Working for Queensland Health
Working for Queensland Health has some great benefits including:
- competitive salary and benefits, conditions of employment, and leave entitlements
- flexible working arrangements
- a diverse work culture
- career development and ongoing training.
Why work for us
Learn more about the benefits of working for us and why our health system is ranked among the best in the world.
Explore Queensland
Find out about our 16 hospital and health services, and Queensland’s amazing and diverse regions.
Careers at Queensland Health
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Medical
Change lives as a medical professional in Queensland. We have opportunities for all doctors including specialists, hospital non-specialists and trainees.
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Nursing and midwifery
One of the most vital and rewarding roles in Queensland Health. Nurses and midwives make a difference to people’s lives every day.
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Allied health
As an allied health professional, you’ll provide crucial support to help people live their lives the best way possible.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Professions
Our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners play an essential role in connecting First Nation communities to public healthcare.
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Dental
Enjoy a rewarding career caring for our more vulnerable people so they can access quality dental care.
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Ambulance
Be there to delivery timely, quality, patient-focussed ambulance services to the Queensland community.
Other careers
We are one of the largest employers in Queensland and offer a wide variety of rewarding non-clinical career opportunities you won’t find anywhere else, these include:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
We value First Nations health professionals’ cultural knowledge and lived experience. We're committed to growing and investing in our First Nations workforce to achieve equitable health outcomes.
Additional information
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Attraction Incentives
We’re incentivising health workers to move to Queensland, and to take up jobs in regional and remote Queensland.
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Relocation support
If you’re moving to Queensland from another state or territory or from overseas, we may be able to help with your relocation costs.
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Information for overseas applicants
We welcome applications from internationally trained health professionals.
Rural and remote opportunities
Make a healthy career move
Have a passion for improving people’s lives? A career in rural and remote Queensland will give you a career with purpose, as well as excellent benefits and allowances.
Hear from our team
Shona
Administration Officer
Caloundra Health Service
'I work with a great team and love the close-knit feel. I feel supported and my disability has never been a barrier to me performing any role or from feeling valued within a team.
I have work-life balance and I have had the opportunity to work in a higher duties role that inspired me to study further.'
Priscilla
Registered Nurse
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
'I love working for Queensland Health because of the opportunity to positively impact patients' lives. The dynamic environment, advanced technologies, and supportive team foster growth, ensuring every day brings new challenges and opportunities for learning and making a difference.
I take pride in being part of an organisation that is driven by compassion, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to serving the community.'
Brodie
Medical Superintendent
Thursday Island Hospital
'I can honestly say I have the best job in the world. My training with Queensland Health has equipped me with the skills, knowledge and confidence to provide a wide scope of practice to my community.
We have a fantastic team of doctors, nurses, allied health and administrative staff who all collaborate and work hard, and also enjoy a balanced lifestyle with plenty of outdoor and leisure activities.
If you are chasing a job with variety, adventure and impact, consider a rural or remote job with Queensland Health.'
Last updated: April 2024