The Team:
* The welcoming community surrounding the hospital consists of natural scenery garnished with wineries, markets, and distilleries, along with entertaining world-class outdoor activities.
The Role:
* Daily management of the Surgical Unit's patients and clinical activities within the limits specified by your clinical privileges.
Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why Tasmania:
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. It also provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment:
Fixed-term full-time, day worker (with on-call) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 2 February 2026 until 31 January 2027. Appointments may be available for longer periods to successful applicants.
* You will receive 10 hours of paid, protected training time per fortnight, pro-rata.
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, part-time, and casual vacancies.
Salary:
Medical Practitioner Level 5 - 11, $134,930 - $189,005 per annum, pro-rata + 11.5% superannuation + access to salary packaging.
* Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022.
Additional allowances and benefits, calculated on the salaried incremental point, may include:
* Salary packaging options including living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meals and entertainment annually.
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for $13.95 per week per person or $25.95 for a family.
* Other allowances as applicable.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here.
Eligibility:
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
* General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre-employment checks.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents:
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide prior to applying for an overview of duties, the program, the selection process, and application guidance.
1. Statement of Duties: 512809, 512810, 527023 Registrar (Non Accredited) Surgical MP5-11 (July 2023) CSU.docx
* Application Guide: Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx
How to apply:
Apply Online by clicking the "Apply" button on this screen. Complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria is not required.
For more information:
Applicants requiring further information are encouraged to contact:
Name: Megan Wheeler
Position: Administrative Officer - (Registrar) Surgery
Phone: (03) 6777 6593
Email: lgh.surgery@ths.tas.gov.au
What it's like working at the Department of Health:
Values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence guide our work. Listen to staff experiences and learn about their journeys relocating to Tasmania through our podcasts and career resources.
We respect diversity and promote an inclusive environment, encouraging applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ communities, and individuals with disabilities.
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