Join the General Surgery team at STARS as a Principal House Officer, delivering high-quality surgical care, supporting multidisciplinary treatment, mentoring junior staff and contributing to research, education and quality improvement in a energetic clinical environment.

Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Health - Medical
Classification L4-L7
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/STR692595
Closing date 29-Sep-2026
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Salary Other
Job duration until 31 January 2027 with possible extension
Contact person Kevin Lah
Contact details (07) 3647 7111
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About the role

The Principal House Officer (PHO) – General Surgery plays a key role in delivering high-quality clinical care to patients within Procedural Services at the Surgical, Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS). Working under the supervision of Consultants and Registrars, the PHO contributes to the provision, development and maintenance of safe, effective and equitable surgical services across inpatient, outpatient and theatre settings.

The successful candidate will assess and manage patients, develop treatment plans in consultation with senior clinicians, support continuity of care across the patient journey, and actively participate in multidisciplinary team activities. The role also involves supervising junior staff and students, contributing to quality improvement and research activities, and ensuring high standards of clinical documentation and patient-centred care.

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:

- Provide supervised clinical care for surgical inpatients, outpatients and theatre patients within a multidisciplinary team.




- Develop and implement patient management plans in consultation with Consultants and Registrars.
- Support the training and supervision of junior medical staff and undergraduate students.
- Contribute to research, clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives and patient safety activities.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation, facilitate effective handovers and support discharge planning.

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, adaptable, 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 energetic and progressive workplace 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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📌 Principal House Officer - General Surgery (Brisbane)
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📍 Brisbane