Paediatricians – Why Ipswich, Qld?

Join our growing team in the Ipswich–West Moreton region, where you can make a real difference for children and families in one of Queensland’s fastest-developing communities. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with affordable living, easy access to Brisbane, and a supportive, close-knit medical network that values innovation and collaboration.

The broad range of comprehensive medical services included in public and private is well established in the area. Ipswich’s affordable heritage homes and character precincts offer inviting lifestyle for new doctors relocating to the region.

The City of Ipswich is experiencing strong growth of 3% annually, in August 25 population in the region surpassed 320,000 people, including the broader Ipswich, Somerset, Scenic Rim and Lockyer Valley. With the Scenic Rim and Lockyer Valley stunning national parks, wineries and outdoor adventures right on your doorstep.

A Paediatrician can build or walk into an established full time private practice while enjoying work life balance of the relaxed charm, natural beauty and family-friendly lifestyle that make this region such a vibrant place to live and work. The unique blend of history, affordability, and ongoing redevelopment creates attractive, family friendly environment for clinicians seeking a welcoming community.

About St Andrew’s Ipswich

• Over 500 births annually
• 3 modern birthing suites
• 6-bed Special Care Nursery 
• 24/7 CMO coverage 
• Collaborative, patient-focused team culture

What We Offer

• Flexible remuneration – guaranteed VMO income or salaried for 12 months • Relocation & accommodation assistance
• Consulting suite access
• Marketing & GP Liaison support to grow your practice

Your role

• General paediatric services
• Referrals from Obstetricians
• Attend deliveries (elective & emergency)
• Neonatal care in Special Care Nursery
• Participate in paediatric on-call roster FRACP (Paediatrics), Specialist AHPRA registration and eligibility for an unrestricted Medicare provider number. 

Essential qualifications

• FRACP (Paediatrics)
• Specialist AHPRA registration and eligibility for an unrestricted Medicare provider number.

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