Clinical Director Of Medicine | Regional Qld

Clinical Director of Medicine

Regional Queensland | Permanent Full-Time | Senior Leadership Role

A major regional hospital in Queensland is seeking an experienced and visionary physician to step into the role of Clinical Director of Medicine.

This is a key executive leadership position ideal for a senior clinician who is passionate about service development, clinical governance, and delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

This is your opportunity to lead a busy and growing Department of Medicine within a supportive health service that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in regional healthcare.

The Opportunity As Clinical Director, you will provide strategic, operational, and clinical leadership across the Department of Medicine.

You will oversee service planning, performance, safety, workforce development, and clinical governance activities while working closely with the broader Medical and Critical Care leadership teams.

This role offers a blend of senior management responsibilities and ongoing clinical practice, allowing you to remain engaged in the care of patients while shaping the future of medical services for the region.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Department of Medicine, including strategic planning and service development

Support new models of care to improve access, efficiency, and patient outcomes

Ensure delivery of high-quality, evidence-based, consumer-focused medical services

Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, performance development and supervision

Collaborate with Executive, Critical Care, and senior clinicians across the health service

Drive quality, safety, risk management and accreditation activities

Contribute to clinical governance systems and continuous improvement initiatives

Maintain an active clinical workload within your specialty

About You

Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) or equivalent

AHPRA specialist registration (or eligibility to obtain)

Proven leadership capability at a senior level within a hospital setting

Strong understanding of clinical governance, safety systems, and service delivery

Experience leading multidisciplinary teams

Commitment to developing junior doctors and fostering a positive learning culture

Passion for improving regional healthcare and patient experience

About the Region

The hospital is located in a thriving regional centre known for:

A warm, welcoming community

Stunning Queensland coastline, islands, waterways, and national parks

Affordable housing and an excellent lifestyle for families and professionals

Great schools, modern amenities, and strong community networks

A relaxed lifestyle while still enjoying strong transport links to major cities

Remuneration & Benefits

Generous senior medical officer package including:

Total remuneration up to $517,000–$562,000 p.a. (L24–L27)

Base salary paid at specialist level (L18–L27)

Employer superannuation contribution up to

Annual leave loading 17.5%

Attraction and retention incentives

Professional development allowance + 3.6 weeks PDL

Professional indemnity cover

Overtime and on-call allowances

Permanent full-time appointment (80 hours per fortnight)

Apply or Enquire For a confidential discussion or to request further details, please contact:

Anna Dobosz-Coppins

Staffing Specialist - Medical

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