Senior Medical Officer (Rural Generalist) - Moranbah Hospital

Moranbah Hospital
Division of Public Health & Rural Services
Mackay Hospital and Health Service

The team at Moranbah Hospital is seeking applications for Senior Medical Officers (Rural Generalists) to join their team on a Permanent Full-time / Part-time basis. Temporary considered.

Mackay Hospital and Health Service has 6 hospitals, 2 multi-purpose health services and 4 community health centres that employ more than 3,700 staff.

The district covers an area of approximately 90,000km2 and provides services to patients and their families in Bowen, Cannonvale, Clermont, Collinsville, Dysart, Glenden, Mackay, Middlemount, Moranbah, Proserpine and Sarina.

Our staff are passionate about community engagement and delivering outstanding healthcare services to the communities throughout our diverse region.

Our Vision is to deliver Queensland's Best Rural and Regional Health Care, and our Purpose is to deliver outstanding health care services to our communities.

About Moranbah and Moranbah Hospital

Moranbah is a thriving, family-friendly regional community in the heart of Queensland's Bowen Basin, approximately 200km west of Mackay. The town offers a strong community spirit, excellent sporting and recreational facilities, and a diverse range of employment opportunities for partners across health, education, mining, business, trades and professional services.

Moranbah Hospital provides a broad scope of rural health services to the Isaac Region and is supported by the wider Mackay Hospital and Health Service. The hospital operates a 24-hour Emergency Department and provides inpatient, outpatient and community services. The new Moranbah Hospital provides a modern clinical environment and is equipped with CT imaging, supporting the delivery of high-quality acute and emergency care locally.

Your opportunity

Provide high-quality clinical services within a supportive rural team environment while benefiting from close professional links to Mackay. This role offers the opportunity to practice broad rural medicine within a well-connected service, supporting continuity of care across the Bowen Basin and greater Whitsunday area.

Some of our great benefits on offer:

• Competitive wages, salary packaging and leave entitlements
• Flexible working arrangements
• A diverse work culture
• Career development
• Professional development opportunities
• Education opportunities, study and research

Mandatory qualifications / Professional registration / Other requirements

• Mandatory possession of a qualification from a registered tertiary institution and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with a current annual practicing certificate is essential.
• Must hold and maintain Fellowship as a Rural Generalist (FACRRM or FRACGP-RG or RACGP FARGP with RANZCOG Assoc Advanced Procedural or equivalent).
• Appointment as a Rural Generalist (Level 18 - Level 27) or Provisional Fellow (Level 13 - Level 14) will require qualifications awarded by either ACRRM or RACGP in one or more advanced skill disciplines.
• The successful applicant must achieve and maintain Credentialling and Scope of Clinical Practice in accordance with MHSS policy to perform clinical requirements of the role, this includes ongoing CPD requirements of an enrolled college.
• Declaration of any current, criminal, or significant previous disciplinary proceedings or restrictions on clinical practice.
• It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against diseases as listed on the role description.

Enquiries:

Dr Hannah Trimble -

Job ad reference:

MK694970

Closing date:

15 November 2026

Moranbah Hospital invites applications for a Senior Medical Officer (Rural Generalist) to deliver high-quality clinical care in a supportive rural team. The role offers opportunities to practice broad rural medicine with close links to the Mackay Hospital and Health Service.

Permanent full-time or part-time appointments are available, with temporary options considered. The service supports CPD, professional development, and flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.

Senior Medical Officer (Rural Generalist) - Cape York Kidney Care

Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service, Weipa

Permanent Full Time Senior Medical Officer position available

• Total remuneration package comprising $409,980 up to $612,865
• Competitive salary packaging - generous employer superannuation contribution (12.75%) and salary packaging options -see Salary and benefits Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
• Generous leave entitlements including leave loading
• Professional Development

Tell me more

Are you a Rural Generalist with Adult Internal Medicine expertise, or a Specialist GP looking for a role that offers clinical variety, cultural connection, and the opportunity to make a real difference?

Join the Cape York Kidney Care Program and help shape better health outcomes across one of Australia's most unique and rewarding regions.

Based in Weipa, you'll work alongside a passionate multidisciplinary team delivering specialist kidney care to communities including Napranum, Mapoon, Aurukun, Pormpuraaw and Kowanyama, helping people access high-quality care closer to home.

Enquiries: Dr Stephen Johnston -

Job Ad Reference: QLD-TC689800

Closing date: 17 November 2026

Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service, Weipa, is seeking a Senior Medical Officer - Rural Generalist for Weipa. Roles include permanent, temporary, and relief pool appointments across full-time and part-time shifts in a remote Cape York community.

