About your opportunity
This role is the perfect opportunity for a motivated clinician looking for a new challenge or progression in their career, who possess a high level of experience working within the rehabilitation environment. You will be working in a supportive and friendly unit where autonomy and innovation are highly valued, and ongoing learning and professional development opportunities are encouraged and supported.
This role is responsible for the provision of high-level clinical services for people with Spinal Cord Injury across Northern Queensland and will provide specialised nursing services including initiating and leading service improvement, research, and quality activities. The role is part of multi-disciplinary team providing patient centred care in line with the organisational values and strategic directions. PLEASE NOTE - This is a temporary part-time role, up to 28/02/2027, working 45.6 hours per fortnight. There is a possibility of an extension not exceeding a total of 12 months. About your new employer
Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a dynamic and supportive environment with access to advanced clinical practice, specialised expertise, and opportunities to work within a leading tertiary service. We are committed to ongoing professional development, providing structured career pathways, education and training programs, and solid partnerships with James Cook University.
Our organisation promotes a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture, where staff are supported to grow, contribute, and thrive. Located in North Queensland, we offer the benefits of a regional lifestyle, including short commutes, affordable living, and access to diverse urban, rural, and coastal communities, supporting a healthy work/life balance. Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.



* Salary range: $70.92 - $77.00 p.h. (NG7) * 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation * 4 weeks (pro rata) annual leave with 17.5% loading * Locality and Uniform allowance * Professional Development allowance and leave * Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available Requirements: * Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory. * Driver Licence: This position requires the applicant to possess an appropriate license to operate a Class C (car) motor vehicle. * Applicant ideally will have a working knowledge of a range of software packages used in the clinical and management environment, e.g., S/4 HANA, Microsoft Windows, Access and Power Point. Sound Microsoft Excel skills would be considered beneficial * Travel: This position may be required to travel to (via small planes or ferry), and work at, other facilities located within the THHS, e.g., participate in clinical activities or meetings for planning, quality, performance and education. This may involve day and/or overnight stays. The successful applicant must be able to commit to this requirement. * Highly Desirable: Possession of a relevant postgraduate qualification in an appropriate field is highly desirable. Such experience may be discipline specific or have a service area focus. * This is a VPD risk role. Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis. Please refer to the Role Description for further details. Apply now and be part of something extraordinary! Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Sandra Phillips on (07) 4433 5222
Applications close: Sunday, 8 November 2026 Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

📌 Clinical Nurse Consultant - North Queensland Spinal Cord Injury Service (Townsville)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Townsville