Mackay is a coastal city in Queensland on Australia’s east coast, known for its subtropical climate and abundance of natural beauty. The region is surrounded by rainforests, pristine beaches and small islands scattered along the shoreline, with native wildlife such as koalas and kangaroos commonly seen. Mackay offers direct flights to Sydney and Brisbane and is well connected by the major highway running along Queensland’s eastern coast. With its relaxed, laid-back lifestyle, the city features a vibrant marina, leafy shaded parks and all the amenities expected of a modern Australian city.
Mackay Base Hospital is a state-of-the-art regional hospital located in a sunny coastal setting, just a 1.5-hour flight from Brisbane. An opportunity is available for an Endocrinology Consultant, assessed, or would be assessed by RACP as substantially comparable in endocrinology. Mackay Base Hospital’s Diabetes and Endocrinology Service provides specialist care for patients with a wide range of endocrine and metabolic conditions, supported by modern diagnostic facilities and a multidisciplinary clinical team.
Your Role
- As an Endocrinology Consultant (Staff or Senior Staff Specialist) you will:
- Provide high-quality endocrinology and diabetes services across inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Deliver specialist care for patients with a wide range of endocrine and metabolic disorders.
- Contribute to education and supervision of junior doctors, medical students, nursing and allied health staff.
- Participate in quality improvement, audit, research and service development within the department.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team to support patient-centred care across the Mackay Hospital and Health Service.
Remuneration Package Highlights
- Up to $571k after July 2027 + on - call/overtime a package which includes:
- Motor Vehicle allowance $23-$28k depending on salary band - paid.
- 3.6 weeks professional development leave.
- $22k professional development allowance - paid.
- Very generous salary sacrifice arrangements
- Employer paid tax free pension contributions - 12.75%
Community highlights
- Mackay has a population of over 133,000 people.
- Full scope of housing options - hinterland villas in lush rainforests, beach houses, hobby farms, stables, CBD apartments, suburban houses etc.
- Sensational sporting facilities - swimming campus, cricket ovals, football, rugby etc.
- Very good private schooling options.
- Subtropical climate.
- Busy domestic airport with direct flights to Brisbane and Sydney.
Selection Criteria
- FRACP in Endocrinology (or equivalent).
- Applicants who have already been assessed by RACP as substantially comparable will be highly regarded.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated commitment to teaching, training and supervision of junior medical staff and students.
- Commitment to continuous quality improvement, clinical governance and professional development.
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