Remuneration ranges from $409,980 to $612,865 total, with 12.75% employer superannuation and salary packaging options, plus generous leave loading. The position involves delivering comprehensive primary and secondary healthcare with outreach to

Senior Medical Officer / Rural Generalist (Obstetrics) - Weipa

Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service, Weipa

Remuneration:

• Total remuneration value of $409,980 - $612,865 (L13-L27)
• Competitive salary packaging - generous employer superannuation contribution (12.75%) and salary packaging options - see Salary and benefits Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
• Generous leave entitlements including leave loading
• Professional Development

Work Remote. Live Coastal. Love Weipa.

Take your next step with rural and remote healthcare!

Seeking applications from experienced Senior Medical Officers (L13-L18) and Rural Generalists (L18-L27) Obstetrics for both current and anticipated vacancies.

Opportunities available:

• Permanent, temporary (Full-time / Part-time) and relief pool
• Rural Generalists with an AST/ARST (ACRRM or RACGP) in Obstetrics

Discover Weipa

Experience a rewarding career in Weipa, a unique coastal community on the doorstep of Cape York. Enjoy a relaxed tropical lifestyle, strong community spirit, and access to some of Australia's most spectacular natural landscapes, with world-class fishing, boating, camping, four-wheel-driving, pristine beaches, and breathtaking sunsets.

Expand your clinical skills, make a genuine difference and enjoy the perfect balance of professional fulfilment and outdoor adventure.

A career with purpose

Make a difference where it matters most. Join a dedicated rural healthcare team and help improve the health and wellbeing of women, babies, and families across the Western Cape. Deliver high-quality, culturally responsive care within a supportive multidisciplinary environment and build strong community connections.

Provide comprehensive obstetric and maternity care across Weipa and surrounding communities, supporting women through pregnancy, birth, post-partum, and neonatal care. Work with a skilled multidisciplinary team and contribute to outreach services across Napranum, Mapoon, Aurukun, Kowanyama, and Pormpuraaw.

What's on offer:

• Total remuneration value of $409,980 - $612,865 (L13-L27)
• Employer superannuation contribution of 12.75% and more!

Join our Weipa team today and deliver exceptional healthcare to our rural and regional communities.

Enquiries:

Dr Stephen Johnston -

Job Ad Reference:

QLD-TC693020

Closing date:

31 March 2027

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Senior Medical Officer - Rural Generalist (Weipa) Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service, Weipa

Remuneration:

• Total remuneration value of $409,980 - $612,865
• Competitive Salary packaging: Generous employer superannuation contribution - 12.75% and salary packaging optionsSalary and benefits Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
• Generous leave entitlements including leave loading
• Professional Development

Ready to Shape Health Outcomes Across the Western Cape
Seeking applications from experienced Senior Medical Officers (L13-L18) and Rural Generalists (L18-L27) for both current and anticipated vacancies.

• Permanent, temporary, and medical relief pool appointments
• Full-time and Part-time positions

Life in Weipa Starts Here!
Experience life on the edge of Cape York in Weipa, where a rewarding medical career meets an exceptional tropical lifestyle. Surrounded by pristine waterways, secluded beaches and rugged landscapes, you'll enjoy world-class fishing, boating, camping and outdoor adventure right on your doorstep. With its warm climate, relaxed pace and welcoming community, Weipa offers a unique opportunity to make a real impact professionally while enjoying a lifestyle many only dream of.

A Career with Purpose
Make a meaningful impact in rural and remote healthcare while experiencing the adventure and lifestyle of Cape York. Join a dedicated, supportive team delivering high-quality, culturally responsive care across the Western Cape. In this rewarding role, you'll provide comprehensive primary and secondary healthcare services, including outreach to Napranum, Mapoon, Aurukun, Kowanyama and Pormpuraaw. With a broad scope of practice, strong community connections and the opportunity to see the lasting impact of your work, this is more than a job, it's a unique and rewarding career experience.

What's on offer:

• Total remuneration value of $409,980-$612,865 (L13-L27)
• Employer superannuation contribution of 12.75% plus salary packagingand more!

Enquiries: Dr Stephen Johnston -
Job Ad Reference: QLD-TC692802
Closing Date: 31 March 2027

Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service on Thursday Island seeks experienced Senior Medical Officers and Rural Generalists. You will provide high quality medical care across facilities, manage diverse caseloads, and support continuity of care with a multidisciplinary team.

You'll contribute to quality improvement, supervise junior staff, and advance culturally safe care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, in a permanent full time role on Thursday Island.

