Mareeba Hospital
About Mareeba Hospital
Mareeba Hospital is a 40-bed Level 3 general hospital that serves approximately 20,000 residents and visitors in the Mareeba district of Queensland, including a significant Indigenous population.
Key facts
Hours and On-call
The hospital operates on 10-hour shifts, plus a 1-hour lunch break. Details on on-call frequency are not provided.
Location:
Mareeba Hospital, Cairns & Hinterland Hospital & Health Service
Payment Frequency:
Weekly payroll
Orientation
You will be shown around the Hospital & ran through the hospitals processes on your first day
Why work at Mareeba Hospital?
Nestled in the heart of Queensland’s Mareeba District, this 40-bed Level 3 facility offers a unique and rewarding experience for doctors seeking both professional growth and community impact. Serving a diverse patient population—including a large Indigenous community—Mareeba Hospital provides essential outreach services to nearby areas like Dimbulah and the Lotus Glen Correctional Centre.
Beyond clinical care, the hospital fosters continuous professional development through RACGP and ACRRM training pathways, shared learning opportunities with local GP practices, and weekly education sessions.
Facilities & Services at Mareeba Hospital
Hospital Services
- Emergency & Acute Care:
- Accident & Emergency
- General Medical
- Mental Health
- Indigenous Health
- Palliative Care
- Surgical & Specialist Services:
- Theatre (open 24/7)
- General Surgical (weekly endoscopy lists, fortnightly dental lists, visiting specialists)
- Skin Excision List
- Pre-anaesthetic Assessment Clinics
- Mirena Insertion
- Women's & Children's Health:
- Obstetrics (weekly case conferences, clinics run by Obstetric SMOs)
- Maternity Ward (Midwife Caseload Model with Obstetric RG involvement)
- Paediatrics Ward (4-6 patients within maternity unit)
- Gynaecology
- Rehabilitation & Chronic Care:
- West Ward – Older Persons Rehabilitation (strict referral guidelines: >70 years old or >50 years if Abor
Complexities, inpatients, and ED presentations at Mareeba Hospital
Mareeba Hospital handles a diverse caseload, including emergency presentations with trauma and acute illnesses, care of inpatients including paediatrics, and operates a general practice outpatient clinic. It also features regular theatre lists, a maternity unit, and a weekly doctor education program, along with hosting specialist outreach services provided by Cairns Base Hospital.
They see approximately 2000 presentations per month through their doors and roughly 500 admissions. The GP clinic see's around 500 patients per month.
The Team:
- Director of Medical Services
- 14 Senior Medical Officers
- 4.5FTE Principal House Officers (Direct Recruits)
- 2FTE PHO rotational from Cairns Hospital and
- 2FTE PHO from Gold Coast Hospital
- 1FTE RMO rotational from Cairns Hospital
- 2 Interns rotational from Cairns Hospital
- Full complement of Nursing Staff
Hospital team and culture:
The hospital provides outreach services to the township of Dimbulah and the nearby Lotus Glen Correctional Centre. However, specific details on the hospital's culture, training, and leadership opportunities are not provided.
Mental health support:
An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available for doctors.
Impact on local community:
Mareeba Hospital plays a vital role in delivering healthcare to a diverse community, including a large Indigenous population, ensuring equitable access to essential medical services.
Their work strengthens the fabric of the community by improving health outcomes, fostering education and training, and ensuring residents receive compassionate, high-quality care close to home.
Accommodation details:
Onsite accommodation is available.
Things to do in Mareeba:
Mareeba is a one hour drive from Cairns and is located on the Atherton Tablelands with a population of approximately 10,500 people. The town is 417 metres above sea level on the confluence of the Barron River, Granite Creek and Emerald Creek. Mareeba has a multicultural heritage, with beautiful fresh produce, scenic mountain bike riding, bird watching, various wineries and several coffee plantations. It is an easy scenic drive to other equally beautiful towns on the Atherton Tablelands. |
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