Staff Specialist Internal Medicine

2 days ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Townsville Hospital and Health Service Full time $100,780 - $1,573,140 per year
Unit / Department
Facility / Location

Internal Medicine, Medical Service Group, Townsville University Hospital

About your opportunity

This position will provide a clinical service in the discipline and liaise with other Hospital Departments as required ensuring the co-ordination and efficiency and costing effectiveness of Hospital services. You will also participate in and oversee quality assurance activities occurring in the Department and participate in teaching activities for Department staff.

About the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS)
Clinical Excellence

Our organisation delivers high-quality care through advanced clinical practice, research, and multidisciplinary collaboration. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we offer opportunities to work on complex cases and contribute to innovative healthcare.

Career Growth and Development

We support growth through structured pathways, secondments, and training. Staff benefit from mentorship and strong ties with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

Enjoy a supportive, community-driven culture with metro-level healthcare in a regional setting.

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment.

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Salary range: $100.78 to $127.77 per hour (L18-L27)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
Requirements:

Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration

  • Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership (if applicable) with the appropriate registration authority or association.
  • Must have Registration as a Specialist Medical Practitioner in Australia and Fellowship with The Royal Australasian College of Physicians.
  • Travel: This position may require the incumbent to work at other facilities within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service.
  • This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
  • Probation period may apply.
  • Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Applications

Enquiries: Dr Tara Cowtan

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-

Applications close: Sunday, 7 December 2025

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Attachments' section for application/interview preparation and future reference.

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