An exciting full-time opportunity to shape the future of cardiac transplantation and advanced heart failure care across Queensland while leading one of Australia's largest and most respected cardiology services.

Job details Position status Permanent,Temporary
Position type Adaptable-full-time,Full-time
Occupational group Health - Medical
Classification L18-L27
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/PCH690301
Closing date 11-Sep-2026
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Temporary & Permanent contract
Contact person Dr David McGiffin
Contact details 0409 227 791
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About the role

As the Clinical Director, Cardiac Transplant and Advanced Heart Failure, you will lead a highly specialised multidisciplinary team responsible for delivering world-class patient care, driving innovation, fostering research excellence and supporting the development of future cardiac specialists. Working closely with the Director of Transplantation and senior Cardiology leaders, you will oversee the delivery and continual improvement of services for patients requiring advanced heart failure therapies, mechanical circulatory support and heart transplantation.

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:

- Assist the Director with appropriate budget review in conjunction with the Cost Centre manager for the area and the Program Management team.
- Seek to provide, and assume financial responsibility for the cost-efficient running of the service in accordance with the expectations of the Qld Health Code of Conduct relating to economy and efficiency.
- Producing appropriate clinical activity, outcome data and quality activities.




- Provide out of hours cover for the special requirements of the area.
- Produce or modify position descriptions and coordinate staff appointments to the unit.

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 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:

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.

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📌 Clinical Director - Cardiac Transplant and Advanced Heart Failure (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane