About the role

Mater is seeking a Principal House Officer (PHO) in Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) as a senior medical practitioner in their fourth or subsequent year of post-graduate experience who delivers clinical care, assists in procedural/surgical services, and supports inpatient and outpatient ENT teams. 

This is a full time, maximum term parental leave cover opportunity from 07/12/2026 - 31/01/2027.

Commensurate with experience plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550 + access to many staff benefits!  

What you’ll be doing

• Assess, diagnose, treat, and manage adult and/or paediatric ENT patients across outpatient clinics, emergency/consultation pathways, and inpatient wards. 
• Assist consultants and registrars during ENT surgical procedures, perform basic or minor procedures under supervision, and participate in perioperative care. 
• Participate in local on-call rosters and cover after-hours or weekend clinical duties as required by the service. 
• Work closely with Staff Specialists, ENT registrars, nurses, and allied health teams to coordinate investigations, handovers, and discharge planning. 
• Assist in other surgical or general service areas on days without a dedicated ENT allocation (depending on specific hospital deployment, e.g., STARS/Metro North models). 
• Support and guide junior medical officers (JHOs/SHOs) and participate in departmental teaching sessions, professional development, and clinical audits. 

About you

• General or eligibility for full registration as a medical practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and the Medical Board of Australia. 
• Generally 4+ years of practical medical experience after graduation (classified at the Principal House Officer / Senior House Officer level).
• Previous clinical experience or a demonstrated interest in Otolaryngology (ENT) is highly desirable. 
• Strong clinical assessment capabilities
• Effective communication for patient and family interactions
• Collaborative teamwork within high-volume hospital environments. 

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world-class expertise across healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research. With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a values-driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay by up to $18,550 per year, including up to $15,900 for everyday living expenses (such as rent, mortgage repayments and school fees) and up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment + possibility to salary package a car!
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters

Whether you're looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GetBetterWithMater

Applications close Friday, 13th November 2026 – please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW.

Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage. 

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