About the work unit / facility First Nations Patient Journey Hub / Indigenous Health Service Division / Townsville University Hospital About your opportunity This is an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Health Worker to join The Townsville Hospital and Health Service ‘First Nations Patient Journey Hub'. This new service will facilitate a culturally safe and responsive health care journey for First Nations patients from Townsville University Hospital to community care pathways. 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). Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements. Salary range: $77,342 to $106,358 p.a. (HWF3) 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available Requirements: Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community. Appointment, and future increment progression, between pay points HWF3.1 to HWF3.5 requires: Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health. Appointment, and future increment progression, between pay points HWF3.2 to HWF3.7, or HWF3.8 (limited to employees who meet the requirements of HED 04/23) requires: Diploma of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care. This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this vehicle is required. Blue Card Checks: Potential applicants are advised that the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act 2000 requires Queensland Health to seek a ‘working with children check' from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment to this position. Please refer to the Role Description for further details. Apply now and be part of something extraordinary! Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Sally Ladyman on (07) 4433 2. Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV684307 Applications close: Sunday, 21 June 2026 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.
