Medical Director

3 weeks ago

Townsville City, Australia The Medical Journal of Australia (MJA) Full time

Overview

Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS)

Location: Townsville University Hospital, QLD

Employment Type: Temporary Part-Time (0.2 FTE)

Contract Duration: Up to 30 June 2028

Classification: L18–L27

Remuneration: Salary:$100.78–$127.77 p.h. + allowances + superannuation

Reference: QLD/TV661820

Townsville Hospital and Health Service is seeking applications from senior medical specialists for the position of Medical Director – Townsville Cancer Centre (TCC). This leadership role encompasses strategic oversight of clinical governance, workforce planning, education, and research across a comprehensive cancer service.

The successful candidate will provide executive-level leadership while maintaining a negotiated clinical caseload. The role involves direct engagement with Clinical Directors across oncology, haematology, radiation oncology, and palliative care, and supports integration with academic and research institutions including James Cook University.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead multidisciplinary cancer care delivery and service development

- Provide clinical governance and workforce planning

- Support education, training, and research initiatives

- Maintain clinical practice within negotiated scope

Essential Criteria

- Fellowship of a recognised specialist medical college

- Current registration or eligibility for registration with the Medical Board of Australia

- Demonstrated experience in clinical governance and multidisciplinary leadership

- Eligibility for Scope of Clinical Practice (SoCP) within THHS

- Postgraduate qualifications in health management (desirable)

About the Townsville Cancer Centre

TCC is a tertiary referral centre offering advanced cancer care services, including MRI Linac and HDR brachytherapy. The centre is committed to evidence-based practice, innovation, and collaborative research.

Enquiries

Enquiries: Dr Kelvin Robertson – (07) 4433 1269

Applications close: Sunday, 26 October 2025

Apply via: smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV661820

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