Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service in Cooktown invites applications for Principal House Officer or Medical Registrar roles. Join a rural healthcare team delivering emergency, inpatient, palliative and aged care services with visiting specialists, in a setting that blends rainforest, coast and community spirit.

Remuneration ranges from $193,551 to $217,660 per year, with leave loading and professional development opportunities.

Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service on Thursday Island is seeking experienced SMOs and Rural Generalists with anaesthesia expertise for current and future opportunities. This role offers a permanent full-time position with AST/ARST pathways and Fellowship eligibility.

Join a dedicated team delivering patient-centred care in a unique island community, with generous remuneration, professional development, and supportive leave entitlements.

Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service, Cooktown
Remuneration:

• Total remuneration value of $403,080 - $605,965 (L13-L27)
• Generous leave entitlements including leave loading
• Professional Development

Senior Medical Officers & Rural Generalists -Expressions of Interest
Applications accepted anytime for 6 months.
Are you seeking your next medical career opportunity in rural and remote healthcare?
We are inviting applications from experienced Senior Medical Officers (L13-L18) and Rural Generalists (L18-L27) for both current and anticipated vacancies over the next six months.

Opportunities available:

• Permanent, temporary, and medical relief pool appointments
• Full-time and Part-time positions
• Rural Generalists with an AST/ARST (ACRRM or RACGP) Obstetrics

Apply anytime!
Applications will be assessed throughout the advertising period. There is no need to wait for the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to submit their application as soon as possible for consideration against current and future opportunities.

CALL US! Give Dr Natasha Coventry a call on for a chat.

Why Cooktown? Tell me more
Cooktown offers an exceptional tropical lifestyle where the ancient rainforests of Cape York meet the stunning coastline of the Great Barrier Reef, creating a spectacular natural environment filled with pristine beaches, rugged mountain ranges, winding rivers and breathtaking scenery. Rich in history and culture, the town is renowned for its strong connections to First Nations communities and welcoming country-town atmosphere, providing a unique blend of adventure, community and relaxed coastal living.
Residents enjoy a friendly close-knit community supported by quality healthcare services, schools, shopping, sporting facilities and essential amenities, while having easy access to some of Far North Queensland's most remarkable outdoor experiences. From fishing, boating and camping to hiking, four-wheel driving, birdwatching and exploring the region's waterfalls, reefs and national parks, Cooktown offers a rewarding lifestyle where work-life balance and natural beauty go hand in hand.

About the role:
This is an opportunity for a Senior Medical Officer/Rural Generalist with Obstetrics to make a meaningful difference to the health and wellbeing of Cape York communities while becoming a valued member of Cooktown's collaborative rural health team. Working closely with Midwifery Group Practice midwives and multidisciplinary teams, you'll deliver high-quality, woman-centred maternity care within a continuity of care model.
This rewarding role offers the opportunity to provide evidence-based clinical care, contribute to population health initiatives and support improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You'll also play an important role in service improvement, teaching and mentoring junior clinicians, and fostering a culture of safety, quality and continuous learning.

Obstetric practice here calls for versatility and calm under pressure -you make a difference at life's most important moments.

What we're looking for -someone who:

• is competent in rural and remote obstetric practice and wants their work to genuinely matter
• is respectful and community aware and passionate about delivering culturally safe care
• is encouraging and steady for colleagues and is broad skilled and adaptable

What's on offer:

• Torres and Cape will give you a career with purpose
• Total remuneration value of $403,080-$605,965 (L13-L27)
• Base salary between $193,191-$282,912 (L13-L27) plus excellent benefits and allowances
• Employer superannuation contribution of 12.75% plus salary packaging
• And more!

Join the Torres and Cape team today and help deliver exceptional healthcare to our rural and regional communities.
Do more than just medicine -do it all!

Enquiries:
Dr Natasha Coventry -

Job ad reference:
QLD-TC691119

Closing date:
31 March 2027

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