Staff Specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology
About this role
You will receive a competitive remuneration package value from $391,401 (L18) up to $489,067 (L27) comprising salary rates between $106.91 (L18) and $135.55 p.h. ( L27), motor vehicle allowance, professional development allowance, professional development leave 3.6 weeks p.a., regional attraction allowance, professional indemnity cover and private practice arrangements. Superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) will be applied additionally to the total remuneration value. This is a temporary full and/or part time position, hours negotiable.
What your day could look like
As a Staff Specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology, you'll help improve the health and wellbeing of women and families across the region. Working with a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you'll deliver specialist care, support healthcare colleagues and contribute to better outcomes for patients and communities.
Every day, you'll contribute by:
- Providing specialist care that promotes safe and positive patient outcomes.
- Working closely with clinicians and midwives to deliver coordinated care.
- Driving quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
- Supporting training and development of future health professionals.
Let's talk about you!
You're a skilled specialist who brings compassion, integrity and sound clinical judgement to every interaction. You enjoy working with others, sharing knowledge and improving care for women and families. You'll be motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while helping strengthen services across the region.
Here's what will help you thrive:
- Specialist registration and recognised qualifications relevant to the role.
- Expertise in obstetric and gynaecological care.
- Strong communication, leadership and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to quality improvement and ongoing learning.
You'll stand out if you have rural or regional healthcare experience and/or experience in teaching or research.
Most importantly, you'll be passionate about delivering excellent care and living the values of Compassion, Integrity, Dignity, Innovation and Courage.
Together, you'll help create healthier futures for communities across the Darling Downs.
Why Join Darling Downs Health?
At Darling Downs Health, we care for over 300,000 people across our expansive region. No matter where you live in our region, from Taroom in the north to Texas in the south, our purpose is to ensure accessible and sustainable care. It's complex, challenging work that makes a real difference – and the career possibilities are endless.
Whether you're a doctor, nurse, allied health professional, facilities team member, or administrator, you'll see your impact firsthand. Here, you'll find opportunities that simply don't exist elsewhere: the chance to lead initiatives, develop specialties, and embrace responsibilities that would take years to access in larger health services.
Darling Downs Health is where you can step up sooner, grow faster, and help shape the future of care across our region.
Your career at Darling Downs Health also comes with meaningful rewards:
- Maximise your take‑home pay with salary packaging and generous leave entitlements.
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements that support balance and variety.
- Access professional development funding, study leave and clear career pathways.
- Be part of a diverse and inclusive culture that values learning and collaboration.
- Take care of your wellbeing with EAP access, private health insurance discounts and the Fitness Passport.
For a full list of benefits, visit: Darling Downs Health Benefits
Your future is here. Where are you?
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in a place that values people and purpose, we'd love to hear from you.
Click “Apply Now” to submit your application and upload the requested documents.
Find out more about us!
Visit our careers site to learn more about working with Darling Downs Health:
www.health.qld.gov.au/darlingdowns
#WorkDDHHS #OpportunityImpact #TheyreHere
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
We’re building a welcoming, inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and supported.
Before you apply, please take a moment to read the attached documents to learn about the role and process.
Job details
|
Position status Fixed Term Temporary |
|
Position type Flexible-full-time,Flexible-part-time |
|
Occupational group Health - Medical |
|
Classification L18-L27 |
|
Workplace Location Toowoomba region |
|
Job ad reference QLD/DD2609692924 |
|
Closing date 12-Oct-2026 |
|
Yearly salary |
|
Fortnightly salary |
|
Total remuneration |
|
Salary other |
|
Job duration
12 Months |
|
Contact person
Dr Tilo Asmussen |
|
Contact details
07 4616 6000
Access the National Relay Service |
|
Attachments
Candidate Application Guide (PDF, 653KB)
Information Package for Applicants Medical-cv-template-2026 (Word, 322KB) Application Kit DD2609692924 Role Description (PDF, 783KB) Role Description |
Need help?
If you have any questions about your account or accessing this website, please visit Queensland Health for more information.