Staff Specialist / Senior Staff Specialist – Emergency Medicine

Permanent Full-Time or Part-Time (Negotiable)

Remuneration package up to $534,040 p.a. (full-time) plus Emergency Department allowance, on-call and shift allowances, and comprehensive benefits

Company Profile: Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS)

Location: Emergency Department, Townsville University Hospital, QLD

Shape your Emergency Medicine career in one of Queensland’s most dynamic and diverse EDs.

Townsville University Hospital (TUH) is seeking passionate and skilled FACEMs to join our high-performing consultant team in a busy mixed adult and paediatric Emergency Department. With flexible full-time or part-time appointments available, this is an outstanding opportunity to build a rewarding career while tailoring your work to suit your lifestyle.

Why Townsville University Hospital?

TUH Emergency Department is one of the largest and busiest in Queensland, managing approximately 100,000 presentations annually, with a 30% admission rate and 95% ambulance off-stretcher compliance. Our service includes:

· A 12-bed dedicated paediatric zone (~20% of presentations)

• A high-acuity adult caseload

• An integrated Short Stay Unit

• A key role as the major referral hub for North Queensland

You’ll practise at scale—while being part of a collegial, supportive consultant group committed to excellence in emergency care.

The Opportunity

As a Staff Specialist (FACEM) at TUH, you’ll enjoy diverse and rewarding clinical exposure, including:

· Managing complex adult and paediatric emergency presentations

• Participation in aeromedical retrieval coordination across Northern Queensland (for credentialed FACEMs)

• Contributing to the Frailty Intervention Team, delivering innovative outreach care for vulnerable geriatric patients in RACFs

• Supporting and developing junior doctors and trainees

This role offers genuine scope to expand your clinical practice, contribute to service innovation, and take on leadership opportunities.

What You’ll Bring

· FACEM (or equivalent)

• Eligibility for AHPRA registration

• Demonstrated experience in adult and paediatric Emergency Medicine

• A commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care

• Interest or experience in retrieval medicine, geriatric emergency care, or service improvement (highly regarded)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

· Flexible employment options: permanent full-time or part-time arrangements

• Clinical variety: high-acuity, high-volume, broad case mix

• Extended scope of practice: retrieval coordination, frailty outreach, leadership pathways

• Supportive culture: strong emphasis on teaching, CPD, and quality improvement

• Lifestyle appeal: enjoy North Queensland living—a relaxed coastal lifestyle with short commutes, 300+ days of sunshine, and access to the Great Barrier Reef, Magnetic Island, national parks, and a vibrant, family-friendly city

Remuneration & Benefits

This role offers a compelling combination of financial incentives, lifestyle benefits, and genuine clinical scope.

This position offers a highly competitive and comprehensive remuneration package, including:

· Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance - up to 50% of base salary

• Emergency Department Specialist Allowance – 25% of base salary

• Regional and Rural Attraction Allowance – 5% of base salary (10% for Palm Island)

• Motor Vehicle Allowance – approximately $21,000 – $25,500 per annum

• Professional Development Package – $21,500 per annum + 3.6 weeks professional development leave

• On-call and shift allowances (where applicable)

• Generous leave entitlements and salary sacrificing options

• Flexible working arrangements, including full-time or part-time appointments with negotiable hours

Make a Real Impact

At TUH, you’re not just joining an ED—you’re contributing to a critical service supporting communities across all of North Queensland. Your expertise will make a difference where it’s needed most.

Take the next step in your Emergency Medicine career—apply now.

Enquiries: Natalie Lyon (07) 4433 2*** | ***email_hidden***

Apply online: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV683886

Applications close: Wednesday, 24 June 2026