Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Urology)

About this role

About the work unit / facility

The Urology Department at Townsville University Hospital is a dynamic and high-performing unit within the Surgical Service Group. Equipped for both open and laparoscopic procedures, the department performs over 600 operations and 500 outpatient procedures annually. TUH is also advancing robotic-assisted surgeries and preparing to become Queensland's second kidney transplant site.

About your new employer

Townsville HHS is the public healthcare provider for over 250,000 people across 150,000km². We operate 21 facilities and employ more than 6,600 staff. We are committed to clinical excellence, career development, a supportive culture, and work/life balance. As a major teaching hospital, we train future health professionals and lead research initiatives to advance healthcare.

We offer:

• Clinical Excellence: Delivering advanced surgical care including robotic-assisted procedures and future transplant services.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to lead education, research, and service development within your specialty.
• Supportive Culture: Work within a collegiate team committed to excellence and collaboration.
• Work/Life Balance: Enjoy generous leave entitlements and flexible working arrangements.

Competitive salary and benefits

• Salary between $9641.00 – $10221.70 (L25-L27) or $8062.00 – $9364.50 (L18-L24).
• 4 to 6 weeks p.a. recreational leave with 14-17.5% loading.
• Generous employer contribution to superannuation of 12.75%.
• Attraction and retention incentive allowance (50% base salary)
• Motor vehicle allowance between $21,000 and $25,500 p.a.
• Professional development allowance of $21,500 p.a. + 3.6 weeks p.a. leave.
• Futher additional benefits may apply.

Additional benefits include salary packaging options, generous leave entitlements, and professional development support.

About your opportunity

As a Staff Specialist or Senior Staff Specialist in Urology, you will provide comprehensive surgical services, lead clinical governance, and contribute to workforce management and service development. You'll be part of a team advancing robotic-assisted surgery and preparing for kidney transplant services.

Requirements

• Registration or eligibility for registration as a specialist with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Accreditation for robotic-assisted surgery and interest in kidney transplant services desirable.
• Awarded SoCP by the THHS Credentialing and SoCP committee.
• Evidence of vaccination or immunity to VPDs as per Queensland Health Policy.
• A probationary period may apply.

Application details

Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact: Marius Goosen on (+61) 7 4433 7721.

Closing Date: Monday, 15 December 2025.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV668472