Allied Health Rural Generalist Training Positions

Queensland Health has Allied Health Rural Generalist Training Positions in rural and remote areas across the state. They are a key component of the Allied Health Rural Generalist Pathway. These positions provide a range of benefits for early career allied health professionals including:

  • designated training time incorporated into the position,
  • profession-specific supervision and support from an experienced practitioner,
  • funded post graduate training in rural generalist practice (see Rural Generalist Education),
  • experience implementing service improvements projects, and the opportunity to work in innovative rural generalist services utilising telehealth, allied health assistants and other strategies.

Hear from some of our Rural Generalist Trainees

HP3 to HP4 Rural Development Pathway

In addition to the Rural Generalist Training Positions, Queensland Health administers the Allied Health HP3 to HP4 Rural Development Pathway. This is a human resource and workforce development strategy which supports rural and remote services to recruit early career allied health professionals. HP3 Rural Development Pathway roles provide enhanced development funding, supervision and learning, along with the opportunity for accelerated career progression to a senior rural or remote position.

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Last updated: 26 July 2023