Consultant in Cardiology (non-interventional)

• Exciting non-interventional Cardiology opportunities 
• Beautiful Coastal City in tropical Queensland  
• Salary:Up to AU$534k + On-call Allowances & Generous Benefits  

Are you ready to enhance your life with a job in tropical Australia, in a vibrant coastal city? 

The Cardiac Services Department at Mackay Base Hospital is staffed by five full-time cardiologists (four interventional and one non-interventional), supported by six principal house officers/registrars, including two advanced trainees, four junior/senior house officers, and three interns. The department provides cardiology services to a population of 180,000.  

Accredited by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) for advanced cardiology training, the department offers a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. These services include echocardiography, transoesophageal echo (TOE) with 3D capabilities, stress echocardiography, Dobutamine stress testing, CT coronary angiography (CTCA), cardiac MRI, coronary interventions, and pacemaker implantation.  

The department's commitment to advanced training and state-of-the-art cardiology services ensures high-quality patient care and excellent learning opportunities for medical professionals.

What's so special about living and working here?

Generous Compensation:

• Earn up to AU$534k with allowances, based on your experience as a consultant psychiatrist.
• Includes a car allowance of up to AU$25k, professional development fund of AU$21k, and a new AU$20k QLD Health incentive.  
• Additional benefits: private health insurance allowances, retention bonuses, 12% employer-paid superannuation, and more.  

Lifestyle Perks

• Live in a thriving city with excellent private schools, modern amenities, and an outdoor lifestyle perfect for families, couples, or singles.  
• Enjoy easy access to stunning beaches, parks, and fresh local produce.  
• Great airport connectivity for both work and leisure travel.  

Career Growth 

• Work in a contemporary hospital and a department committed to advanced training and state-of-the-art cardiology services.
• Collaborate with a friendly, supportive team.  
• Accredited by RACP for supervised training – a perfect environment for those looking to mentor and teach.  

Exclusive Benefits Package

• Long service leave bonus.  
• 3.6 weeks of professional development leave.  
• 13 public holidays.  
• Relocation allowance and comprehensive medical insurance paid by the employer.  
• Tax minimisation schemes for added financial benefit.  

About the Community
Located on Australia’s stunning eastern coastline, this city offers the perfect blend of work-life balance. With excellent schools, parks, cricket ovals, and a healthy, active lifestyle, it's the ideal place to settle with family or explore solo.  

Selection Criteria:

• FRACP or equivalent training from the UK, Ireland, NZ, Canada, USA, South Africa. 

You will have strong clinical expertise across a broad range of medical disciplines and subspecialties, with the ability to work independently when necessary.  

Key skills required include:  

• Proficiency in coronary angiography (diagnostic), along with experience in one or more of the following areas:  
•   Echocardiography  
•    Permanent pacemaker placement and follow-up  
•    Heart failure management  
• You will have the ability to document clinical observations, diagnoses, and procedures in a thorough and concise manner.

•  Experience in conducting appropriate investigations, providing effective treatments, and making timely referrals for patients.  

• Competence in leading the process of assessment, admission, ongoing care, and discharge of patients, ensuring smooth transitions at every stage.  
• A commitment to improving clinical practice standards, with an understanding of the relevant policy frameworks.  
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment, ensuring collaborative and high-quality patient care.  
• This role is suited to a professional who combines technical expertise with a dedication to patient care and teamwork.

Get in Touch

Ready to take the next step in your life and career as a cardiologist? For more information, contact Alasdair Spinner, medical recruiter, at Spinner Medical Recruitment. We have a dedicated free service to manage you through all the regulatory paperwork , designed to take the pain out of the process for you!   

Email: alasdair@spinnermedical.com  

Call/Message: +44 7414 531 583  

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