Specialist with an interest in Clinical Forensic Medicine
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Specialist with an interest in Clinical Forensic Medicine
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Location: The Canberra Hospital, Garran
Section: Clinical Forensic Medical Services
Closing Date: 11 August 2025
Employment Type
* Full Time, Permanent
* Part Time, Permanent
* Temporary 6 - 12 months with possibility of extension and or permanency
* Casual
Classifications
* Staff Specialist 1-5 / Senior Specialist - Must hold or be eligible to hold a Fellowship with any Australian recognised college of Medical Practitioners - training and qualification in clinical Forensic Medicine can be supported on the job.
* Career Medical Officer
Salary Package Range: Note: Starting base salary will be negotiated within this classification for the successful candidate, depending on experience and expertise.
* Specialist :
$311,855 to $413,819 (pro rata for part time) Package inclusive of Base Salary $188,151 to $254,198 + Private Practice Scheme Allowance + On-call allowance + Medical Education Expense Allowance + Superannuation (12%)
* Career Medical Officer
$176,425-$209,516 (pa)
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Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital
Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions
Flexible working conditions
VISA/Sponsorship for eligible candidates - For Specialists only
Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate/ International candidates on permanent and long-term appointments (subject to review and approval)
Specialists also attract
* Medical Education Expenses allowance reimbursement up to $21,037 per annum
* Generous leave provisions, including up to 4 weeks training/education leave and up to 5 weeks annual leave per annum
Medical Staff in the Canberra Health Services enjoy excellent conditions, and our Enterprise Agreement is available at ENTERPRISE AGREEMENTS
About The Role
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. We provide acute, sub-acute, primary and community-based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding regions. More information can be found on the CHS website.
Clinical Forensic Medical Services (CFMS) is a locally based well established clinical service that provides forensic medical care to patients from the ACT and surrounding areas. CFMS comprises of Clinical Forensics ACT (CFACT), contracted medical services to the AFP, Forensic and Medical Sexual Assault Care (FAMSAC), the ACT Health based sexual assault service, and 'Fitness To Drive Medical Clinic' (FTDMC). CFMS is one of only 3 clinical units in Australia that provides specialist medical training in the forensic field. CFMS reviews patients at various locations in the ACT including at a bespoke DNA minimal suite located at the Canberra Hospital.
Clinical duties include attendance at death scenes, traffic medical assessments, medical review and support for people in custody at the regional watch house, completion of forensic procedures, injury documentation, forensic and medical care of patients reporting a sexual assault, fitness for interview assessments and management of AFP occupation exposures.
CFMS is a medical unit within Canberra Health Services, with requirements and support for ongoing professional development of all staff. We are seeking experienced specialists in Clinical Forensic Medicine, Career Medical Officers or Specialists who hold (or are eligible to hold) specialty registration with an Australian recognised medical college (preferably, but not limited to, General Practice, Emergency care or Women's and Children's health) who are seeking to expand their skills and knowledge, or are seeking a career move, with an interest in undertaking training and education in the rewarding area of Clinical Forensic Medicine.
The position holder is expected to operate within the Public Sector Management Act (1994), the ACT Public Service Code of Conduct and the professional requirements specified by the appointee's Specialist College.
Strong research links are maintained with the ANU, University of Canberra and the Australian Catholic University. All specialties are represented with the exception of organ transplantation. The hospital has well developed post graduate teaching programs. A fully equipped medical library is available on site with a large collection of hard copy and on line journals and textbooks.
The preferred candidate maybe considered for a conjoint position in ANU at an academic level commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. The academic position will be held for the duration of the Canberra Health Services employment and will be subject to regular performance reviews. No remuneration is attached to the University position. The employee will be responsible to the University on academic matters and to The Canberra Hospital & Canberra Health Services for clinical/ research matters.
For more information in relation to conjoint positions with the ANU please contact The Director, ANU School of Medicine and Psychology (02) 6125 2622 director.smp@anu.edu.au
To provide further context as to what this position may look like, please view the Position Descriptions below:
* Staff Specialist/Senior Staff Specialist
* Career Medical Officer
Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:
Hold registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
Be able to obtain and maintain Australian Federal Police Base Line Security Clearance
Meet credentialing requirements and receive an Endorsed scope of clinical practice from the Medical Dental Appointments Advisory Committee (MDAAC) (Specialists Only)
Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. (this is a different clearance to the Australian Federal Police Base Line Security Clearance)
Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
To Apply
Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 3-page (maximum) response to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description.
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website .
To apply for your classification level please click the relevant link below:
* Staff Specialist/Senior Staff Specialist
* Career Medical Officer
Our Vision : creating exceptional health care together
Our Role : to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values : Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind
CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.
If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Dr Amanda Barry at amanda.barry @act.gov.au .
Job
Senior Medical Officers
Salary Range
188,151.00
Amanda Barry
amanda.barry@act.gov.au
11/Aug/2025, 8:59:00 AM
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