General Surgery Fellow (Upper Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary)

About your new employer:

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $133,848 to $187,569 p.a. (L4-L13)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development assistance (allowance, PD leave, and exam leave)
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity:

This part-time public position in Townsville University Hospital is for surgeons looking to expand their expertise in Hepato-Biliary and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery and/or prepare for further training.  The position is 0.5FTE at the public hospital with additional time each week spent with the same surgeons in the private sector.

Requirements:

• Mandatory qualifications (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery or equivalent) and proof of registration.
• Enter other requirements, e.g., Drivers Licence or desirable quals etc.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. 
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Dr Scott Whiting on (07) 4433 7721.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV684104

Applications close: Wednesday, 29 July 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.