Disclaimer
If you wish to apply via an agency, please ensure they are an approved supplier to the Tasmanian Health Service and listed on the ‘Engagement of Locum Medical Officers and Recruitment of Medical Practitioners’ contract (DOH-6020). Any applications that do not align with this will be automatically listed as ineligible.
Why Tasmania?
It’s different here.
Life in Tasmania provides a quality work/life balance. Here you can pursue what drives you, both professionally and personally.
Today, as the rest of the world feels increasingly generic, our different‑ness – our Tasmanian‑ness – is among our most valuable assets. We invite you to be part of this special place, to quietly pursue the extraordinary, whether it be bushwalking, mountain biking or paddock to plate dining.
Tasmanian | The quiet pursuit of the extraordinary
About the Role and Team
The Team
Comprises of four palliative care consultants, and currently two other palliative care registrars. The medical practitioners work across the MCH and NWRH, as well as the community, alongside palliative care nursing staff. The Palliative Care In Service is an inpatient ward area with four beds located in the MCH. This is part of the broader Specialist Palliative Care Service, which is based at Parkside in Burnie.
The Role
* We are seeking a motivated Registrar – Palliative Care. In this role, on a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for liaising and collaborating with other treating clinicians for both public inpatients and outpatients within the Hospital, Aged Care and Community settings.
* The Tasmanian Health Service (THS) – North West Region is an innovative and dynamic organisation dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our community in Tasmania’s beautiful North West. We are committed to providing the highest levels of healthcare and services in accordance with our CARE values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
* The Rural Generalist Palliative Care Registrar position is accredited by the GP colleges and Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP).
* Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) - 12 months Advanced Specialised Training term in Palliative Care to train registrars on all ACRRM pathways. Accredited in 2023 with a site visit. ACRRM Registrars can also do 6 months training as Foundations in Palliative Medicine (previously Diploma of Palliative Medicine).
* Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) - 6 months Extended Skills training and 12 months Advanced Skills training. Rural Generalist training is also accredited. Registrars can complete the Foundations in Palliative Medicine (previously Diploma of Palliative Medicine).
* RACP - accreditation for Foundations in Palliative Medicine (previously Diploma of Palliative Medicine). Accredited for Advanced Trainees in Palliative Medicine for Core Term 2 Community and Elective Term.
* THS – North West Region also has a close working relationship with the University of Tasmania’s Rural Clinical School.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
The North West Regional Hospital (NWRH) is a modern facility that provides acute care facilities for residents of the North West region of Tasmania. It is a University Teaching Hospital for the Rural Clinical School of the University of Tasmania.
Details of Appointment
Fixed term full time, shift‑worker position working 76 hours per fortnight with 10 hours paid education time that includes a structured education day rostered every 4 weeks and self‑directed learning in the second fortnight of the month. Commencing asap until 31.1.27
*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant
* 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.
Salary
Medical Practitioner Level 5 - 11 $134,930 - $1189,005 per annum + 12% superannuation+ access to salary packaging
* Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022
Eligibility
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
* General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia
* 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.
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:
How to Apply
Apply Online. Please click the Apply button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
Please note
* We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
* All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
* Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.
Statement of Duties
* 521935 Registrar - GP (Palliative Care) MP5-11 (July 2023) CSU.docx
Applicant Guide
* Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.pdf
* Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.docx
For more information
Sophie Coghlan
Position: Administrative Officer - Medical Workforce Unit
Phone: 0456 786 633
E-mail: sophie.coghlan@ths.tas.gov.au
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