Obstetrician & Gynaecologist – New Fellow / Early Career Specialist
Mater Mothers' Hospital | Brisbane, Queensland
12-Month Specialist Opportunity | Large Private Practice Retainer Available | Flexible schedule
A Unique Opportunity for a New FRANZCOG Specialist
Mater Mothers' Hospital is Queensland's premier women's health facility and the state's largest maternity care provider, serving as a major referral centre for complex obstetric and Maternal-Fetal Medicine cases.
Mater Health is offering a unique 12-month opportunity for one exceptional new Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology in 2027.
Recognising the limited opportunities available for Senior Registrars transitioning into independent specialist practice, this position has been specifically designed to provide a new Fellow with the opportunity to work independently as a Specialist while remaining supported within an experienced team environment.
Large Private Practice Retainer Available
A significant feature of this opportunity is the potential to establish a substantial private practice, supported by the co-located Mater Mothers' Private and Mater Private Hospital Brisbane.
For the right candidate, there is potential to negotiate a large private practice retainer/package, providing an attractive financial platform while developing a long-term private patient base.
The position may suit a new Fellow looking to develop a career across:
- Public obstetrics and gynaecology
- Private obstetrics and gynaecology
- A mixed public/private practice
- General obstetrics and gynaecology
- Advanced gynaecological surgery
What's on Offer
- 12-month Specialist appointment commencing in 2027
- Opportunity designed specifically for a new FRANZCOG Fellow
- Large private practice retainer/package available for the right candidate
- Opportunity to establish and grow a private patient base
- Access to Mater's private practice model
- Co-located Mater Mothers' Private Hospital and Mater Private Hospital Brisbane
- Flexible hours negotiable to facilitate private practice and other commitments
- Tertiary-level obstetric and gynaecological experience
- Exposure to complex obstetrics and Maternal-Fetal Medicine
- Major vaginal, abdominal and advanced laparoscopic gynaecological surgery
- Opportunity to participate in rural and regional Queensland outreach
- Teaching, research, audit and clinical governance opportunities
- Salary commensurate with experience + superannuation
- Not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900
- Access to a comprehensive range of Mater staff benefits
About Mater Mothers' Hospital
Mater Mothers' Hospital is Australia's largest maternity hospital and a leading centre for women's health.
The service provides comprehensive maternity care, including complex obstetric and Maternal-Fetal Medicine services, and acts as a major referral centre for women across South East Queensland.
A busy general gynaecology service complements the maternity program, providing women with access to specialist care across:
- General gynaecology
- Major vaginal surgery
- Abdominal surgery
- Advanced laparoscopic surgery
- Ambulatory gynaecology
- Complex obstetric care
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine
The Opportunity
This role provides a new Fellow with the opportunity to transition into independent Specialist practice within a supportive tertiary hospital environment.
The successful applicant will ideally be seeking to develop a long-term career in General Obstetrics & Gynaecology, whether within the public system, private practice or a combination of both.
You Will Have The Opportunity To
- Provide tertiary-level antenatal and intrapartum care
- Manage complex obstetric presentations
- Participate in operating lists within Brisbane's busy general gynaecology service
- Develop your private practice through Mater's established private practice model
- Work collaboratively with experienced Obstetricians & Gynaecologists
- Work alongside medical, midwifery and allied health professionals
- Participate in education and supervision of junior doctors
- Contribute to clinical audit, research and quality improvement
- Participate in risk management and administrative activities
Mater Flying O&G; Service
There is also an opportunity to participate in the Mater Flying O&G; Service, undertaking week-long gynaecology-focused rotations to rural and regional Queensland.
This provides valuable exposure to regional women's health while offering the opportunity to contribute to the provision of specialist s