Overview
Department of Health Tasmania – Launceston, TAS. Launceston General Hospital is Tasmania's second largest hospital. The unit supports approximately 1600 births per year, with a neonatal unit caring for babies from 32 weeks gestation. The unit provides comprehensive gynaecological services, including level 6 laparoscopy, hysteroscopic procedures, urogynecological procedures at a generalist level, and traditional open and vaginal surgery. The unit supports collaboration between midwifery and obstetric staff with multiple midwifery care models and high-risk pregnancy management by obstetric staff.
Responsibilities
* Provide high quality day-to-day medical services in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department within Women\'s and Children\'s Services (WACS) at Launceston General Hospital (LGH).
* Eligible positions are suitable for advanced trainees, unaccredited registrars, or SIMGs. Applicants wishing to enter RANZCOG ITP should apply via RANZCOG and the Royal Hobart Accredited trainee advertisement.
* Under the direction of a relevant specialist consultant, participate in private operative procedures for gynaecology patients.
* Under the direction of a relevant specialist consultant, participate in inpatient and postoperative care of private gynaecology patients at Calvary Healthcare (St Vincent's).
* Supervise and teach junior medical staff and medical students attached to the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department.
* Participate in relevant postgraduate educational activities.
Requirements
* General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
* Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration.
Details of appointment
* Fixed term full time, shift worker position, up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 18 May 2026 until 31 January 2027.
* 10 hours of paid, protected training time per fortnight, pro rata.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant
Salary and benefits
* Medical Practitioner Level 5 - 11 $134,930 - $189,005 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging
* Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022
* 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 a small weekly fee
* Other allowances as applicable
Application process
* Download the Statement of Duties and associated documents
* Review the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide prior to applying for an overview of duties, program, selection process and guidance
* How to apply: Apply Online. Click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure important questions about you are answered.
* You will be prompted to 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.
* *applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role
Contact and additional information
* Name: Dr Toly Pavlov
* Position: Head of Department
* Phone: 0423 772 *** or (03) 6777 8***
* Email: **************@ths.tas.gov.au
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and communities. This role does not include any procurement or external vendor responsibilities.
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