Senior Medical Officer / Rural Generalist (Weipa)
Join our dynamic healthcare team in Weipa: Where career fulfillment meets tropical bliss!
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About this role
Ready to Shape Health Outcomes Across the Western Cape
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! Give Dr Stephen Johnston a call (0432 280 603) for a chat
🌅 Life in Weipa Starts Here! Tell me more…
Experience life on the edge of Cape York. Swap the daily commute for world-class fishing, breathtaking sunsets and endless outdoor adventures. Located on the western coast of Cape York Peninsula, Weipa is a unique tropical destination where pristine waterways, secluded beaches and rugged landscapes become part of everyday life.
Whether you're casting a line in some of Australia's best fishing spots, exploring remote islands by boat, camping under the stars, or discovering the natural beauty of the Cape, there's always something new to experience. The region's relaxed pace, warm climate and close-knit community create an enviable lifestyle that many only dream about.
In Weipa, you'll enjoy the rare opportunity to combine a rewarding medical career with an exceptional outdoor lifestyle. With adventure at your doorstep and a welcoming community around you, it's easy to see why so many people come for the job and stay for the lifestyle.
🩺 A Career with Purpose
Make your mark in rural and remote healthcare while experiencing the adventure of Cape York. Join a committed and supportive team delivering high-quality, culturally responsive care and creating meaningful change for communities across the Western Cape.
Provide comprehensive primary and secondary healthcare services, including outreach to the communities of Napranum, Mapoon, Aurukun, Kowanyama and Pormpuraaw. With a diverse scope of practice, strong community connections and the opportunity to see the real impact of your work, this is more than a job, it's a career experience you'll never forget.
🌿 What we're looking for — someone who:
- is competent in rural and remote anaesthetic 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
🏡 What's on offer:
- Torres and Cape will give you a career with purpose
- Total remuneration value of $409,980–$612,865 (L13–L27)
- Base salary between $193,191–$282,912 (L13–L27) plus excellent benefits and allowances
- Employer superannuation contribution of 12.75% plus salary packaging and more!
Join our Weipa team today and help deliver exceptional healthcare to our rural and regional communities.
Do more than just medicine—do it all!
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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/TC692802 |
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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
Stephen Johnson |
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Contact details
0432 280 603
Access the National Relay Service |
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Attachments
TC692802 - Role Description (PDF, 542KB)
Role Description 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 |
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