ABOUT HEALTH WORKFORCE QUEENSLAND

Health Workforce Queensland is a not for profit, non-Government Rural Workforce Agency (RWA) for primary health workforce in Queensland, focused on making sure remote, rural, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island communities have access to highly skilled health professionals when and where they need them, now and into the future.

Our Vision is to ensure an optimal health workforce to enhance the health of Queensland communities.

Practice Information:

The practice is a small rural practice, with 1 principal doctor. The practice is supported by an experienced Practice Manager, Practice Nurses and Medical Receptionists. The practice prides itself on strong family values with a happy and friendly staff.

Working hours are Monday-Friday 8am- 6pm. The practice is open on Saturdays.

Proserpine is a small rural town situated in the heart of the Whitsundays, with a population of approximately of 3390. It is situated 1142km north of Brisbane, 126km north of Mackay and 262km south of Townsville on the Bruce Highway (A1). The main industry of Proserpine is sugar cane and cattle.

Also nearby is Lake Proserpine and the Peter Faust Dam, home to some huge barramundi fishing. Proserpine has a number of motels, hotels, coffee shops and food outlets that cater for your needs. It is a short 19km drive to Cannonvale where 2 major shopping centres are located such as Centro Shopping Centre & Whitsunday Shopping Centre. Proserpine has public and private schooling options for primary and secondary. It is 25km drive to Airlie Beach your pathway to the beautiful Whitsundays. Proserpine offers a relaxed and easy going lifestyle.

Candidate Profile:

The practice is seeking a doctor who can work well in a small team. The applicant should be proficient in all aspects of general practice.

For example:

• Minor Surgery
• Work Medicals
• Aged Care
• Paediatrics
• Emergency Medicine
• Antenatal and Postnatal Care
• Wound Care

Please apply via the 'Apply Now' button on this page.

Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.