Clinical Director of Medicine

3-Year Contract | Senior Leadership Opportunity | Central Queensland

An outstanding leadership opportunity is available for an experienced Physician to join a major regional referral hospital as Clinical Director of Medicine.

This senior role offers the chance to shape the future of medical services across Central Queensland while leading high-performing multidisciplinary teams within a progressive and expanding health service.

The Role

As Clinical Director of Medicine, you will provide:

* Strategic and operational leadership across Medical Services
* Clinical governance and quality improvement oversight
* Leadership in workforce planning, service development, and patient-centred care
* Support and mentorship to medical staff and trainees
* Collaborative leadership across multidisciplinary and executive teams

This role is ideal for an experienced General Physician seeking a meaningful executive leadership position while maintaining strong clinical engagement.

What’s on Offer

* **Total remuneration package up to $573,972 p.a.**
* Accommodation support and additional allowances
* Strong executive and multidisciplinary team support
* Excellent professional development opportunities
* Attractive salary packaging and employment benefits
* Genuine work-life balance in a thriving regional setting

The Location

Located in Central Queensland, this regional centre offers an appealing lifestyle combining:

* Heritage architecture and tropical surroundings
* Strong community atmosphere
* Access to coastal environments and outdoor recreation
* Vibrant local events and cultural activities
* Affordable living and family-friendly amenities

This is an ideal location for clinicians seeking career progression alongside a balanced regional lifestyle away from the pace of metropolitan centres.

The Facility

This major regional referral hospital:

* Is the principal referral facility for Central Queensland
* Has more than **300 beds**
* Provides comprehensive specialist services including:

* Emergency Medicine
* General and Specialist Surgery
* Maternity Services
* Mental Health
* Oncology
* Paediatrics

The hospital continues to expand, including development of a:

* New state-of-the-art Mental Health Unit

The service also maintains strong academic and workforce development links with:

* Central Queensland University

The hospital plays a critical role in medical education, training, and regional workforce development.

The Requirements

* MBBS or equivalent qualification eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia
* Specialist registration, or eligibility for specialist registration, with AHPRA in General Medicine
* Fellowship of the:

* Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in General Medicine
* Demonstrated leadership capability and commitment to clinical excellence

Why Consider This Role?

* Senior leadership opportunity within a major regional referral service
* Opportunity to influence healthcare delivery across Central Queensland
* Supportive executive environment with strong clinical teams
* Excellent remuneration and lifestyle benefits
* Meaningful career progression with genuine impact on regional health outcomes