Senior Registrar General Surgery, Queensland Health

2 weeks ago


Northern QLD, Australia Department of Health - Queensland Full time $100,000 - $150,000 per year

General Surgery Fellow – Upper Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary, General Surgery Unit, Townsville University Hospital, L4–L13, Temporary Full-Time (12 months)

Join a dynamic surgical team in North Queensland and gain advanced experience in hepatobiliary, upper GI, bariatric and pancreatic surgery.

About the work unit / facility

General Surgery – Townsville University Hospital

Located in Northern Australia's largest tertiary hospital, the General Surgery Unit offers advanced surgical training in hepatobiliary, upper GI, bariatric and pancreatic procedures. Fellows work across public and private sectors, contributing to clinical excellence and multidisciplinary care.

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence, Career Growth, Supportive Culture, Work/Life Balance

Townsville HHS is a leading healthcare provider serving over 250,000 people across 150,000km². With 21 facilities and over 6,600 staff, we offer world-class care, impactful research, and a strong teaching culture. Our values focus on integrity, compassion, and innovation.

Competitive salary and benefits

  • Attraction and retention incentive allowance: 50% of base salary
  • Regional and rural attraction allowance: 5% of base salary
  • Motor vehicle allowance: $21,000–$25,500 p.a.
  • Professional development allowance: $21,500 p.a weeks p.a. leave

About your opportunity

As a General Surgery Fellow, you'll gain hands-on experience in complex procedures, lead ward rounds, supervise junior staff, and contribute to research and teaching. This role is ideal for surgeons preparing for consultant-level practice.

Requirements

  • MBBS or equivalent, current registration or eligibility with the Medical Board of Australia.
  • This is a VPD risk role requiring vaccination evidence.

Application details

For a confidential discussion, contact: Dr Scott Whiting on:

Applications Close: Tuesday, 23 September 2025.

Submit your application via ( ), include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.



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