Paediatrician - Regional QLD

# Paediatrician - Regional QLD > Mediix · Mackay, Australia · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-01 **Workplace:** on_site **Department:** Paediatrics ## Description ### **Consultant Paediatrician** **Regional Queensland | Permanent Full-Time | Public Hospital** A major **regional hospital in coastal Queensland** is seeking a dedicated and compassionate **Consultant Paediatrician** to join its growing Child & Adolescent Health Service. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-supported, modern hospital environment serving a large and diverse regional population. This role offers the perfect balance of acute paediatrics, neonatal care, outpatient clinics, and community-focused practice—ideal for a clinician who values teamwork, lifestyle, and meaningful impact. ### **The Opportunity** You will join a supportive, multidisciplinary paediatric team, providing specialist care across: - Paediatric inpatient wards - Special Care Nursery - Emergency consultations - Outpatient clinics - Shared-care and community paediatrics There is also opportunity to be involved in service development, education, and quality improvement initiatives across the broader Paediatric Department. ### **Key Responsibilities** ✔ Deliver high-quality clinical care for infants, children, and adolescents ✔ Participate in on-call roster supporting paediatric emergencies and neonatal resuscitation ✔ Work collaboratively with nursing, allied health, and medical teams ✔ Provide leadership, mentorship and education to junior doctors and medical students ✔ Conduct outpatient clinics and remote/telehealth consultations ✔ Support service improvement, governance, and best-practice standards ✔ Engage in culturally safe care, with a strong commitment to improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children ### **About You** We are seeking a Paediatrician who brings: - **FRACP in General Paediatrics**, or equivalent - **AHPRA Specialist Registration** (or eligibility to obtain) - Strong experience in neonatal resuscitation and acute paediatric care - Interest or experience in developmental paediatrics (advantageous but not essential) - A collaborative, communicative approach with excellent interpersonal skills - Commitment to education, service development, and multidisciplinary teamwork - Passion for supporting regional and rural communities ### **About the Region** Enjoy living and working in one of Queensland’s most desirable coastal regional centres, offering: - Stunning beaches, islands, and tropical outdoor lifestyle - Great schools, modern facilities, and family-friendly amenities - Affordable living and a relaxed pace of life - A welcoming community with strong local culture - Easy access to major transport links Whether you’re seeking adventure, career progression, or the perfect environment for family life, this region offers exceptional lifestyle advantages. ### **📨 Apply or Enquire** For a confidential discussion or further information, please contact: **Anna Dobosz-Coppins** Staffing Specialist - Medical 📞 +61 427 181 818 📧 ## Apply [Apply at Mediix](https://apply.workable.com/mediix-recruitment/j/88AA773C4F/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)