Summary Discover the career progression and opportunities available with the Townsville Hospital and Health Service . About the work unit / facility: Work in the tertiary children's hospital for North Queensland. Townsville University Hospital (TUH) is the only Queensland tertiary children's service outside of southeast Queensland and provides services to the entire northern Queensland region. TUH is located adjacent to James Cook University College of Medicine and academic links are supported. About your new employer: Clinical Excellence The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions. Career Growth and Development We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU). Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle. Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages. Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements. Work/Life Balance - work 32 hours per fortnight Salary range: $103.80 to $131.61 p.h. part-time (L18-L27) 4 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation 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 Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available About your opportunity: To work in the General Paediatric Service. To provide leadership in general paediatrics with a focus on the acute care of children in our general paediatric unit and the flow of patients especially between ED, Paediatric unit, PICU and discharge to home or to a local or regional hospital. The position will participate in management of general paediatric inpatient services and will participate with ward service and on call duties for acute paediatrics. Requirements: Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable). Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians with General Paediatrics. This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Probation period may apply. Pre-employment checks will be conducted. Please refer to the Role Description for further details. Apply now and be part of something extraordinary! For a confidential discussion please contact: Dr Andrew White on (07) 4433 1. Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV683234 Applications close: Monday, 15 June 2026. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
