Paediatric Cardiology Advanced Trainee / Clinical Fellow

Queensland Health (Organisation site)

Paediatrics Department, Women's and Children's Service Group, Townsville University Hospital

Summary

Job details

| Job duration | TFT from 01/02/2027 to 06/02/2028 | | Contact person | Dr Rosh Samuel | | Contact details | (07) 4433 1135 Access the National Relay Service |

About the work unit / facility

The Paediatric Cardiology Service at Townsville University Hospital, established in 2022, is part of the Queensland Paediatric Cardiac Service network. The service delivers inpatient and outpatient care, including fetal and rheumatic heart disease clinics, as well as outreach and telehealth services across Northern Queensland.

Providing specialist care to children and families, including those in rural, remote and First Nations communities, the team maintains strong links with Queensland Children's Hospital and actively contributes to statewide clinical, education and quality initiatives.

About your employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a dynamic healthcare environment with access to advanced clinical practice, research and specialised expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, you will work on complex cases and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

We support career growth through structured pathways, secondments and ongoing education, with strong links to James Cook University for professional development and progression into specialist or leadership roles.

You will join a collaborative, inclusive workplace with a strong community focus, offering diverse clinical experiences in a regional setting with short commutes and a close knit network.

Located in North Queensland, Townsville offers affordable living, stunning natural surroundings and a relaxed lifestyle. With flexible work arrangements, job security and a family friendly culture, you can build a rewarding career while enjoying a great quality of life.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $133,848 to $154,749 p.a. (L4-L9)
• Regional and rural attraction allowance
• Professional development assistance – allowance, Vocational Training Subsidy (if applicable), PD leave, and exam leave
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus great salary packaging options to increase take-home pay

About your opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to undertake advanced training in paediatric cardiology while delivering high quality specialist care to children and families across North Queensland. Based at Townsville University Hospital, the region's tertiary referral centre, you will gain broad clinical exposure in a dynamic and supportive environment.

As part of the Queensland Paediatric Cardiac Service, you will develop expertise across congenital and acquired heart disease, rheumatic heart disease, fetal cardiology, outreach services, and non invasive cardiac imaging. You will work closely with experienced consultant paediatric cardiologists and multidisciplinary teams across Townsville and the Queensland Children's Hospital.

This role offers a strong mix of clinical practice, education, research and quality improvement, providing an excellent foundation for your career in paediatric cardiology.

Requirements:

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification recognised by the Medical Board of Australia.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Dr. Rosh Samuel on (07) 4433 1135.

Applications close: Friday, 3 July 2026.