Consultant Urological Surgeon – Launceston General Hospital
Launceston General Hospital invites applications for a Consultant Urological Surgeon to join our dynamic and expanding team. Serving a population of approximately 300,000, our unit provides a comprehensive Level 6 Urology service across North and North‐West Tasmania, alongside statewide sub‐specialist services. Our urology department is renowned for its supportive and collaborative culture. You'll be joining a team of four experienced urologists who are committed to excellence in patient care, well supported by registrars including a SET trainee and a clinical nurse specialist.
We have access to state‐of‐the‐art equipment, including a da Vinic XI dual‐console robotic platform.
Role Overview
Successful candidates will work as a fixed‐term, full‐time day worker with on‐call, 21 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a three‐year period. A possibility exists to work in a position of a Visiting Medical Specialist or as a Staff Specialist, hours to be negotiated.
Responsibilities
* Clinical Activities: Operating in the Main Theatre Suite at LGH; Operating in the Day Procedure Unit at LGH & MCH; Seeing patients in the Outpatient Clinic at LGH & MCH; Weekly Grand Rounds; Provide consultative service for other specialty units; Supervising clinical work of junior medical staff in the Unit; Participate in satellite clinics and theatre lists at Mersey Community Hospital; Participation in SET Registrar training and Multidisciplinary Team Meetings.
* Quality Assurance Activities within the LGH: Participating in Unit and Departmental Management Meetings; Participating in continuing education meetings; Teaching of the clinical staff (Doctors and Nurses); Ensuring accurate clinical records are maintained for each patient; Overseeing the quality of care provided by the junior medical staff; Actively participate in and contribute to the organisation's Quality & Safety and Work Health & Safety processes, including in the development and implementation of safety systems, improvement initiatives and related training.
* Teaching & Research: Undergraduate teaching, including tutorials for students of the Tasmanian Medical School; Teaching of junior medical staff; Participate in clinical reviews and research activities at the LGH; Research is encouraged with funds available through the Clifford Craig Foundation.
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* The incumbent can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, that are within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from persons occupying positions at this classification level.
* Subspecialist interests are encouraged. Experience in female urology and robotics is highly valued.
Benefits
* Attractive allowance and relocation package.
* Eligible for an additional Urology Specialist Allowance of up to $110,000 per annum, pro rata, further to the award rate.
* Relocation and commencement support available up to $15,000 for approved appointees.
Salary and Allowances
* Visiting Medical Practitioners – Level 1; Visiting Medical Specialists – Level 4: $280,161 – $490,097 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging.
* Salary range in accordance with the Tasmanian Visiting Medical Practitioners (Public Sector) Agreement 2019.
Eligibility
* Essential: Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant specialty.
* Desirable: Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) or equivalent.
* Applicants must maintain current and valid registration/licences throughout employment and notify the Employer of any changes.
* Pre‐employment checks include conviction checks in the areas of violence, sex‐related offences, serious drug offences, dishonesty, identification check, and disciplinary action in previous employment.
Location
Launceston General Hospital & Mersey Community Hospital, Department of Surgical and Perioperative Services; outpatients and theatre suites. Launceston is Tasmania's second‐major city, located in the beautiful Tamar Valley. The city offers a vibrant restaurant, café and market scene, and world‐heritage wilderness areas such as the Tamar winelands and Cradle Mountain.
EEO Statement
The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.
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