Senior Medical Officer (Rural Generalist/Provisional Fellow)

About us:

Biloela, set in the heart of the Callide Valley, offers a relaxed rural lifestyle with easy access to Rockhampton, Gladstone and the coast. Known for its friendly, welcoming community, you'll enjoy short commutes, strong local connections, and a great mix of social and recreational opportunities.

Biloela Hospital is a 25-bed facility delivering emergency, maternity, medical and surgical services to the Banana region and surrounding communities. Supported by a wide range of allied health and specialist services, the hospital is growing as a key regional hub under the Destination 2030 strategy, with Telehealth expanding access to care.

With recent upgrades supporting the return of birthing services and a strong midwifery-led model of care, Biloela offers a rewarding environment to live, work and make a real impact — all while enjoying a great work-life balance.

About the role:

The Senior Medical Officer (SMO) delivers high-quality primary and secondary care, with a strong focus on patient safety, continuous improvement, and supporting the development of medical students and clinicians.

This is a great opportunity for a Specialist GP / Rural Generalist to provide clinical leadership at Biloela Hospital, including oversight of the Midwifery Group Practice. You'll deliver rural generalist services with a focus on obstetrics and gynaecology, while working collaboratively across CQHHS, including outreach and telehealth when required.

You'll also have opportunities to rotate across CQHHS facilities to maintain your procedural skills.

In this role, you will:

• Support safe, high-quality obstetrics and gynaecology services
• Contribute to clinical governance of the Midwifery Group Practice
• Mentor and support junior doctors, students and multidisciplinary teams
• Participate in patient safety, quality improvement, audits, and service planning

As part of a connected, multi-site service, you may be required to work across CQHHS facilities in line with service needs.

About you:

• You hold a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia. The position is required to maintain registration with the Medical Board of Australia at all times.
  • Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP), Fellowship of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM) or evidence of acceptance as a trainee of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) or Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP).
  • Current Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
  • Enrolment and maintenance of ongoing Continuing Medical Education (CME) program with the appropriate bodies.

What we offer:  

Total remuneration value of up to $508,599 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary rate between $187,569 - $193,436 p.a. (L13-L14)
• A salary rate between $187,569 - $216,643 p.a. (L13-L18)
• A salary rate between $216,643 - $259,072 p.a. (L18-L25)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Professional Development Leave and Allowances ($22,145 p.a. / 3.6 Weeks)
• Overtime and on call allowances
• Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
• Relocation and accommodation assistance (conditions apply)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Senior Medical Workforce: cqhhssmorecruit@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) BA6D681423

Applications close: Sunday, 7 June 2026

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