Allied health and health practitioner recruitment

At Townsville Hospital and Health Service, our allied health professionals are at the forefront of delivering complex, multidisciplinary care across one of Australia’s largest and most diverse health regions.

From graduates to highly experienced clinicians, our teams work across tertiary, rural and remote settings, providing exposure to a unique breadth of clinical presentations, including tropical and First Nations health. Here, you’ll work to top of scope, build advanced capability and make a meaningful impact every day.

As the region’s major tertiary referral centre, Townsville University Hospital offers diverse and complex caseloads rarely found in metropolitan settings, combined with a lifestyle that delivers more balance, more flexibility and no long commutes.

Experience more. More scope. More career. More life. More connection.

Where you'll work

Townsville Hospital and Health Service spans more than 20 facilities, including hospitals, community health campuses and residential aged care services. Care is delivered across inpatient, outpatient and community settings, as well as through outreach and telehealth services supporting rural and remote communities across North Queensland.

Our allied health professions

We offer a broad range of career pathways across disciplines including:

• Audiology
• Clinical Measurements
• Dietetics
• Exercise Physiology
• Medical Imaging
• Occupational Therapy
• Orthotics & Prosthetics
• Pharmacy
• Physiotherapy
• Podiatry
• Psychology (Clinical & Neuropsychology)
• Social Work
• Speech Pathology
• Allied Health Assistants / Clinical Assistants

Why Townsville HHS?

More variety
Work across diverse clinical settings—from tertiary acute care to community, rural and remote outreach—supported by telehealth and multidisciplinary teams.

More impact
Deliver care to a broad population, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, where your work makes a visible and lasting difference.

More career
Access clear pathways for progression, leadership, specialisation and research, supported by strong links to James Cook University and a dedicated research team.

More support
Benefit from structured supervision, professional development programs, simulation training and access to clinical education resources.

What We Offer

• Tertiary-level clinical experience in a major referral centre
• Opportunities across regional, rural and remote services
• Competitive remuneration and benefits
• Flexible work arrangements and genuine work-life balance
• Research support—from concept to publication
• Professional development programs including Study and Research Assistance Scheme (SARAS) and Allied Health Professional Enhancement Program (AHPEP)
• Access to clinical leadership and education pathways

Grow Your Career

We are committed to lifelong learning and supporting our clinicians to thrive. With access to funded study, professional development leave, simulation training and leadership programs, you’ll be supported at every stage of your career.

To practice in Australia, allied health professionals must meet registration or accreditation requirements relevant to their discipline. Learn more here about Allied health requirements to practice.

Join Our Team

Whether you’re starting your career or looking to take the next step, Townsville HHS offers the opportunity to build a rewarding and impactful future in allied health.

Don’t wait for a vacancy—connect with us today or explore current opportunities via the Queensland Government Smart Jobs portal.

Contact us

Are you interested in living and working in north Queensland. 

We are always looking for talented allied health staff to join our team. 

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Kickstart your allied health career today

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