Queensland Health (Organisation site)Palliative Care, Medical Service Group, Townsville University HospitalTownsville Hospital and Health Service is the public healthcare provider for more than 250,000 people across a geographic area of 150,000km2, delivering a comprehensive range of services across 21 facilities, from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.Townsville University Hospital, located adjacent to one of Queensland's leading tertiary institutions, James Cook University, is the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, providing specialist referral services for 700,000 people living from Mackay to the Torres Strait, to the Northern Territory border.We are planning and innovating for the future, advancing healthcare through impactful research, training tomorrow's health sector workforce. The Townsville Hospital and Health Service vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland.Our purpose is 'great care every day'. About your opportunity: Fixed term temporary full-time or part-time (hours negotiable) / 12 months / Location: Townsville The primary function of the position is to provide high quality clinical care to patients who are referred to the Palliative Care Service of the Townsville University Hospital.Participate in the ongoing development of Palliative Care Services within the Townsville University Hospital and the surrounding Health Service of North Queensland.In addition, the Registrar will provide supervision of junior medical staff, including some responsibility for providing teaching to junior medical staff and medical students. A comprehensive post-graduate training program is conducted at the Townsville University Hospital.What the Townsville Hospital and Health Service has to offer: Generous remuneration package value up to $182,106 p.a. (full-time) comprising:Salary range of $4966.90 to $6980.10 p.f (full-time). (L4-L13)Salary range of $65.35 to $91.84 p.h. (part-time)(L4-L13)5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.Professional development assistance – allowance, Vocational Training Subsidy (if applicable), PD leave, and exam leaveOther employment benefits may include: professional development, salary sacrificing options, shift and locality allowances, employee wellness and assistance programs, and access to corporate discounts.Candidate Requirements: Advance Life Support Certificate is desirable and will need to be completed upon appointment if not previously held.Degree Qualifications from a recognised tertiary institution and hold Current Registration as a medical practitioner or eligible for Current Registration with the Medical Board of Australia.Successful completion of at least two years post-registration training.This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis.Aged Care Pre-Employment Screening: Applicants are advised this position works in an identified Aged Care Facility as per the Aged Care Act 1997 and therefore requires employees and volunteers to have a current National Police Certificate. Queensland Health will facilitate applicants obtaining the above National Police Certificate.Probation period may apply.Pre-employment checks will be conducted.Please refer to the Role Description for further details. Why make the change? Townsville University Hospital is a great place to work and Townsville itself is a great place to live - with the natural wonders of Magnetic Island a short boat ride away and Townsville being one of the main gateways to the Great Barrier Reef.Townsville offers great cafe culture at the strand with plenty of great walking tracks around the region. It is a dynamic neighbourhood with access to a variety of top-notch educational facilities, cutting-edge medical facilities, affordable housing, distinctive retail stores, great events, and a wide range of recreation opportunities.Interested? Apply ONLINE by: Tuesday, 3 December 2024Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below. #J-18808-Ljbffr