General Practitioner - Cairns QLD (JOB -10003484)

• Competitive salary on offer
• 70% of gross billings

Practice Information:
This Mixed billing practice is committed to providing high-quality healthcare to the Edmonton community. They are open Monday to Friday from 0800hrs to 1700hrs, with Saturday morning hours from 0800 to 1200. Their team includes seven dedicated doctors with special interests in minor surgery, skin health, sports medicine, obstetrics, and child health. The practice offers comprehensive nurse and administrative support, with 2.5 nurses, 4.5 reception staff, a practice manager, and a business manager.

Services Provided:

• Minor surgery, including vasectomy, circumcision, and skin cancer surgery
• Women's health, including Mirena, Implanon, and pregnancy care
• Men's health
• Child health
• Chronic disease management
• Preventative health
• Sports medicine

The Role:
As a General Practitioner, your primary responsibility is to deliver comprehensive medical care to individuals, families, and the community. You'll diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses, provide preventive care, and educate patients on their health. Your role will involve managing a wide range of illnesses, often in their early stages, with an emphasis on a holistic approach that considers biological, psychological, and social factors. General Practitioners at our clinic must have the skills to treat patients of all ages and genders, addressing a variety of health issues. You may also be involved in emergency care and perform low-complexity surgical procedures. We encourage follow-up care for patients with both simple and complex health conditions. Your duties will encompass a broad spectrum of healthcare services, from illness prevention to treatment and rehabilitation. You may collaborate with other healthcare professionals within the clinic or externally when necessary, ensuring coordinated and ongoing care.

Qualifications & Experience:
Seeking vocationally registered General Practitioners

Job Type:  
Permanent - Full Time (38 hours per week)

After Hours Requirements: 
No shift work or after-hours commitments

Salary Information: 
Compensation based on 70% of gross billings

About Edmonton:
Nestled on the southern side of Cairns in tropical North Queensland, Edmonton offers a unique blend of history and urban growth. Just 13 kilometers south of the CBD and a short 45-minute drive from the northern beaches, this area has evolved from its farming roots into a thriving community. Edmonton's diverse population includes professionals, clerical workers, technicians, laborers, and more. With a median monthly mortgage repayment of $1,517 and an average weekly rental cost of $350, it's an affordable place to live. Edmonton is culturally rich, with 78% of residents speaking English as their primary language, along with Hmong, Japanese, Maori (Cook Island), Punjabi, and Creole NFD being among the other languages spoken. The average age of residents is 33 years.

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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.

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