About the Job

 

We’re seeking a GPs to join a warm, community-focused medical centre in the stunning coastal city of Cairns, Northern Queensland — where tropical living meets exceptional career opportunity.

 

 


Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

  • Established, busy patient base with strong community demand

  • Friendly, family-oriented team of experienced doctors and support staff

  • Modern, fully equipped clinic close to the city centre and Cairns Esplanade

  • 65% of billings 

  • Flexible working hours and minimum hourly guarantee negotiable

  • Potential earnings around AUD $300K+ per year


The Practice

This modern, well-established group practice is home to four senior GPs who are actively involved in teaching and mentoring medical students, nursing students, and GP registrars.

The clinic is supported by:

  • A full-time Practice Manager

  • A Senior Medical Receptionist and three reception staff

  • A full-time Practice Nurse

  • Onsite pharmacy, pathology, and radiology (X-ray, ultrasound, CT, MRI)

  • Regular sessions with an onsite psychologist

Services provided include:

  • Women’s, Men’s & Children’s Health

  • Chronic Disease Management

  • Mental Health

  • Sports Medicine

  • Skin & Minor Procedures

  • Occupational & Tourist Medicine

  • Accident & Emergency Care

The practice serves a diverse patient population — from local families and retirees to international residents, Indigenous Australians, and humanitarian refugee communities — offering a rich and rewarding clinical experience.

Opening Hours:
Monday–Friday: 7am–6pm
Saturday: 8am–12pm
Sunday/Public Holidays: Closed
After-hours care is shared on a rotational roster among doctors.


The Location – Cairns, Northern Queensland

Cairns is a vibrant tropical city of around 200,000 people, perfectly positioned between two World Heritage treasures — the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest.

Here, life is about balance. You can finish work and be snorkeling over coral reefs, hiking rainforest trails, or enjoying dinner by the waterfront within minutes. The region is known for its:

  • Beautiful beaches and lush hinterland

  • Thriving café culture and fresh local cuisine

  • Cultural festivals, Indigenous art, and outdoor markets

  • Excellent schools (public and private) and affordable housing options

Whether you prefer suburban comfort, beachside living, or a relaxed semi-rural lifestyle — Cairns has it all.


What Head Medical Can Do for You

Making a move overseas is exciting — but it can feel overwhelming too. That’s where we come in.

As the UK’s leading specialist in international medical recruitment, Head Medical has helped hundreds of doctors relocate to Australia since 2008. We’ll guide you through every step of the process — from securing the perfect role to handling medical registration, visa applications, and relocation support for you and your family.

We’ll make sure your next career move is as smooth and rewarding as possible.

For a discussion about this role or
other opportunities contact Aarron today.

aarron@headmedical.com / 0131 370 0091

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