Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Geriatrician) (Bundaberg)
Bundaberg Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Geriatrician to join the Department of Medicine. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care to an older and diverse population while contributing to the continued development of geriatric services in a growing regional health service. Located in the heart of the Wide Bay region, Bundaberg offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle, affordable living, and excellent work–life balance, making it an ideal location for both established specialists and those seeking a rewarding regional career.
About this role
Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.
Your opportunity:
- The Staff Specialist (Geriatrician) position has been established to provide senior clinical leadership and specialist geriatric medicine services at the Bundaberg Hospital. The role is pivotal in leading contemporary models of care for frail older persons across acute, subacute, ambulatory, community and virtual settings.
- The position has a primary focus on leadership and service development in Rapid Access Frailty Services, virtual geriatric care, cognitive and behavioural services (including dementia and BPSD), orthogeriatric care, and rehabilitation services. The role also provides consultant oversight of the Geriatric Evaluation and Management Unit (GEM).
Find out more in the Role Description.
Our offer:
We are offering a competitive remuneration package value up to $549,694 p.a., including salary between $216,643 - $274,678 p.a., generous employer superannuation (up to 12.75%), salary sacrifice perks, and flexible rostering for optimal work/life balance. JAR: H2601WB674461.
Regional Queensland residents enjoy a lower cost of living and affordable housing in one of the world's most beautiful and diverse regions.
Discover Bundaberg
Bundaberg and the Coral Coast region is where the coastline meets the country, just four hours' drive north of Brisbane. Indulge in the region's fresh local produce, seafood and iconic drinks and enjoy endless stretches of family-friendly beaches and nearby national parks where you can camp, fish, swim and surf the day away. Bundaberg is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and has an enviable year-round climate. The city boasts excellent shopping, sporting, cultural, education and tourism facilities including Mon Repos Turtle Rookery.
How to apply:
The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***
Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure
‘Care, connection and compassion for all'
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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Job details
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Position status Permanent |
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Position type Full-time |
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Occupational group Health - Medical |
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Classification L18-L27 , L25-L27 |
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Workplace Location Wide Bay |
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Job ad reference QLD/H2601WB674461 |
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Closing date 05-Mar-2026 |
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Job duration
Permanent Full Time (80 hours p.f.) |
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Contact person
Dr Dhananjay Parshuramkar |
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Contact details
(07) 4150 2900
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Attachments
Medical Practitioner Curriculum Vitae 2012 (Word, 58KB)
Information Package for Applicants Information for Applicants Jan 2020 (PDF, 285KB) Information Package for Applicants Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF, 787KB) Information Package for Applicants H2601WB674461 RD (PDF, 676KB) Role Description Document Preparation Guide (PDF, 3.57MB) Information Package for Applicants H2601WB674461 - Flyer (PDF, 696KB) Information Package for Applicants |
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