About the work unit:
Paediatric Services provides inpatient, ambulatory and community services, with a primary health care focus. Inpatient services consist of the paediatric ward, which is a 30 bed unit catering for children from birth to 16 years of age.
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).
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
Salary range: $5258.70 to $6079.80 p.f. (L4-L9)
4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
Professional development assistance (allowance, PD leave, and exam leave)
Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity:
The Paediatric Surgery registrar will be working as part of a small team in paediatric surgery at The Townsville Hospital. We have a long-established paediatric surgery unit in regional Queensland, we provide cover to the whole of North Queensland accepting patients from the Torres Strait down to South of Mackay. We offer the opportunity to gain experience in the full range of paediatric surgical specialities, including neonatal paediatric surgery, paediatric burns and the management of critically ill paediatric surgical patients.
The ideal applicant will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstrate the following:
Interest in paediatric surgery and commitment shown to this career choice.
Proven ability to work well within the MDT.
Previous relevant experience in dealing with critically unwell children including neonates.
Previous experience in relevant surgical disciplines.
Requirements:
Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable)
Possession of class C drivers' licence.
This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
Probation period may apply.
Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
For a confidential discussion please contact: Dr Harry Stalewski on (07) 4433 1111.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV687953
Applications close: Tuesday, 28 July 2026.
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