Allied Health Clinician—Senior (Eat Walk Engage Program), Queensland Health

Department of Health—Queensland

Townsville, Northern QLD

Psychology, Counselling & Social Work (Healthcare & Medical)

Government—State (Government & Defence)

Casual/Vacation, Part-time, Full-time

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Townsville Hospital and Health Service

About the work unit/facility

This role is the perfect opportunity for a motivated clinician looking for a new challenge or progression in their career who possesses a high level of experience facilitating the implementation of the Eat Walk Engage program at Townsville University Hospital.

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organization offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialized clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specializing in a clinical field, upskilling in digital health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organization an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country, and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritizes employee well-being, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

Salary range: $64.64 to $69.55 p.h. (HP4)

4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading

12.75% employer contribution to superannuation

About your opportunity

Permanent part-time—60.8 hours per fortnight

Fixed Term Temporary part-time 30.4 hours per fortnight—6 months with possible extension not exceeding 12 months.

Position Requirements:

Appointment to this position requires proof of tertiary qualification in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, or dietetics and registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority (e.g., Physiotherapy Board, Occupational Therapy Board, etc.). Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager prior to the commencement of clinical duties.

Whilst not mandatory, a relevant health or management postgraduate qualification would be desirable

This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.

Please refer to the role description for further details.

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Enquiries are welcome contact: Michelle Watson on 0744332848