Senior Medical Officer / Rural Generalist - Bamaga

Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service, Bamaga

Remuneration:

• Total remuneration value of $416,880 - $619,765 (L13-L27)
• Generous leave entitlements including leave loading
• Professional Development

Senior Medical Officers & Rural Generalists - Expressions of Interest

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

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) plus excellent benefits and allowances
• Employer superannuation contribution of 12.75% plus salary packaging
• and more!

Join our Bamaga team today and help deliver exceptional healthcare to our rural and regional communities.

Do more than just medicine - do it all!

Enquiries:

Dr Jennifer Wharton -

Job Ad Reference:

QLD-TC691177

Closing date:

31 March 2027

Senior Medical Officer - Rural Generalist (Cooktown) Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service, Cooktown

Remuneration:

• Total remuneration value of $403,080-$605,965 (L13-L27)
• Generous leave entitlements including leave loading
• Professional Development

Senior Medical Officers & Rural Generalists - Cooktown

Seeking applications from experienced SMO's (L13-L18) and Rural Generalists (L18-L27) for both current and anticipated vacancies over the next six months.

Opportunities Available:

• Permanent, temporary (full-time / part-time)
• Medical relief pool
• Rural Generalists with an AST/ARST (ACRRM or RACGP)

Find Your Balance in Cooktown

Cooktown offers an exceptional tropical lifestyle at the gateway to Cape York, where ancient rainforests meet the turquoise waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Rich in history, culture and strong First Nations connections, this welcoming community provides the perfect blend for relaxed coastal living.
Enjoy a close-knit community with access to quality education, sporting facilities and essential services. Love the outdoor adventure - fishing, boating, camping, and more. Live the community connection and work-life balance.
Live the community connection and work-life balance.

A Rewarding Role Awaits:

Make a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of Torres and Cape communities while delivering high-quality, culturally appropriate care within a dedicated rural healthcare team. Working within a Rural Generalist model, you will provide care across inpatient, emergency and primary healthcare settings in Cooktown and surrounding communities, including Hope Vale, Wujal Wujal and Laura.
We welcome experience in rural medicine across hospital and primary care settings, with advanced skills or training in Anaesthetics, Obstetrics, Paediatrics or Mental Health. The role requires strong emergency care skills, effective multidisciplinary collaboration, and a commitment to improving health outcomes.

What's on offer:

• Total remuneration value of $403,080-$605,965 (L13-L27)
• Employer superannuation contribution of 12.75%

Help improve health outcomes across rural and regional communities with the Cooktown team.

Do more than just medicine-do it all! Enquiries: Dr Natasha Coventry - Job Ad Reference: QLD-TC691457 Application Details: Closing Date: 31 March 2027

Senior Medical Officer / Rural Generalist - Thursday Island

Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service, Thursday Island

Remuneration

• Total remuneration value of $409,980 - $612,865 (L13-L27)
• Base salary between $193,191 - $282,5912 (L13-L27) plus excellent benefits and allowances
• Competitive Salary packaging - generous employer superannuation contribution (12.75%) and salary packaging options - see Salary and benefits Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
• Generous leave entitlements including leave loading
• Professional Development

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.

What You'll Be Doing

In this rewarding role, you will deliver high-quality, evidence-based medical care across Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service facilities, working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. You will manage a diverse patient caseload, support acute and chronic disease management, coordinate continuity of care, and contribute to improving the health and wellbeing of local communities.

The role also includes maintaining accurate clinical records, participating in quality improvement activities, and supporting the supervision and development of junior medical staff and students.

Working closely with medical leadership, you will contribute to service development, health equity initiatives, and culturally responsive care that meets the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Opportunities available

• Permanent Full-time
• Rural Generalists with an AST/ARST (ACRRM or RACGP)

What are we 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

What's on offer:

• Torres and Cape will give you a career with purpose
• Total remuneration value of $409,980 - $612,8658 (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 Thursday Island team today and help deliver exceptional healthcare to our rural and regional communities.

Do more than just medicine-do it all!

Why Choose Thursday Island? Tell me more

Thursday Island offers a truly unique lifestyle in the heart of the Torres Strait, surrounded by crystal-clear waters, tropical landscapes and breathtaking ocean views. Rich in Torres Strait Islander culture and history, the island is a welcoming and vibrant community where traditions, connection and community spirit are woven into everyday life. Residents enjoy a relaxed pace of living while remaining connected to essential services, education, healthcare and transport links.

