
Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist
2 weeks ago
Title:
Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist
Company:
Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS)
Location
Emergency Department, Townsville University Hospital, TOWNSVILLE QLD
The Opportunity
Step into one of Queensland's largest and busiest Emergency Departments, where your expertise will shape care for over 100,000 patients annually — including 20% paediatric presentations in our dedicated 12-bed paediatric area. With a 30% admission rate and 95% ambulance off-stretcher compliance, Townsville University Hospital (TUH) ED is a high-performing, high-impact environment.
As a TUH ED Staff Specialist, you'll work across adult and paediatric zones, the short stay unit, and contribute to aeromedical retrieval coordination for North Queensland. You'll also play a key role in the Frailty Intervention Team, delivering senior emergency outreach to geriatric patients in residential aged care facilities.
What You'll Do
Deliver expert clinical care across a mixed adult and paediatric ED
Provide consultation and advice to patients, families, and colleagues
Participate in aeromedical coordination for the Northern Zone (credentialing required)
Engage in outreach through the Frailty Intervention Team
Lead and contribute to quality improvement, peer review, and audit
Maintain CPD and work within your awarded Scope of Clinical Practice
Ensure high-quality clinical documentation and mentor junior medical staff
What's on Offer?
We know exceptional clinicians deserve exceptional support. That's why we offer a generous and comprehensive remuneration package designed to reward your expertise and commitment:
Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance – 50% of base salary
Regional and Rural Attraction Allowance – 5% of base salary (Palm Island: 10%)
Motor Vehicle Allowance – Between $21,000 and $25,500 per annum
Professional Development Allowance – $21,500 per annum + 3.6 weeks of professional development leave
Emergency Department Specialist Allowance of 25% base salary.
On-call and shift allowances (if applicable)
Attractive salary sacrificing options
Generous leave entitlements
Flexible Work Options:
Permanent Part-Time: 40 hours per fortnight
Temporary Part-Time: 27 Oct 2025 to 10 May 2026, 40 hours per fortnight
This is more than just a job — it's a chance to thrive in a high-performing emergency department while enjoying the lifestyle and rewards of regional Queensland.
Role Requirements
Fellowship of the Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (FACEM) or equivalent
Possession of a medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a registered tertiary institution
Current registration (or eligibility) with AHPRA to practise emergency medicine
Demonstrated clinical experience in both paediatric and adult Emergency Medicine
Highly desirable: experience and qualifications in adult and paediatric emergency medicine, pre-hospital care, and aeromedical retrieval
About the Location
Nestled in tropical North Queensland, Townsville combines natural beauty, rich history, and modern amenities. With beautiful beaches, the iconic Castle Hill, and access to the Great Barrier Reef and Magnetic Island, it's ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. As a hub for education, the military, and cultural events, Townsville offers a great laid-back coastal lifestyle and affordable living. Whether you're exploring its waterfront promenade or soaking up the tropical sunshine, Townsville offers something for everyone. Townsville is a great place to call home
This is your opportunity to join a dynamic consultant team in a tertiary referral ED that serves as the major emergency hub for North Queensland. Whether you're looking to broaden your paediatric exposure, contribute to retrieval medicine, or make a meaningful impact in aged care outreach — TUH ED offers unmatched diversity and challenge.
Interested?
Enquiries: Natalie Ly on /
Apply online:
Closing date: Tuesday, 9 September 2025.
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