* Now closing 03 August 2026 *
Permanent Full Time Senior Medical Officer position available
CALL US! Dr Stephen Johnston (0432 280 603) a call, he would love to hear from you and discuss the role further.
TELL ME MORE! As a Senior Medical Officer working in Torres and Cape HHS, your expertise, skills and dedication play a crucial role in providing quality care and positive outcomes for patients. You'll work in diverse and supportive environment that offers attractive lifestyle opportunities and experiences enabling you to make a valuable contribution in small communities, which will help you grow, connect, learn and create life-defining experiences that will shape who you are as a health professional and a person. Based in Weipa, the position works in a Rural Generalist model of care, contributing to the primary health care in surrounding communities, as well as emergency care, inpatient and acute care for the broader community.
A MEDICAL CAREER YOUR CITY FRIENDS CAN'T COMPETE WITH? Your day could start with stabilising an emergency case in the morning, running a diabetes review in the afternoon, and then heading out for a sunset fish by 5pm. With Weipa's mix of emergency, inpatient, outpatient and specialist-supported services, your workday is as dynamic as the tides. This is rural medicine with bragging rights , and a lifestyle to match.
PICTURE THIS! Immerse yourself in nature, from the outback to tropical rainforests, coral reefs, extraordinary landscape, and some of the best fishing spots in Australia. Boating, camping, four-wheel driving and wildlife spotting are also popular. Enjoy sunset views over the Gulf, cultural experiences through local Indigenous communities, and seasonal events. Despite its remote location, Weipa has a good range of amenities including the hospital, schools, childcare, supermarket, retail stores, sporting facilities, golf course, aquatic centre, gym and local airport with regular flights. Overall, Weipa offers a unique blend of professional opportunity with outdoor adventure, ideal for those seeking a meaningful role in a close-knit regional community.
Torres and Cape will give you a career with purpose, plus excellent benefits and allowances (Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service)
Salary Information (L13-L27):
Total remuneration value of up to $408,418 (L13) to $610,348 (L27) comprising Base salary between $192,257 - $257,932 (L27)
Employer superannuation contribution, and salary packaging options Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
Generous leave entitlements including leave loading
Professional Development
If you want meaningful remote practice and a coastal Cape York lifestyle, Weipa is the perfect next step.
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How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.
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