Senior Medical Officer

Senior Medical Officer – Rural Generalist – Anaesthetics (Ingham) Townsville Hospital and Health Service – Townsville QLD The Ingham Health Service is a 28-bed facility delivering Level 3 CFCS services, including maternity, emergency, medical imaging, pharmacy, and allied health. Located in the Hinchinbrook Shire, Ingham offers a vibrant rural lifestyle with access to stunning natural attractions such as Hinchinbrook Island and Wallaman Falls. About the work unit / facility The Ingham Health Service is a 28-bed facility delivering Level 3 CFCS services, including maternity, emergency, medical imaging, pharmacy, and allied health. Located in the Hinchinbrook Shire, Ingham offers a vibrant rural lifestyle with access to stunning natural attractions such as Hinchinbrook Island and Wallaman Falls. About your new employer Townsville HHS is the public healthcare provider for over 250,000 people across 150,000 km². We operate 21 facilities and employ more than 6,600 staff. We are committed to clinical excellence, career development, a supportive culture, and work/life balance. As a major teaching hospital, we train future health professionals and lead research initiatives to advance healthcare. Benefits Clinical Excellence: Access to advanced rural generalist practice and anaesthesia services within a supportive multidisciplinary team. Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, research, and teaching in a dynamic regional health service. Supportive Culture: Work in a collaborative environment that values inclusion, innovation, and patient‑centred care. Work/Life Balance: Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in North Queensland with access to beaches, rainforests, and outdoor adventures. Competitive salary & benefits Salary between $6,980.10 – $10,221.70 per fortnight (L13–L27). 4 to 6 weeks p.a. recreational leave with 14‑17.5% loading. Generous employer contribution to superannuation of 12.75%. Additional benefits include salary packaging options, generous leave entitlements, and professional development support. About your opportunity As a Senior Medical Officer (Rural Generalist – Anaesthetics), you will provide medical leadership and high‑quality clinical care across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings. This role offers the chance to work in a rural hospital environment, contribute to teaching and research, and make a meaningful impact on the health of the Hinchinbrook community. Requirements Current registration or eligibility for registration with the Medical Board of Australia. Either: Currently enrolled with the Australian General Practice Training Program or alternatives available including RVTS or Independent pathway. Fellowship of either the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM) or the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) is preferred. Ideally the candidate would be a Rural Generalist with: Successful completion of advanced skills training in Anaesthetics (JCCA, Dip RGA, Advanced Certification in Rural Generalist Anaesthesia) or about to complete training year (pending examination). This position may also require the incumbent to work at other facilities including Townsville University Hospital to maintain skills within anaesthesia. Class C driver's licence. Evidence of vaccination against VPDs as per Queensland Health policy. A probationary period may apply. Application details Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact: Dr Carmel Cockburn on 3***. Closing Date: Sunday, 11 January 2026. Submit your application via include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr