Medical Director, Palliative Care

Job Description

Health, Medical & PharmaceuticalSource: Sunshine Coast Student Jobs Hub JOB DESCRIPTION Make a lifestyle change and experience the beauty and relaxed atmosphere of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an emerging tertiary health service undergoing rapid expansion in the wonderful geographical environs of Sunshine Coast. Remuneration up $468,044 p.a. We are looking for an exceptional Palliative Medicine consultant to lead our Palliative Care team in the role of Medical Director. The role is to provide high quality clinical and non-clinical leadership and direction to benefit the patients accessing the Palliative Care Services in the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS). SCHHS Salary includes: Base salary comprising of between$8,062 - $10,227 p.f. $210,332 - $266,677 p.a. Motor vehicle allowanceL18 - L24 - $21,000 p.a. L25 - L27 - $25,500 p.a. Clinical Managers Allowance $21,028 p.a. Attraction and Retention Allowance up to 50% of base salary Professional development allowance $21,500 p.a. Discover the Sunshine Coast The Sunshine Coast Region in South East Queensland is home to pristine beaches, beautiful rivers, picturesque hinterland villages and subtropical forests. Candidates looking for a fantastic lifestyle can be assured the Sunshine Coast holds all the answers! The role of the Medical Director is to lead and manage the provision of Palliative Care services in accordance with the standards and the ethics of the profession; and in accordance with the SCHHS and Queensland Health (QH) policies. In addition to your clinical and professional expertise, you must have skills in managing people, leadership and sustainable financial decision accountability. SCHHS is a dynamic health service provider that delivers high-quality cost-effective, innovative healthcare in collaboration with our communities and partners. SCHHS is committed to supporting Health Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in our population and workforce, and to accommodating differences amongst its patients/consumers, their families and carers, our workers and potential clients. SCHHS provides a work environment that promotes a healthy balance between work and personal life. Your skills can help us shape the future of healthcare in the Sunshine Coast region. SCHHS offers: Professional indemnity cover Clinical Managers Allowance (paid fortnightly) Granted private practice arrangements Overtime and on-call allowances (paid by exception) Annual leave loading Salary packaging 12.75% employer superannuation contribution Employee Assistance Program Applications will remain current for 12 months. Job Ad Reference: SC616255 Closing date: Tuesday, 25 February 2025 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. APPLICANTS ARE TO APPLY ONLINE The following file types are accepted: .jpg, .gif, .bmp, .png, .rtf, .txt, .doc and docx. Do not upload zipped files, tagged pdfs or protected documents. Click on the "Apply" button to submit your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr