Position
We’re seeking a General Surgeon to join a well-supported regional hospital, ideally positioned within easy commuting distance of a major capital city. This role offers a diverse surgical caseload, strong consultant backing, and excellent theatre access, all while enjoying a more relaxed lifestyle without sacrificing connectivity. With affordable living, minimal commute times, and access to both metropolitan and regional amenities, this is a rare opportunity to achieve the perfect balance between career progression and quality of life.

Why this role stands out:

- Large, high-volume tertiary referral centre with ~60,000 admissions and over 270,000 outpatient encounters annually
- Substantial workforce and multidisciplinary support, including:

- 500+ doctors
- 1,800+ nurses and midwives
- 500+ allied health staff
- Approx. 350+ beds currently, with a major $1bn+ redevelopment underway delivering a brand-new 530+ bed facility, including expanded ED, cardiac services, and digital infrastructure
- Busy Emergency Department, seeing ~50,000+ presentations per year, offering excellent exposure to acute and complex presentations
- Accredited training site, with strong supervision, structured teaching, and links to multiple universities
- Supportive training environment, recognised for solid supervision, safe learning culture, and well-structured rotations aligned with college curricula




- Investment in innovation, including robotic-assisted surgery technology improving surgical outcomes and recovery times

Location
This thriving regional city of 120,000 + people offers an enviable balance of career opportunity and lifestyle, making it a popular choice for doctors relocating from overseas. Just 90 minutes from Brisbane, you’ll have easy access to a major capital city while enjoying a more relaxed pace of life.
For families, there is a wide selection of high-quality public and private schools, including some of Queensland’s leading independent colleges. Weekends can be spent exploring nearby attractions including mountain ranges, wineries, hiking, and local produce. With affordable housing, minimal commute times, and a welcoming, multicultural community, this location offers an outstanding quality of life without sacrificing access to world-class amenities.

The Requirements

- AHPRA Specialist Registration
- FRACS
- SIMG's with RACS assessment outcome
- SIMG’s who have submitted RACS assessment.

How to apply
For more information, please Apply Now or call Corrie on 0468 052 311.
Alternatively, please forward your CV to [email protected]
If this role is not for you, but you are interested in hearing about what other opportunities I have right now, don't hesitate to get in touch!

📌 General Surgeon (Queensland)
🏢 JPS Medical Recruitment
📍 Queensland