Job Description

Staff Specialist (Obstetrics & Gynaecology)

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Townsville Hospital and Health Service – Townsville QLD

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The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

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Career Growth and Development

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We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

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Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

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A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of growth opportunities and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

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Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

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Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban,



country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

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Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

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Competitive salary and benefits:

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We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

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- Casual rates: $130.86 to $165.92 p.h. (L18-L27).
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About your opportunity:

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The role of the Staff Specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology is to provide high quality clinical and non-clinical services to benefit the patients / clients of the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS). This includes research as well as teaching the health professionals of the future.

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Lead and manage the provision of medical services in accordance with the standard of the speciality, the ethics of the profession and in accordance with the THHS and Queensland Health (QH) policies, in a hospital, community and outreach setting staff.

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Requirements:

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- Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable).
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- Possession of class C drivers' licnece.
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- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
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- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
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📌 Staff Specialist (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) (Townsville)
🏢 Townsville Hospital and Health Service
📍 Townsville