Senior Staff Specialist / Staff Specialist - Public Health

Why This Role Matters

Public Health Specialists play a critical role in protecting community health by preventing disease outbreaks, guiding immunisation programs, and shaping evidence-based health policies. This role focuses on safeguarding populations through surveillance, prevention strategies, and collaboration with healthcare providers and government agencies to improve public health outcomes.

Job Description

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service is seeking a Senior Staff Specialist / Staff Specialist – Public Health to provide leadership within the Central Queensland Public Health Unit. The specialist will oversee communicable disease surveillance, immunisation programs, environmental health initiatives, and public health risk assessments while supporting research, education, and regional public health strategy.

Key Features

• Position: Senior Staff Specialist / Staff Specialist – Public Health
• Organization: Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service
• Department: Central Queensland Public Health Unit
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Workplace Type: On-site
• Sector: Public Healthcare

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist public health expertise in communicable disease prevention and control
• Lead public health surveillance and outbreak response activities
• Manage and guide immunisation program coordination and vaccine provider training
• Conduct public health risk assessments and environmental health initiatives
• Provide professional leadership and performance management for medical staff
• Collaborate with government agencies, healthcare providers, and community partners
• Contribute to research, education, and evidence-based public health planning
• Promote strategies to improve community awareness and acceptance of immunisation programs

Required Qualification

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent

Important Requirements

• Fellowship of the Australasian Faculty of Public Health Medicine
• Specialist registration eligibility with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Ability to maintain Continuing Professional Development requirements
• Experience in public health programs, communicable disease control, and health protection

Employment Options

• Full-time specialist role in the public health sector
• Opportunities for research, leadership, and policy development
• Participation in statewide public health planning and strategy

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package up to $550,085 per year
• Employer superannuation contribution of 12.75%
• 17.5% leave loading
• Professional development leave and allowance (approximately $22,145 annually)
• Attraction and retention incentives
• Salary sacrificing benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport program

Experience and Skills

• Expertise in communicable disease surveillance and outbreak management
• Public health program planning and implementation
• Immunisation program coordination
• Environmental health and risk assessment
• Clinical leadership and mentoring skills
• Strong collaboration with government and healthcare stakeholders

Salary Insights

• Base salary ranges from $216,643 – $274,678 per year depending on level
• Total remuneration package up to $550,085 annually including benefits and allowances

Company Overview

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service delivers healthcare services to communities across Central Queensland. The organization operates hospitals, community health centres, and public health programs, supporting a population of approximately 250,000 people through preventive care, clinical services, research, and community partnerships.

FAQs

1. What qualification is mandatory for this role?
   Candidates must hold a medical degree and Fellowship of the Australasian Faculty of Public Health Medicine.

2. Is registration required?
   Yes, applicants must be eligible for specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.

3. What public health areas will the specialist manage?
   Communicable disease surveillance, immunisation programs, environmental health initiatives, and public health risk assessment.

4. Are research and teaching opportunities included?
   Yes, the role includes participation in research, education, and professional development activities.

Application Tips

• Highlight experience in communicable disease control and outbreak management
• Emphasize leadership roles in public health programs
• Include fellowship credentials and Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency registration details
• Mention involvement in research, policy development, or health promotion initiatives