At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a diverse team providing acute care and general medicine services.
- Company: Launceston General Hospital, affiliated with the University of Tasmania.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, relocation support, professional development, and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Permanent position with excellent career growth opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while enjoying stunning Northern Tasmania.
- Qualifications: Must hold specialist registration or be an International Medical Graduate on the specialist pathway.
Launceston General Hospital invites applications to fill the role of Staff Specialist - General Medicine/Acute Care Services. The Launceston General Hospital is located in stunning Northern Tasmania and is affiliated with the University of Tasmania Clinical School. The Department of General Medicine is staffed with a diverse team of specialists, as well as Advanced Trainees in General and Acute Care Medicine and Basic Physician Trainees.
A variety of workplace settings are available, including: acute medicine; inpatient medical wards; outpatient clinics; stroke; and intermediate care.
Details of Appointment:
- Permanent, day worker with on call position, working 15.2 hours per fortnight, commencing on a mutually agreed date (notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant).
- Salary: Specialist Medical Practitioners Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $222,789 - $319,701 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging.
- Motor vehicle allowance of $30,254 per annum, pro rata.
- Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $17,483 per annum, pro rata.
- Relocation and commencement support may be available for approved appointee.
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
- Holds specialist registration; or
- Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who is on the specialist pathway; or
- Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who has a recognised overseas specialist qualification and is assessed as having sufficient experience in the speciality.
Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee’s responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change.
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‐employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
- Conviction checks in the following areas:
- Crimes of violence
- Sex related offences
- Serious drug offences
- Crimes involving dishonesty
- Identification check
- Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
Important information:
The email account you provide when submitting job applications will be used in correspondence to you. It is important that this is kept up to date and monitored regularly. To update your email address (or contact number), log in to www.jobs.tas.gov.au and look for "Existing applicant login" where you can update your details.
The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.
Staff Specialist - General Medicine in Launceston employer: Department of Health
The Department of Health in Victoria is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where your contributions directly impact health policy and governance. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to ongoing training and growth opportunities, all while working alongside dedicated professionals in a collaborative culture that values evidence-based decision-making. Located in the heart of Victoria, this role provides a unique chance to influence health outcomes in a fast-paced executive setting.
