements Applications are welcomed from Orthopaedic Surgeons who have:
MBBS or equivalent
Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (
FRACS
) in Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialist Registration (or eligibility) with AHPRA
Demonstrated leadership and management experience
Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical excellence
A passion for education, mentoring, research and workforce development
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📌 Clinical Director Of Orthopaedics (Rockhampton)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 Rockhampton