At Prescript Recruitment, we don’t just place doctors — we help shape the future of healthcare in the regions that need it most. We’re proud to be partnering with Gladstone Hospital to appoint a strategic and compassionate medical leader as Director of Medical Services (DMS) for the Gladstone and Banana region of Central Queensland.
This is a rare and career-defining opportunity to step into a senior leadership role where your decisions will have a direct and lasting impact on regional health outcomes, workforce stability, and community care.
The Position
This full-time, fixed-term (24 months) position gives you the scope to lead medical services across a diverse set of health facilities. You’ll oversee Gladstone Hospital — a regional base hospital with more than 100 treatment spaces — as well as the Banana Health Service, including Biloela Hospital and surrounding multipurpose health centres.
Working closely with a committed and highly skilled team, you’ll guide clinical strategy, workforce planning, medical governance, and operational oversight. This is a leadership role with reach, purpose, and real opportunity for long-term change.
Dates Available
Start date negotiable. 24-month full-time fixed term contract.
Benefits Provided
This position offers a total remuneration package of up to $589,155 p.a., including:
Base salary up to $266,677 p.a. (Level 27)
12.75% employer superannuation
17.5% leave loading
Up to $21,500 in professional development allowances + 3.6 weeks PDL
Overtime, on-call, attraction and retention incentives
Generous salary packaging options
Paid parental leave and EAP
Private health discounts and Fitness Passport access
A furnished home is available (conditions apply)
You’ll also receive full concierge-level support from Prescript, including help with relocation, credentialing, and onboarding into the community.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a capable and committed senior medical leader with:
AHPRA registration
Fellowship with FRACMA or FACHSM (or on the pathway to one)
A deep understanding of the challenges and strengths of regional healthcare
Proven ability to lead clinical governance, medical workforce planning, and high-quality care delivery
Experience in rural or remote healthcare settings will be highly regarded.
Your Next Step
If you’re ready to lead a region, shape systems, and build something lasting, we’d love to support your next move. Contact Nadine Onto, Senior Recruitment Partner, at nadine@prescript.com.au or call 0420 641 123 for a confidential discussion.
At Prescript, we’re here to ensure that every placement is perfect—for you and for the communities you serve.
“Prescript are medical recruitment specialists.”
At Prescript we’re known for helping solve the regional doctor shortage in Australia.
Every day we’re focused on two clear outcomes - Helping hospitals find doctors that create departments and clinics that run better, have more capacity and less stress. And placing Doctors in jobs that leave them feeling highly valued, rewarded and, most importantly, enjoying what they do.
We believe that when we get these two crucial things right, it has a huge impact on the regional doctor shortage and the healthcare of communities across Australia.
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