OverviewFixed term, full time, day worker (with on-call), position working 76 hours per fortnight, for a period of three years.Why Tasmania?
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The rugged and beautiful North West Coast of Tasmania is a tourist mecca with a strong agricultural sector, developing industrial sector and easy access to other parts of Tasmania and the Australian mainland.RoleWe are seeking a motivated and experienced Clinical Lead – Orthopaedics to work for the Department of Health (DoH) in the North West region.
The role requires leadership with the Clinical Director - Surgical and Perioperative to ensure resources are efficiently utilised, services are integrated within the hospital/service, and high standards of service delivery are achieved in accordance with policy directions, service standards and financial targets.
The Clinical Lead will provide specialist orthopaedic medical care to patients at North West Regional Hospital (NWRH), Burnie and Mersey Community Hospital (MCH), Latrobe.The orthopaedic service provides both an on-call and consultative service at the NWRH in addition to consultative services at the MCH, including orthopaedic day surgery cases.
The current senior staffing comprises full-time and part-time orthopaedic surgeons with a supportive team of registrars and junior medical officers.The DoH offers a comprehensive undergraduate and graduate clinical training program, with close ties to the University of Tasmania through the Rural Clinical School.
You will be responsible for providing leadership and help with the delivery of the Undergraduate general medical education program.Salary and BenefitsYou will have access to salary package plus a range of perks including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year, with other benefits if eligible.
Accommodation and relocation costs may also be available.Base salary points range for Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1 at $216,300 – Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 11 at $296,640 with further salary increments available.
The following allowances are available (calculated on the salaried incremental point, but not limited to):Allowance in lieu of private practice of 35%North West Recruitment and Retention allowance of 20%Professional Development Allowance of up to $16,974 per annumFully maintained vehicle or allowance in lieu up to $28,786 per annumSalary range is in accordance with the Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022What we can offer:Contemporary, well equipped work environmentsFlexible work/life balanceAttractive Salary PackageDynamic team environmentCommitment to ongoing professional developmentQualifications and SelectionSuccessful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant specialtyDesirable criteria:Current Driver's LicencePre-employment checks: The Head of the State Service requires the nominated person to satisfy pre-employment checks before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer.
Checks include:Conviction checks in the following areas: crimes of violence; sex-related offences; serious drug offences; crimes involving dishonestyDisciplinary action in previous employment checkHow to ApplyDownload the Statement of Duties and any associated documents.
Review the Applicant Guide and Statement of Duties prior to applying for an overview of duties, program, selection process and criteria.Apply online by clicking the "Apply" button on this screen.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
Note: you do not need to provide a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.Attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
Have two referees ready as part of the online application.Contact and Additional InformationFor more information, please contact: Employment Consultant, Medical Services (NW) via phone on (03) 6478 5283 or email.
Update your contact details at the Online Applicant Portal.The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers, shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.
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📌 Clinical Lead - Orthopaedics (526395)
🏢 Department of Health, Tasmania
📍 Burnie