Intensive Care ConsultantMajor Tertiary Hospital | North Queensland Permanent Full-Time | Excellent Career & Lifestyle Opportunity | CICM & IMG Pathways ConsideredThe 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 Close to 800 bedsApproximately 99,000 emergency presentations annuallyMore than 5,500 staff, increasing to approximately 6,200 with recent workforce investmentComprehensive public hospital and specialist servicesTertiary referral services for urban, regional and remote communities 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 Increased hospital bed capacityNew clinical buildingsEnhanced operating theatresExpanded rehabilitation servicesAdditional outpatient facilitiesImproved hospital infrastructureHelipad infrastructure 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 environment for education, research, training and professional development.
The Role Offers Complex tertiary-level clinical exposureBroad Intensive Care case mixExposure to both urban and remote patient populationsOpportunities for clinical leadershipTeaching and supervisionResearch and quality improvementProfessional developmentCareer progression within a large health network 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 Registered with AHPRA with at least 12 months' recent experienceCurrently undertaking the CICM training programEligible for the Competent Authority Pathway, including doctors from the UK, Ireland, Canada, USA or New ZealandAn IMG with a CICM interview dateAssessed by CICM as substantially comparable 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 Warm tropical climateBeautiful beachesExcellent cafés and restaurantsVibrant marketsCultural festivals and eventsWorld-class sporting eventsRiverfront parklandsNational parks and waterfallsExcellent fishing and boatingGreat Barrier Reef accessTropical rainforestsMagnetic Island, just a short ferry ride away 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: A wide choice of public and private schoolsSporting facilities and clubsFamily-friendly beaches and parksStrong community connectionsAffordable lifestyle compared with Australia's major metropolitan centresExtensive outdoor and recreational opportunities You can enjoy a morning at the beach, explore rainforest and waterfalls on the weekend, or take a short trip to the Excellent Barrier Reef.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Permanent full-time Intensive Care Consultant positionMajor tertiary hospitalLarge and expanding health serviceBroad and complex clinical exposureMajor redevelopment and infrastructure investmentTeaching and research opportunitiesLeadership and career progressionStrong professional development environmentUrban, regional and remote patient populationCICM pathway applicants consideredCompetent Authority applicants welcomedSubstantially comparable CICM applicants consideredUK, Ireland, Canada, USA & NZ-trained IMGs encouragedOutstanding tropical lifestyleGreat Barrier Reef and Magnetic Island on your doorstep 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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📌 Intensive Care Consultant (Townsville)
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