Senior Medical Officer / Rural Generalist (Bamaga)
From the top of Australia to the heart of Healthcare: Join Torres and Cape HHS for a rewarding journey in remote health.
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About this role
Senior Medical Officers & Rural Generalists - Expressions of Interest
Applications accepted anytime for 6 months
Are you seeking your next medical career opportunity in rural and remote healthcare?
We are inviting applications from experienced Senior Medical Officers (L13-L18) and Rural Generalists (L18-L27) for both current and anticipated vacancies over the next six months.
Opportunities Available:
- Permanent, temporary, and medical relief pool appointments
- Full-time and Part-time positions
Apply Anytime!
Applications will be assessed throughout the advertising period. There is no need to wait for the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to submit their application as soon as possible for consideration against current and future opportunities.
📞 CALL US! Dr Jennifer Wharton - 0477 508 295 would love to speak with you and discuss the great opportunity.
🌊 Life in Bamaga? Tell me more…
Bamaga offers a relaxed tropical lifestyle at the northern tip of Australia, with a strong sense of community, rich Indigenous culture and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. Residents enjoy a close-knit community environment, beautiful natural surroundings and a slower pace of life that provides an excellent work-life balance.
Surrounded by stunning beaches, fishing spots, rainforest and the unique landscapes of Cape York, Bamaga is perfect for those who love outdoor adventure and exploring the region's natural beauty. The township provides essential amenities including schools, shops, healthcare services, sporting facilities and regular air connections, ensuring a comfortable lifestyle while enjoying one of Australia's most remarkable locations.
🩺 What to expect:
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of communities across the Northern Peninsula while working within a supportive rural healthcare team. Based in hospital, primary care, or a combination of both settings, you will deliver high-quality, culturally responsive medical care, support chronic disease management, and work closely with patients, families and multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive health outcomes.
The role offers a diverse and rewarding scope of practice, with opportunities to contribute to population health initiatives, quality improvement activities, service development and health equity outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You will also support supervision and teaching activities, maintain professional development, and play an important role in delivering safe, patient-centred care across the region.
Whether you are looking for a long-term move, or the opportunity to 'try-before-you-buy' (casual) make the move to Torres and Cape!
🌿 What we're looking for — someone who:
- is competent in rural and remote practice and wants their work to genuinely matter
- is respectful and community‑aware and passionate about delivering culturally safe care
- is encouraging and steady for colleagues and is broad‑skilled and adaptable
- values teamwork and respectful communication
🏡 What's on offer:
- Torres and Cape will give you a career with purpose
- Total remuneration value of $416,880–$619,765 (L13–L27) - base salary $119,319-$282,912 (L13–L27) + excellent benefits and allowances
- Employer superannuation contribution of 12.75% plus salary packaging
- and more!
Join our name of site here team today and help deliver exceptional healthcare to our rural and regional communities.
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How do I apply? Applications should be submitted online via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.
Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
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 Casual,Permanent,Temporary |
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Position type Full-time,Part-time |
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Occupational group Health - Medical |
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Classification L13-L27 |
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Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld |
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Job ad reference QLD/TC691177 |
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Closing date 31-Mar-2027 |
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Fortnightly salary |
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Salary other |
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Job duration
Various contracts available |
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Contact person
Jennifer Wharton |
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Contact details
0477 508 295
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Attachments
1 TCHHS Applicant Information Pack (PDF, 7.50MB)
Information Package for Applicants 2 Map Info (PDF, 907KB) Information Package for Applicants 5 Med Officer CV template (Word, 26KB) Information Package for Applicants TC691177 Job Description (PDF, 279KB) Role Description |
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