About us
The Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service covers a large geographic area with a diverse and growing population. The Health Service provides a wide range of primary care, acute and specialist services. Our staff are a part of the community we serve, and we strongly believe that health outcomes are enhanced by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of local health services.Besides the excellent work opportunities, Cairns offers a unique lifestyle suitable to a wide variety of interests. Cairns is in the heart of the tropical north and is the primary gateway to northern Australia. Cairns is an ideal base to explore the wider region with front door access to the Great Barrier Reef, rainforests and outback locations.
Enjoy
Year-round tropical climateDirect access to the Great Barrier ReefExplore the World Heritage-listed Daintree RainforestExcellent fishing, diving, sailing, hiking and mountain bikingVibrant cafés, restaurants and local marketsFamily-friendly city with excellent public and private schoolsAffordable lifestyle with short daily commutesCairns Airport offers multiple direct daily flights to Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Darwin and Perth, making interstate travel simple for both work and family.
Rapid Access Medical Service (RAMS)
An exciting opportunity exists to join a dedicated team of specialists committed to delivering high-quality clinical care across the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service. The Rapid Access Medical Service (RAMS)



provides prompt assessment and treatment for patients requiring escalation of care, offering a direct alternative to Emergency Department attendance and supporting early intervention to prevent further clinical deterioration.
About your new role
In your new role you will......Demonstrate sustained meritorious achievement in clinical excellence while making a significant contribution to fostering and promoting high standards in the delivery of public health services.Maintain and expand your expertise in adult medicine through a strong personal commitment to continuous professional development and lifelong learning.As a Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service employee, not only will you receive a competitive base salary (total remuneration):
Salary up to $282,912 per annum full time (L18 - L27)
Remuneration up to $489,067 per annum full time (L18 - L27)
Generous superannuation
Professional development leave (3.6 weeks p.a. pro rata)
Private practice arrangements
Salary packaging
Annual incremental increases
Career training and development
Adaptable work arrangements
Wellness programs
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.
For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.
Why choose Cairns?
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📌 Senior Staff Specialist, Staff Specialist Or Senior Medical Officer - Rapid Access Medical Officer - Cairns
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Cairns