Senior Medical Officer – Alcohol
2 days ago
Overview
Senior Medical Officer or General Practitioner – Alcohol & Other Drug (AOD) Rehabilitation
Location: Gympie, QLD
Employment Type: Permanent Part-Time (2-3 days per week)
About Us
Hader Clinic Queensland is dedicated to delivering high-quality rehabilitation programs that empower individuals to move from alcohol and other drug use to long-term abstinence. Our vision extends beyond recovery, we aim to help people rebuild their lives, reconnect with their families, and reintegrate as thriving members of the community.
Operating a 25-bed private AOD detox hospital and a 30-bed residential rehabilitation facility in Gympie, we are proud to be at the forefront of evidence-based, person-centred addiction treatment. Many of our highly skilled team members are living examples of recovery and bring both professional expertise and lived experience to the care we provide.
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Medical Officer (SMO) or General Practitioner to join our multi-disciplinary treatment team (MDT) at Hader Clinic Queensland’s private detox hospital in Gympie.
In this role, you will provide high-quality medical leadership and clinical oversight to ensure the safe and effective delivery of detoxification and withdrawal management services. You will work closely with psychiatrist, nurses, psychologists, counsellors, and other allied health professionals to deliver an integrated, patient-centred model of care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide medical assessments, clinical oversight, and detoxification management for clients admitted to the AOD unit.
- Develop, implement, and monitor treatment plans in collaboration with the MDT.
- Support best-practice standards in AOD withdrawal, pharmacotherapy, and risk management.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior medical and nursing staff.
- Participate in case reviews, clinical governance activities, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of clinical outcomes and patient safety within the service.
About You
- Fellowship with RACGP or equivalent, with unrestricted AHPRA registration.
- Proven experience in Addiction Medicine, or General Practice, (experience in AOD or mental health settings highly desirable).
- A sound understanding of detoxification protocols and withdrawal management.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary teamwork.
- Commitment to patient-centred care and recovery-oriented practice.
Why Join Hader Clinic Queensland
- Join a purpose-driven organisation making a tangible difference in people’s lives.
- Work alongside a passionate, values-led MDT committed to holistic recovery.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development in addiction medicine and mental health.
- Supportive and collaborative workplace culture with strong clinical governance.
Apply Now
If you’re a dedicated medical professional passionate about helping people transform their lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience to jay@haderclinicqld.com.au
For further information about Hader Clinic Queensland, visit www.haderclinicqld.com.au or contact us on 1300 856 847
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