The Baralaba Multipurpose Health Service (MPHS) facility is a relatively new purpose-built facility which provides 24-hours a day, seven days a week acute medical inpatient services, residential aged care, outpatient services and an emergency department. The facility is highly functional, contemporary, and spacious, most inpatient rooms have their own ensuite and each room has its own unique rural view. The Emergency Department and X-ray area are very functional and enables excellent patient flow.

The Medical Officer Private Practice (MOPP) will be responsible for working with the Medical Superintendent Private Practice (MSPP) to provide safe, efficient quality medical services to inpatients and outpatients of the Baralaba Multipurpose Health Service, as well as a general practice clinic which operates within the same building. The position also requires participation in a 24-hour on-call roster ensuring medical services are available at all times.

• Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), or equivalent eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
  • Enrolment/acceptance into a Specialist General Practice training program that will facilitate a provider number with access to Medicare benefits for the private practice.
  • Current Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) certification, and enrolment and maintenance of ongoing Continuing Medical Education (CME) program of appropriate College.
• Candidates with emergency experience who wish to train for vocational registration are encouraged to apply if they are eligible for training through Remote Vocational Training Scheme (RVTS) to work towards a fellowship.
  • Intention to work towards, or holder of Fellowship of either the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM) or Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) i.e., Rural Generalist, Rural Vocational Practitioner, Provisional Fellow, or Rural Practitioner is highly desirable.
  • Skills in Emergency Medicine or commitment to complete such skills are highly desirable.
  • While not mandatory, knowledge and clinical skills in general practice surgery with the capability to attend minor operations and removal of skin lesions, along with some prior experience in emergency obstetrics (not procedural) would be well regarded.

Total remuneration value of up to $261,699 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary rate between $182,106 - $193,468 p.a. (MOR1-1, MOR1-3)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Professional Development Leave and Allowances ($21,500 p.a. / 3.6 Weeks)
• Overtime and on call allowances
• Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Senior Medical Workforce @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) BA5J666444

Applications close: Sunday, 30 November 2025

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