Take the next step in your medical leadership career as Clinical Director of Medicine at Rockhampton Hospital, where you can make a real difference to healthcare across Central Queensland.
Enjoy the opportunity to lead and inspire a dedicated team while maintaining your clinical expertise. Along with a competitive remuneration package, you'll benefit from a motor vehicle allowance, overtime and on-call allowances, attraction and retention incentives, granted private practice arrangements and a Clinical Manager Allowance during your appointment.
Relocation assistance and accommodation may also be available (conditions apply). Experience the best of regional Queensland, with a rewarding career, relaxed lifestyle and beautiful beaches and outdoor adventures right on your doorstep.
About us:
Rockhampton Hospital is a 305-bed facility and Central Queensland's main referral hospital, delivering a wide range of specialist services including emergency, medicine, surgery, cardiology and cancer care. With state-of-the-art facilities and strong links to tertiary hospitals, our Department of Medicine offers an accredited Basic Physician Training program, supporting the next generation of medical professionals.
About the role:
Make a lasting impact on healthcare across Central Queensland! As Clinical Director of Medicine, you'll lead, inspire and drive excellence while maintaining your clinical expertise.
- Lead high-quality medical services and patient care.
- Champion innovation, safety and continuous improvement.
- Mentor and develop the next generation of clinicians.
- Enjoy a 3-year leadership opportunity, with extension options and a minimum 0.5 FTE clinical component.
About you:
We're looking for an experienced medical specialist with a passion for clinical excellence and leadership. You'll bring:
- Medical qualifications (MBBS or equivalent)
eligible for registration in Australia.
- Specialist registration or eligibility with AHPRA, including FRACP.
- Additional sub-specialty expertise or interests are highly regarded.
You'll be required to provide evidence of your qualifications and registration prior to commencement.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $597,671 p.a. is comprised of:
- A salary rate between $225,305 - $260,864 p.a. (L18-L24)
- A salary rate between $268,430 - $284,318 p.a. (L25-L27)
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading
Extra benefits:
- Professional Development Leave and Allowances ($22,145 p.a. / 3.6 Weeks)
- Motor Vehicle Allowance
- Overtime and on call allowances
- Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
- Generous Salary Sacrificing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To apply, please submit the following:
- Your current CV or resume, including referees.
- A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
- Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
For assistance:
1. Contact Senior Medical Workforce:
[email protected]
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6K696691
Applications close: Tuesday, 22 December 2026
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Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
- RK6K696691 - Clinical Director of Medicine (PDF)
Information for Applicants (PDF)
CQHHS Senior Medical Candidate Document Guide (PDF)
📌 Clinical Director of Medicine (Rockhampton)
🏢 Queensland Health
📍 Rockhampton