Clinical Director

Central Queensland Health is seeking an experienced and motivated leader to guide Obstetrics and Gynaecology services across the Gladstone region. As part of our connected O&G network, you'll provide strategic direction, clinical governance, and hands-on expertise to ensure outstanding outcomes for women and families.

Working closely with colleagues across Rockhampton, Emerald, and rural facilities, you'll lead service planning, performance, and quality initiatives that strengthen care and sustainability. You'll foster a culture of learning, collaboration, and safety - mentoring clinicians and advancing education, research, and innovation.

This role blends leadership and clinical practice, offering up to 0.5 FTE clinical time within a three-year appointment. It's an excellent opportunity for a FRANZCOG who values teamwork, integrity, and the chance to make a lasting impact on regional women's health.

Central Queensland Health provides a networked Obstetrics and Gynaecology service across Rockhampton, Gladstone, Emerald, and surrounding rural communities. At Gladstone Hospital, our 70-bed facility offers comprehensive maternity, obstetric, gynaecological, and surgical services supported by a skilled multidisciplinary team. We are committed to high-quality, safe, and patient-centred care that reflects our values of collaboration, integrity, and respect.

With strong professional support and opportunities for leadership development, CQ Health is a place where senior clinicians can shape services that truly make a difference for patients, teams, and communities alike.

• Provide clinical and strategic leadership for Obstetrics and Gynaecology services at Gladstone Hospital.
• Oversee high-quality, evidence-based care in line with Central Queensland Health and statewide clinical frameworks.
• Lead service planning, workforce management, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain up to 0.5 FTE of clinical practice across obstetrics and gynaecology.
• Promote and participate in education, training, and clinical supervision.
• Contribute to research, innovation, and ongoing service development.
• Work collaboratively across the Central Queensland Health O&G network to ensure integrated, sustainable care.

• You hold Fellowship with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRANZCOG) and registration as a Specialist with AHPRA.
• You're an experienced clinician with a record of excellence in obstetric and gynaecological care.
• You bring strong leadership, management, and strategic planning capability.
• You demonstrate commitment to quality improvement, safety, and evidence-based practice.
• You're an engaging communicator who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
• You value mentorship, lifelong learning, and the chance to influence positive change in women's health.

Total remuneration value of up to $576,777 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary between $216,643 - $266,677 p.a. (L18 – L24; L25 – L27)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Professional Development Leave 3.6 weeks p.a.
• Professional Development Allowance ($21,500 p.a.)
• Motor Vehicle Allowance
• Over-time and on-call allowances
• Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
• Inaccessibility Incentive Allowance - $6,900
• Clinical manager allowance
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Passport

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

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Applications close: Wednesday, 26 November 2025