The Medical Education Unit at Townsville University Hospital are seeking an experienced Senior Medical Officer - Clinical Lead (Workplace Based Assessment Program).

This is temporary part-time from 27/11/2026 - 15/06/2027 (16 hr/pf), with a possibility of an additional 12 months extension.

Job details

- Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
- Position type: Part-time
- Occupational group: Health - Medical
- Classification: L18-L24, L25-L27
- Workplace Location: Townsville region
- Job ad reference: QLD/TV691824
- Closing date: 21-Sep-2026
- Salary Other: $106.39-$134.90 p.h.
- Job duration: 27/11/2026 - 15/06/2027 (16 hr/pf) possible extns
- Contact person: Dr Susannah Bond
- Contact details: (07) 4433 2574

About the opportunity

The Senior Medical Officer - Clinical Lead for the Workforce Based Assessment Program (WBA Program) is responsible for implementation and maintenance of the WBA Program, including but not limited to accreditation of the program, training WBA assessors, Chairing and/or participating in Committee meetings, advocacy for WBA applicants, supporting performance assessment, performance management, education and career guidance. This role also provides additional focussed support to work in partnership with health providers in the Townsville region to help support and retain medical trainees in the area.

About the unit

The Medical Education Unit (MEU) is establishing an accredited Australian Medical Council (AMC) Workplace Based Assessment (WBA) Program for international medical graduates (IMGs) employed by the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS). The initial cohort of seven IMGs will commence mid-2025. The program duration is 12 months, with two cohort intakes per year.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits





Townsville Hospital and Health Service is one of Queensland's largest and most progressive health services, delivering exceptional care across tertiary, regional and rural settings. We are committed to clinical excellence, innovation, research and education, providing our staff with outstanding opportunities for professional development, career progression and leadership.

Working in North Queensland offers the best of both worlds, a rewarding career in a supportive, cooperative environment, combined with an enviable tropical lifestyle, affordable living, and easy access to some of Australia's most spectacular natural attractions.

Competitive salary and benefits

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

- Base salary range: $106.39–$134.90 p.h. (L18-L27)
- Attraction & Retention up to $111,029 (pro rata) pa.
- Regional & Rural Attraction Allowance up to $13,334 (pro rata) pa.
- Vehicle allowance up to $25,500 (pro rata) p.a.
- Professional Development Leave + Allowance $21,500 (pro rata) pa.
- Locality allowance + Leave Loading 17.5% pa. + more perks
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements

- The successful applicant must be registered as a medical practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia.
- Postgraduate qualifications in medical education will be highly regarded.
- All applicants must be awarded SoCP by the THHS Credentialing and SoCP Committee. All appointments are subject to maintenance of SoCP within the CSCF for the facilities in which clinical work is to be undertaken.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Dr Susannah Bond on (07) 4433 2574.

Further information

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