Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist Pain Medicine

The role  

• Provide specialist clinical care to patients with Persistent Pain, in particular related to Pelvic Pain as part of the North Queensland Pelvic Pain and Endometriosis Service. In addition, to contribute to professional leadership of medical staff within the department, and to be an active contributor to the multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to educational and research activities of the North Queensland Persistent Pain Management Service, including specialist training in the discipline of Pain Medicine.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements including:

• Salary range: $103.80 - $131.61 p.h. (L18-L27)
• 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata) with 17.5% loading
• Allowances: Locality, Atraction and Retention, Motor Vehicle, Regional and Rural, Professional Development + leave
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

• Qualified as a medical practitioner with qualifications in pain medicine and current registration and / or eligibilty for registration as a specialist with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Fellowship status with the Faculty of Pain Medicine (FPM) ANZCA is required.
• All applicants must be awarded SoCP by the THHS Credentialing and SoCP committee. All appointments are subject to maintenance of SoCP within the CSCF for the facilities in which clinical work is to be undertaken. 

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

The ideal applicant will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstration the following:

• Knowledge of current medical practices and issues, and evidence of an appropriate level of expertise in the skills of the discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to review, analyse and evaluate patient care for the identification of appropriate treatment and investigations.
• Ability to maintain accurate and complete medical records – clinical, administrative and statistical.
• Well-developed communication skills (written, oral and interpersonal skills) with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff and hospital clients from a variety of backgrounds.
• A personal commitment to the maintenance of high standards in the clinical care to patients and proven ability to react promptly to emergency or urgent situations impacting upon patient care.
• Ability to practice medicine in a cross-cultural environment.
• Build relationships with patients and members of the multidisciplinary team, using strong communications skills and negotiation skills to understand needs and to deliver a service that meets their needs and policy guidelines.

About your employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a dynamic tertiary healthcare environment with access to advanced clinical practice, research opportunities and complex casework. Staff benefit from strong partnerships with James Cook University, supporting ongoing education, research and professional development.

We provide clear pathways for career progression, including leadership development, secondments and specialist training opportunities. Our workplace culture is collaborative, inclusive and community‑focused, offering the scope of a major referral centre with the lifestyle advantages of a regional location.

Located in beautiful North Queensland, the Townsville region offers vibrant communities, affordable living, outdoor adventure and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. We prioritise work–life balance through flexible work options, job stability and a family‑friendly environment.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Dr Aman Ahuja on (07) 4433 5303

Applications close:  Saturday, 25 April 2026https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV679472

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.