About the roleProvide leadership and oversight of communicable disease control programs and activities across the Metro North Hospital and Health Service area. Lead activities aimed at prevention and control of syphilis in southern Queensland. Share duties with other Public Health Physicians as needed to ensure effective disease control responses, public health medical input into other issues, and workload management. About youOur ideal candidate will be able to carry out key responsibilities in line with Metro North Health''s values: Provide leadership within the Communicable Disease Control team, especially within the Sexual Public Health team, including the Queensland Syphilis Surveillance Service (QSSS). Focus on coordinating responses to diseases and outbreaks within the jurisdiction by investigating, managing, and responding to disease incidents. Develop and update local communicable disease management guidelines and assist in creating statewide or national guidelines. Foster scientific enquiry and research through collaboration within the department and with other services. Health EquityAll Metro North Health staff are expected to contribute to the health equity agenda. This includes supporting actions that meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, such as eliminating racial discrimination, increasing access to healthcare, addressing social determinants of health, delivering culturally safe services, and collaborating with Indigenous communities to improve health outcomes. Benefits of working with usEnjoy rewarding career development across clinical and non-clinical areas. Work in a value-driven organization that promotes a safe, satisfying, flexible environment supporting work-life balance. Benefits include flexible working arrangements, competitive salaries with annual increases, enhanced superannuation contributions up to 12.75%, and salary packaging options. Be part of a world-class, innovative health service committed to technology, research, and excellence in healthcare. Metro North Health values diversity and inclusion, offering professional growth in a supportive environment. Learn more about working with us at: Additional informationFor more details about the role and application process, refer to the attached Role Description. Please note that applications via third-party agencies will not be accepted. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist (Public Health Physician)