Job Description
Intensive Care ConsultantMajor Tertiary Hospital | North Queensland
Permanent Full-Time | Excellent Career & Lifestyle Opportunity | CICM & IMG Pathways Considered
The Opportunity Sante Recruitment is seeking an experienced
Intensive Care Consultant
to join a major and expanding tertiary hospital in
North Queensland
on a
permanent full-time basis
. This is an outstanding opportunity for an Intensive Care specialist seeking
broad clinical exposure, professional development, leadership opportunities and an exceptional tropical lifestyle
. You will join a large, progressive Intensive Care service within a major regional tertiary hospital providing complex specialist care to a substantial population across
North Queensland and surrounding regional and remote communities
. The position offers the opportunity to develop your career within a sophisticated tertiary healthcare environment while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of living in one of Queensland's most vibrant tropical cities. About the Hospital The hospital is a major regional and tertiary referral centre serving a vast catchment across Northern Queensland and beyond.
The Broader Health Service Provides n
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Close to 800 beds
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Approximately 99,000 emergency presentations annually
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More than 5,500 staff, increasing to approximately 6,200 with recent workforce investment
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Comprehensive public hospital and specialist services
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Tertiary referral services for urban, regional and remote communities
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The hospital is undergoing a significant
multi-stage expansion and redevelopment program
, designed to meet the future healthcare needs of the region. The Redevelopment Includes n
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Increased hospital bed capacity
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New clinical buildings
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Enhanced operating theatres
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Expanded rehabilitation services
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Additional outpatient facilities
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Improved hospital infrastructure
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Helipad infrastructure
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This ongoing investment creates an exciting environment for specialists looking to join a health service with
long-term growth and career opportunities
. The Clinical Environment As the region's major teaching hospital, the service provides a strong workplace for
education, research, training and professional development
. The Role Offers n
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Complex tertiary-level clinical exposure
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Broad Intensive Care case mix
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Exposure to both urban and remote patient populations
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Opportunities for clinical leadership
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Teaching and supervision
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Research and quality improvement
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Professional development
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Career progression within a large health network
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This is an excellent opportunity for an Intensive Care Consultant who enjoys working in a
busy, collaborative and clinically diverse tertiary environment
. International Medical Graduates The service welcomes appropriately qualified International Medical Graduates and offers a number of pathways into the role. Applicants May Be Considered If They Are n
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Registered with AHPRA with at least 12 months' recent experience
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Currently undertaking the CICM training program
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Eligible for the Competent Authority Pathway, including doctors from the UK, Ireland, Canada, USA or New Zealand
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An IMG with a CICM interview date
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Assessed by CICM as substantially comparable
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Live & Work in Tropical North Queensland This is an opportunity to build your career in a
vibrant tropical city of more than 200,000 people
, combining the amenities of a major regional centre with a relaxed coastal lifestyle. Enjoy n
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Warm tropical climate
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Beautiful beaches
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Excellent cafés and restaurants
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Vibrant markets
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Cultural festivals and events
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World-class sporting events
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Riverfront parklands
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National parks and waterfalls
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Excellent fishing and boating
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Great Barrier Reef access
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Tropical rainforests
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Magnetic Island, just a short ferry ride away
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The city is served by an
international airport
, providing convenient connections to major Australian cities and international destinations. Family Lifestyle The region offers an excellent environment for families, with: n
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A wide choice of public and private schools
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Sporting facilities and clubs
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Family-friendly beaches and parks
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Strong community connections
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Affordable lifestyle compared with Australia's major metropolitan centres
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Extensive outdoor and recreational opportunities
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You can enjoy a morning at the beach, explore rainforest and waterfalls on the weekend, or take a short trip to the Great Barrier Reef. Why Consider This Opportunity? n
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Permanent full-time Intensive Care Consultant position
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Major tertiary hospital
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Large and expanding health service
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Broad and complex clinical exposure
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Major redevelopment and infrastructure investment
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Teaching and research opportunities
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Leadership and career progression
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Strong professional development environment
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Urban, regional and remote patient population
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CICM pathway applicants considered
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Competent Authority applicants welcomed
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Substantially comparable CICM applicants considered
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UK, Ireland, Canada, USA & NZ-trained IMGs encouraged
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Outstanding tropical lifestyle
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Great Barrier Reef and Magnetic Island on your doorstep
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Whether you are an established
CICM Fellow
, a doctor progressing through CICM assessment, or an eligible IMG from the
UK, Ireland, Canada, USA or New Zealand
, we would be pleased to discuss your eligibility.
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