Kuranda
Kuranda also known as “The Village in the Rainforest”, is located 300m above sea level and is an easy half hour drive from the centre of Cairns. Cairns & The Great Barrier Reef Region is the only place on earth where the rainforest meets the reef. If you're looking to start a new adventure, this stunning region is rich with magical and unforgettable experiences you'll cherish for a lifetime.
A popular option to get to Kuranda is to take a tour that includes the famous Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Cableway.
Some additional fantastic benefits you will enjoy about working in Kuranda are:
- Located 28 minutes north west of Cairns CBD
- Comprehensive Family Medical Service in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere
- Live and work near The Great Barrier Reef
- Financial incentives may apply for this location
Practice Information
We are offering you the opportunity to relocate to this exciting location to work as a General Practitioner at Kuranda Medical Centre in Tropical North Queensland. The practice:
- Offers computerised accounts, script writing and ECG
- GP services / sub specialties such as digital mole scanning; minor surgery; travel vaccines; family planning; diabetes education; indigenous health and cryotherapies with a psychologist, dietician and podiatrist in the centre
- Mixed billings
Required Skills
Ideally you should hold Fellowship of the relevant Australian Specialist College or an equivalent qualification. Alternatively, you will hold AMCMCQ (part 1) with 5 years experience as a General Practitioner.
If you are interested in finding out more about working at with the team at Kuranda Medical Centre, please contact Lauren through our contact page.

















