Director of Paediatrics
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Director of Paediatrics Lead Paediatric Care in One of Australias Most Diverse and Rewarding Regions QLD outback - Exceptional remuneration package: approx. $550000 $685000
Are you an experienced Senior Consultant/Specialist Paediatrician looking for a role with purpose challenge and genuine community impact We are seeking a visionary Director of Paediatrics to lead paediatric services in a remove rural Queensland setting.
This is a unique opportunity to shape service development deliver high-quality specialist care and work with a richly diverse patient population while enjoying one of the most attractive remuneration packages in Queensland Health.
As Director of Paediatrics you will provide strategic clinical and operational leadership across paediatric services at the Hospital and the wider region. You will oversee inpatient and outpatient care neonatal services community programs and outreach clinics while working closely with retrieval teams to support critically unwell children.
Your responsibilities will include:
Whats on Offer
We are seeking a Paediatrician who demonstrates:
How to Apply
Please send your current CV/cover letter to
For a confidential discussion please contact Nicki Wade - Senior Medical Recruitment Consultant on 61
Are you an experienced Senior Consultant/Specialist Paediatrician looking for a role with purpose challenge and genuine community impact We are seeking a visionary Director of Paediatrics to lead paediatric services in a remove rural Queensland setting.
This is a unique opportunity to shape service development deliver high-quality specialist care and work with a richly diverse patient population while enjoying one of the most attractive remuneration packages in Queensland Health.
- Exceptional outback lifestyle with strong community spirit
- Affordable living and direct flights to Brisbane.
- Enjoy stunning national parks lakes gorges and outdoor activities right on your doorstep.
- Its the perfect blend of adventure lifestyle and rewarding regional medical practice.
- FREE Accommodation
- Incredible scope of clinical practice general paediatrics community paediatrics and Level 4 neonatology
- Broad clinical exposure including presentations rarely seen in metropolitan centres
- Serve a young diverse population with 23% identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
- Lead a well-supported team with strong backing from Executive leadership
- Teaching hospital affiliated with the university
- Accredited for RACP and ACRRM training with extensive teaching and research opportunities
- Make a real difference delivering care to remote Indigenous communities across the region.
As Director of Paediatrics you will provide strategic clinical and operational leadership across paediatric services at the Hospital and the wider region. You will oversee inpatient and outpatient care neonatal services community programs and outreach clinics while working closely with retrieval teams to support critically unwell children.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading a multidisciplinary paediatric team (Specialists Developmental Paediatrician Registrars Intern)
- Driving service development innovation and high-quality patient care
- Overseeing departmental resources workforce planning and clinical governance
- Providing clinical education and supervision to registrars rural generalist trainees IMGs and medical students
- Engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to ensure culturally safe care
- Contributing to research safety and quality initiatives and continuous service improvement
Whats on Offer
- Attraction and Retention Allowance (50%)
- Rural and Regional Allowance (15%)
- Motor Vehicle Allowance
- Professional Development Allowance ($22145 per year)
- Locality & Inaccessibility allowances
- 12.75% employer superannuation
- Additional penalties on-call recalls and overtime
- Relocation assistance (as per QH policy)
- Training research and academic opportunities
- A leadership role with genuine impact in remote Australia
We are seeking a Paediatrician who demonstrates:
- FRACP or equivalent specialist qualification recognised in Australia
- Eligibility for specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia
- High-level paediatric skills across acute neonatal and community settings
- Ability to work independently in a regional/remote environment
- Strong communication and leadership abilities
- Experience in teaching supervision and quality improvement
- Commitment to culturally safe healthcare for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families
How to Apply
Please send your current CV/cover letter to
For a confidential discussion please contact Nicki Wade - Senior Medical Recruitment Consultant on 61
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Medical & Nursing
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