Specialist Consultant - Medicine
- Provide high-quality gastroenterology services across a large and diverse regional population.
- Supervise and mentor junior medical staff while participating in outreach services.
- Support clinical excellence, teaching, and patient care initiatives.
Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist – Gastroenterology
Location: Cairns, Queensland
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Up to $281,545 p.a. + superannuation & allowances
Start Date: Negotiable
About the Role
Provide high-quality gastroenterology services across a large and diverse regional population. The role includes inpatient, outpatient, and outreach care, supervision of junior medical staff, and participation in teaching and service development. Some remote outreach work, including overnight stays, may be required. International candidates can be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver specialist gastroenterology care.
- Supervise and mentor junior medical staff.
- Participate in outreach services to regional and remote communities.
- Support clinical excellence, teaching, and patient care initiatives.
Essential Criteria
- Eligible for specialist registration in Australia.
- Fellowship or equivalent qualification in Gastroenterology.
- Strong clinical, leadership, and communication skills.
- Commitment to multidisciplinary and culturally sensitive care.
What’s On Offer
- Competitive salary plus generous superannuation.
- Attraction and retention incentives.
- Professional development allowance and leave.
- Private practice and salary packaging options.
- Flexible work arrangements and wellness programs.
Why Cairns?
Live and work in Tropical North Queensland, surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage rainforests. Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle, year-round warm weather, outdoor adventure, and excellent work-life balance in one of Australia’s most sought-after regional locations.
Enquire today for further information or a detailed position description.
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