At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Emergency Medicine team and provide critical care to a diverse community.
- Company: Dynamic healthcare provider in Tasmania's North West Coast.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, flexible work-life balance, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy funded accommodation and a commitment to ongoing professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in emergency medicine while enjoying a supportive work environment.
- Qualifications: FACEM or RACGP/ACCRM Fellow with advanced skills in Emergency Medicine.
The predicted salary is between 16480 - 16480 $ per year.
Details of Appointment
Multiple Permanent, full‑time and part‑time, shift worker (with on‑call) position working up to 76 hours per fortnight. Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full‑time and part‑time vacancies.
Who Are We Looking For?
We are seeking motivated and experienced Staff Specialists in Emergency Medicine (FACEM) and appropriately skilled and experienced Rural Generalists with Advanced skills in Emergency Medicine (RACGP and ACCRM Fellows) to join our Department of Emergency Medicine in Tasmania's North West Coast, a region servicing a population of approximately 116,000. The department manages the Emergency Departments at the North West Regional Hospital (NWRH) and the Mersey Community Hospital (MCH), each handling around 30,000 presentations per annum. Both sites operate a tele‑medicine program for acute stroke presentations and provide 24‑hour pathology and on‑call radiology services.
Specialist sub‑specialty expertise is valued, including but not limited to:
- toxicology
- POCUS
- paediatric emergency medicine
- humanitarian projects
- disaster medicine
- clinical research
- palliative care
- VAD
- medical education
- administration
Salary and Benefits
Base salary points range from Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1 at $216,300 to Level 11 at $296,640, with further increments available at Senior Specialist levels and an 11.5% employer superannuation contribution. Additional allowances (pro rata):
- North West Allowance (35% pro‑rata in lieu of private practice)
- North West Recruitment and Retention Allowance (20% pro‑rata)
- Professional Development Allowance (up to $16,480 per annum pro‑rata)
- Vehicle or allowance in lieu (up to $28,389 per annum pro‑rata)
- Living expenses up to $9,010 and meal entertainment of $2,650 per FBT year, plus other eligible benefits.
What We Can Offer
- Contemporary, well‑equipped work environments
- 3 months funded accommodation to suit your family’s needs
- Flexible work/life balance, including exceptionally flexible rostering arrangements
- Attractive salary package, meeting parity with many mainland specialist awards
- Dynamic and diverse team
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
Essential Requirements
- Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant specialty
Pre‑Employment Checks
- Conviction checks:
- Crimes of Violence
- Sex‑Related Offences
- Serious Drug Offences
- Crimes involving dishonesty
- Identification check
- Disciplinary action in previous employment check
Legal and Equal Opportunity Statement
The appointment is subject to a pre‑employment check. The failures of any required checks will result in dismissal of the application.
Staff Specialist - Emergency Medicine employer: Department of Health, Tasmania
The Tasmanian Department of Health is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. As part of the Correctional Primary Health Service Reform Program in Hobart, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful health reforms while enjoying comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a supportive team environment.
Contact Details:
Department of Health, Tasmania Recruitment Team
