Staff Specialist (Radiology) (533375)
Department of Health
Hobart TAS
Medical Specialists (Healthcare and Medical)
Government to State (Government and Defence)
Full time
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The Royal Hobart Hospital is seeking interest from suitably qualified applicants for a Staff Specialist Radiology vacancy.
Suitable applicants would be:
A fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Radiology (RANZCR) and have specialist recognition.
Or an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who is on the specialist pathway with the RANZCR.
The position is full time, but conditions are flexible including the opportunity to work a 4 day week.
Applicants seeking part time employment or, who wish to spend some time in private will also be considered.
Who are we?
Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania's largest hospital and major referral centre. As the major clinical teaching and research centre, RHH collaborates with the University of Tasmania and other institutions. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.
The Department of Medical Imaging (DMI) is solely based within The Royal Hobart Hospital. It includes all imaging modalities, including US, Fluro, CT, PET, MRI and Angiography.
It services all inpatient imaging requests and a number of requests from the outpatient departments.
Tasmanian | the quiet pursuit of the extraordinary
Competitive Salary and Allowances
Medical Practitioners (Public Sector) Award
A remuneration package comprising the Agreement base salary, relevant allowances and other entitlements will be negotiated with the successful applicant dependent on clinical experience and seniority.
Base salary points range for Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1 at 216,300 through to Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 11 at 296,640 with further salary increments available.
Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range 300,216 to 310,389 is subject to the successful applicant satisfying the criteria for Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1, 2 or 3 as outlined in the Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award
Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022
The following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
A market allowance between 54,000 and 95,000 pro rata per annum, depending on level of experience.
Provision of a fully maintained private plated motor vehicle (subject to working full-time hours) OR allowance in lieu of motor vehicle currently set at 28,786 pro rata per annum, paid fortnightly (with CPI indexation on 1 July each year).
Continuing Professional Development Allowance of 16,974 pro rata per annum.
On call allowance % of Base Salary.
All other allowances as per current Award.
And subject to approval from the Private Patient Scheme Committee (PPS), 35% of Base salary plus on-call, pro rata) of additional payment will be paid from (PPS). If not admitted to the PPS, a 35% in lieu of PPS of base salary will be paid.
Other Benefits:
You will have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to 9,010 + 2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Fitness Passport to You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just 13.95 per week per person, or 25.95 for a family.
Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
The Role
Within the discipline of Radiology:
Provide Specialist in-patient and out-patient care to patients of the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH).
Be involved with undergraduate teaching and post graduate teaching.
Undertake research and quality improvement activities.
Conduct radiological examinations and report findings.
Provide advice on radiological findings and investigations required to other consultants and medical staff.
Duties:
Patient Care
Provide a radiology service to in-patients and out-patients.
Participate in the after-hours on-call roster.
Teaching
Undertake undergraduate clinical teaching.
Provide supervision and training of post-graduate specialist trainees.
Research
Maintain involvement in research activities.
Administration
Work closely with the Director and other Staff.
A few of our benefits:
Extensive salary packaging options with excellent leave benefits (including professional development leave).
Mentoring and support with an inclusive and well-respected team.
Diverse specialist career pathways and professional development.
Collaborative relationships with a range of professionals across multiple disciplines.
Employer visa sponsorship and support for families for overseas applicants.
Hobart, Tasmania
Hobart has become a cultural centre, with year-round art and music events and restaurants serving gourmet local produce. Excellent educational opportunities and easy access to outdoor pursuits make this the perfect place to raise a family. Enjoy a more tranquil, community-orientated lifestyle while remaining only a short flight from the busy mainland.
Experience beautiful beaches and pristine alpine regions where you can enjoy a vast variety of sports and outdoor activities to suit everyone on the doorstep of a bustling capital city while enjoying the advantages of a short commute and excellent work-life balance.
In Tasmania you will be encouraged to be yourself, to learn, to grow and to develop meaning in your work. You will have a powerful connection to your patients and your colleagues, and the community will encourage your success. Our isolation helps drive a culture of creation and human connection, which feels both old fashioned and... like the only future worth pursuing.
Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle
Details of Appointment
Permanent full-time day work (with on-call), working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
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, part time and casual vacancies.
Essential Requirements
Holds specialist registration; or
Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who is on the specialist pathway?
Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who has a recognized overseas specialist qualification and is assessed as having sufficient experience in the specialty?
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
Desirable Requirements
Competency in the main modalities of CT, MRI, Ultrasound and plain x-ray
Competency in Tier A Interventional procedures such as basic diagnostic angiography and interventional techniques
Posted: 13-02-2026
Salary: A market allowance between 54,000 and 95,000 pro rata per annum