Attending Physician, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Employer: Townsville Hospital and Health Service Location: Townsville University Hospital, Queensland, Australia Salary: Remuneration package up to AUD$536,916 p.a. + Benefits (L18–L27) Contract Type: Permanent Full-Time (80 hours per fortnight) Attending Physician, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine (PICU) Townsville Hospital and Health Service invites applications for an Attending Physician, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine (PICU) at Townsville University Hospital, Queensland. This permanent full-time position offers a rare opportunity to practice in Australia's only tropical, standalone PICU, serving a vast and diverse population across Northern Queensland. As part of a dynamic and expanding team, you will deliver high‑acuity care, participate in retrieval services to remote regions including Cape York and the Torres Strait, and contribute to education, research, and service development. This role combines clinical excellence with the chance to shape paediatric critical care in one of the most unique and rewarding environments in the world. Key Responsibilities Provide high‑acuity care to critically ill children across TUH's Pediatric ICU and High Dependency Unit. Participate in the Yalurin Pediatric Retrieval Service, transporting patients from remote regions including Cape York, Torres Strait, and the Gulf of Carpentaria. Deliver evidence‑based care for a complex caseload including major trauma, marine envenomation, post‑operative support, and multi‑organ monitoring. Collaborate with TUH's expanding pediatric sub‑specialties and world‑class paediatric radiology service. Contribute to education and mentoring of junior consultants, trainees, and allied health staff. Participate in clinical governance, service development, audit, and research initiatives. Engage in outreach support and advisory services to surrounding health services. Share an equitable on‑call roster covering PICU and retrieval operations. Candidate Requirements Proof of qualification and specialist registration with AHPRA (or eligibility for registration). Experience in paediatric intensive care and retrieval medicine. Engagement in teaching, mentoring, and multidisciplinary collaboration. International applicants are welcome: support is available for medical registration and relocation. Benefits Remuneration package up to AUD$536,916 p.a. (approx. USD $350,000; L18–L27). Attraction and retention incentive allowance (50% base salary). Regional and rural attraction allowance (5% base salary). Motor vehicle allowance. Annual leave (5 weeks) + 17.5% loading. Professional development allowance + 3.6 weeks p.a. leave. Salary packaging options to maximise take‑home pay. Relocation assistance and additional benefits may be available. Supportive team culture with opportunities for career progression. Living in Townsville Townsville is the largest city in Northern Queensland and the gateway to some of Australia's most iconic natural wonders. With more than 300 days of sunshine each year, the city offers a warm tropical climate and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. Residents enjoy easy access to the Great Barrier Reef, Magnetic Island, and the Outback, making Townsville a destination where professional challenge meets adventure. The city combines affordable living with excellent schools, a thriving university and research sector, and a strong health and medical community. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventure, family‑friendly facilities, or career growth, Townsville provides the perfect balance of lifestyle and opportunity. Contact Dr Andrew Clift – Apply online: close : Wednesday, December 31, #J-18808-Ljbffr