Join our team

Join the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service team of over 6000 staff who deliver health services in Far North Queensland.

We offer a range of medical, nursing and midwifery, and non-medical roles at Cairns and more than 30 regional, rural and remote facilities across our region.

Current job vacancies

How to apply

Information for international applicants

Work with us

Find out about our salary, super and leave arrangements, healthy workplace benefits and more.

  • Workplace benefits

    Attractive pay and conditions, supportive and inclusive workplaces and opportunities to develop your skills and career.

  • What it's like to work with us

    The Far North Queensland lifestyle is like no other, from tropical beaches to ancient rain forests. Why not find out what life is like in our area.

  • Community and lifestyle

    Cairns is a dynamic and culturally diverse community, with excellent entertainment, recreation, arts and sporting facilities.

  • Working in our regions

    Hear from some of our staff about what they love about working and living in the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service.

Recruitment and student placements

We offer rewarding and diverse opportunities to medical, nursing, midwifery and allied health graduates throughout Far North Queensland.

We have clinical placements for students in all of our hospitals and health centres.

Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service is a platinum affiliate member with the Australian College of Nursing.

Medical careers

Nursing and midwifery graduates

Allied health professionals

Other careers

Student placements

Health careers in mental health, alcohol and other drugs

We are always looking for mental health, alcohol and other drugs staff - join our team and make a difference!

Volunteering

The volunteer program for Cairns Hospital is run through the Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation.

Become a volunteer

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Last updated: February 2026

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