Overview
Clinical Lead – Orthopaedics
North West Regional Hospital (Burnie) & Mersey Community Hospital (Latrobe), Tasmania
Salary: $216,300 – $296,640 p.a. + allowances (up to $484,000 package)
* Incentives: Relocation support | Fully maintained vehicle/allowance | Professional Development $16,974 p.a. | 35% allowance in lieu of private practice | 20% NW Recruitment & Retention allowance
It’s Different Here
Tasmania is not just a place to work – it’s a place to live well.
While the rest of the world feels increasingly generic, our Tasmanian-ness is our greatest strength. Whether it’s bushwalking, mountain biking, or paddock-to-plate dining, here you can quietly pursue the extraordinary.
The rugged and beautiful North West Coast of Tasmania is a tourist mecca with a strong agricultural base, innovative industries, and excellent transport links. Devonport to Melbourne is less than a one-hour flight.
Role: The Role
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Clinical Lead – Orthopaedics to join the Department of Health (DoH) in Tasmania’s North West.
In This Leadership Role, You Will
* Work with the Clinical Director – Surgical & Perioperative to provide strategic direction and high-level leadership.
* Deliver specialist orthopaedic care at North West Regional Hospital (Burnie) and Mersey Community Hospital (Latrobe).
* Contribute to service development, integration, and resource optimisation.
* Provide leadership for the Undergraduate General Medical Education Program through close ties with the University of Tasmania’s Rural Clinical School.
* Support and guide a team of registrars and junior medical officers within a collaborative and dynamic environment.
Eligibility
* Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in Orthopaedics.
* Demonstrated leadership experience and commitment to clinical quality improvement.
* A collaborative, patient-focused approach with enthusiasm for teaching and service development.
What We Offer
* Contemporary, well-equipped work environments
* Flexible work-life balance and supportive team culture
* Competitive salary + allowances:
* 35% allowance in lieu of private practice
* 20% North West Recruitment & Retention allowance
* Professional Development Allowance up to $16,974 p.a.
* Fully maintained vehicle or allowance up to $28,786 p.a.
* Relocation and accommodation assistance
* Commitment to ongoing education and professional growth
Join us in shaping the future of Orthopaedics in Tasmania.
Here, your leadership will make a real impact – in a community where quality of life matches the quality of care.
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