Overview
The Tasmanian Health Service is seeking interest for a 2026 Geriatric Medicine Registrar at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH). This position is suitable for Basic Physician trainees, GP Registrars, or as a non‑core term for Advanced Trainees in Rehabilitation or Emergency Medicine and is distinct from the Advanced Trainee in Geriatric Medicine role.
The aged care department has an establishment of nine full‑time equivalent registrar positions, including up to four advanced trainees in geriatrics and the remainder being registrars in Geriatric Medicine. These positions are supported by interns in acute geriatrics and five resident medical officers across sub‑acute services. The successful applicant will work with a team of junior doctors and consultants in a collegial, stable, and energetic environment of 17 geriatricians.
The department operates 112 inpatient beds – 60 acute, 42 sub‑acute (Geriatric Evaluation and Management), and 10 beds for patients with behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia requiring slow‑stream rehabilitation. An additional GEM at Home service is available. Specialists provide multiple inpatient services, consultative services, shared care orthogeriatrics model, outpatient clinics, regional outreach, education to undergraduates, allied health, nursing, postgraduates, and research. Rotation preferences will be discussed between the trainee and the Director of Clinical Teaching in Aged Care prior to commencement, considering educational objectives.
Salary
$134,930 – $189,005 per annum, in accordance with the Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022.
* CPD allowance
* Additional 3% base rate on call allowance plus overtime
* Disturbance and callback allowances
* Living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year, plus other eligible benefits
* Fitness Passport – access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for $13.95 per week per person or $25.95 for a family.
Classification
Medical Practitioner Level 5–11 (Registrar/Senior Registrar)
Award
Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award
Period of Employment
Fixed term, full time day work (part‑time hours may be considered), working 76 hours per fortnight plus 10 hours protected training time (pro rata) – effective 2 February 2026 until 1 February 2027 (2‑year appointment negotiable).
On‑call roster 1:11.
Location
Various – Peacock 3/Peacock 1/Older Persons Unit/Jasmine (Roy Fagan Unit)
Duties
The Registrar is responsible for day‑to‑day management of private & public inpatients/outpatients and provides after‑hours emergency cover at the hospital.
Essential Requirements
* General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
* Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable).
Pre‑Employment Checks
* Conviction checks in the following areas:
o Crimes of Violence
o Sex‑Related Offences
o Serious Drug Offences
o Crimes involving dishonesty
o Identification check
o Disciplinary action in previous employment check
* All checks to be conducted before appointment, promotion, or transfer as required.
Downloads – Statement of Duties and Associated Documents
* Generic Registrar‑Senior Registrar MP5‑11 (June 2024) CSU (30).pdf
* Generic Registrar‑Senior Registrar MP5‑11 (June 2024) CSU (28).docx
* Department of Health – Applicant Guide Sep 2024.pdf
* Department of Health – Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx
How to Apply
Only online applications will be considered for this recruitment campaign. You are not required to address the selection criteria within the Statement of Duties, but you must submit a current CV and cover letter outlining your career goals and suitability for the position.
Applications submitted by an agency on behalf of an applicant will be considered provided the agency is currently contracted to provide services to the Department of Health.
Contact Information
Dr Andrea Wilson, Staff Specialist – Geriatrician
andre.wilson@ths.tas.gov.au
Marita Eccles, Medical Recruitment
medical.recruitment@ths.tas.gov.au
Workplace Culture
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