Beyond work, an incredible outdoor lifestyle awaits, with opportunities for fishing, boating, snorkelling, diving, island-hopping and exploring the region's stunning natural beauty. Surrounded by pristine beaches, neighbouring islands and diverse marine life, Thursday Island provides endless opportunities for adventure and recreation. Combining a strong sense of community, rich cultural experiences and modern amenities, Thursday Island offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity, adventure and relaxed tropical living.

Job Ad Reference: QLD-TC691175

Closing date: 31 March 2027

Senior Medical Officer (Rural Generalist, Obstetrics) -Cooktown

Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service, Cooktown
Remuneration:

• Total remuneration value of $403,080 - $605,965 (L13-L27)
• Generous leave entitlements including leave loading
• Professional Development

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
• Rural Generalists with an AST/ARST (ACRRM or RACGP) Obstetrics

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 Natasha Coventry a call on for a chat.

Why Cooktown? Tell me more
Cooktown offers an exceptional tropical lifestyle where the ancient rainforests of Cape York meet the stunning coastline of the Great Barrier Reef, creating a spectacular natural environment filled with pristine beaches, rugged mountain ranges, winding rivers and breathtaking scenery. Rich in history and culture, the town is renowned for its strong connections to First Nations communities and welcoming country-town atmosphere, providing a unique blend of adventure, community and relaxed coastal living.
Residents enjoy a friendly close-knit community supported by quality healthcare services, schools, shopping, sporting facilities and essential amenities, while having easy access to some of Far North Queensland's most remarkable outdoor experiences. From fishing, boating and camping to hiking, four-wheel driving, birdwatching and exploring the region's waterfalls, reefs and national parks, Cooktown offers a rewarding lifestyle where work-life balance and natural beauty go hand in hand.

About the role:
This is an opportunity for a Senior Medical Officer/Rural Generalist with Obstetrics to make a meaningful difference to the health and wellbeing of Cape York communities while becoming a valued member of Cooktown's collaborative rural health team. Working closely with Midwifery Group Practice midwives and multidisciplinary teams, you'll deliver high-quality, woman-centred maternity care within a continuity of care model.
This rewarding role offers the opportunity to provide evidence-based clinical care, contribute to population health initiatives and support improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You'll also play an important role in service improvement, teaching and mentoring junior clinicians, and fostering a culture of safety, quality and continuous learning.

Obstetric practice here calls for versatility and calm under pressure -you make a difference at life's most important moments.

What we're looking for -someone who:

• is competent in rural and remote obstetric 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 $403,080-$605,965 (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 the Torres and Cape team today and help deliver exceptional healthcare to our rural and regional communities.
Do more than just medicine -do it all!

Enquiries:
Dr Natasha Coventry -

Job ad reference:
QLD-TC691119

Closing date:
31 March 2027

RDAA in Bamaga invites expressions of interest for Senior Medical Officer and Rural Generalist opportunities. Based in the Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service, these roles offer diverse practice across hospital and primary care, with a focus on culturally safe care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Remuneration ranges from $416,880 to $619,765 total, including base salary and benefits, with leave loading and professional development.

Kilcoy Medical Centre in Queensland is seeking a VR GP to join our rural practice, located about 94km northwest of Brisbane. The role offers 65% of billings and a guaranteed $170 per hour for the first two months.

The clinic provides X-ray and ultrasound, pathology collection, 5 consulting rooms and a tight-knit, community-minded team with access to allied health professionals. Applicants must hold AHPRA registration and FACRRM or FRACGP; Kilcoy offers a relaxed lifestyle in the Somerset Region

VR GP - Kilcoy, Queensland

Founded in 1979 by Dr Thomas Doolan, Kilcoy Medical Centre is a purpose built facility located just 100 metres from Kilcoy Hospital.

Our centre features:

• 5 Consulting Rooms
• 2 Treatment/Procedure Rooms (fully equipped for emergencies)
• X ray and Ultrasound
• 4Cyte Pathology collection
• 15 on site car parks for patient convenience

We take pride in providing comprehensive care, supported by allied health professionals and a tight knit, community minded team.

About Kilcoy

Nestled in the Somerset Region of Queensland, Kilcoy is surrounded by rolling hills, scenic valleys and picturesque Lake Somerset. Just 94km north west of Brisbane, this welcoming rural town offers:

• A relaxed lifestyle with easy access to city amenities
• A strong sense of community and local pride
• Beautiful natural landscapes ideal for outdoor enthusiasts

Kilcoy's rural charm and lifestyle appeal make it an excellent choice for doctors seeking a peaceful yet professionally rewarding environment.

Position requirements

• Current AHPRA registration
• Fellowship of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM) or the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP)

Remuneration

• 65% of billings
• $170/hr guaranteed for 2 months