Orthopaedic - Principal House Officer

7 hours ago


Springfield Lakes, Queensland, Australia Mater Group Full time $786,360 - $863,760 per year

Ready to make a meaningful impact in a brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital? Join the team at Mater Hospital Springfield and help shape the future of healthcare.

Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking applications for multiple Orthopaedic Principal House Officers to join us in a maximum term, full time role from 2026 for 12 months. Based at our Springfield campus, these roles will be part of a landmark moment in Queensland healthcare at Mater Hospital Springfield — opening early 2026. As Mater's newest public hospital, this state of the art facility will meet the needs of the growing Greater Springfield region. With 174 public beds, ICU, maternity, emergency, and surgical services, it is set to care for over 200,000 patients annually.

Salary range: $65.53 – $71.98 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits 

What you'll be doing

  • Attend Outpatient Department (OPD) and Operating Theatre (OT) sessions as scheduled.
  • Conduct patient examinations, and arrange investigations and treatments, ensuring accurate documentation.
  • Perform daily reviews of inpatients and reassess based on clinical condition.
  • Communicate significant patient updates to the Consultant promptly.
  • Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and timely medical records.
  • Collaborate closely with nursing staff and Allied Health professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
  • Arrange investigations, treatments, and discharges under consultant supervision.
  • Assist in procedures and outpatient clinics, developing clinical and technical skills under supervision.
  • Participate in clinical meetings, education sessions, and training relevant to the role.
  • Provide after-hours on-call support as rostered, sharing duties with fellow PHOs.
  • Complete discharge summaries and correspondence promptly to ensure continuity of care.
  • Support and provide clinical teaching to Senior House Officers (SHOs).
  • Adhere to infection control guidelines to prevent the spread of infection.
  • Contribute to audits and quality improvement initiatives within the Acute Surgical area.

About you

Registration as a medical practitioner without conditions, with the Medical Board of Queensland. In approved circumstances, eligibility for registration, with conditions, as a medical practitioner with the Medical Board of Queensland which must be produced at the commencement of employment.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We're leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it's our people who make the difference.

We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

  • Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits.
  • Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
  • Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
  • Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance.
  • Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few)
  • Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program.
  • Convenient, discounted on-site parking.
  • Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots.
  • Join Queensland's Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

For more information regarding the role, please contact Stephanie Copplin, Service Manager,

Applications close on Sunday the 16th of November 2025. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.



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