Staff Specialist - Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (522274)
Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Launceston General Hospital
Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 24 June, 2026 11:55 PM
Award/Classification:
Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022, Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-11
Employment type:
Fixed-term, part-time
Region:
North
Location:
LGH Charles Street, Launceston
Provide specialist care to public and private patients.Be involved in research and quality improvement activities, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.Provide specialist advice to inpatient units as required.
The Team:
Northern Tasmanian Pathology Service (NTPS) provides Pathology services to Launceston General Hospital and the Northern regions of Tasmania. We are the only public pathology service operating in North Tasmania. NTPS aims to deliver a high-quality service to general practitioners, medical specialists and private hospitals, providing patients with no out of pocket expenses for Medicare eligible tests. The team at NTPS comprises a large team involving multi-disciplinary scientists, technicians, non-technical staff and Pathologists.
The Role:
This role will support the Staff Specialist Microbiologist by providing clinical and diagnostic advice to Pathology and the ID physician team within the Infectious Diseases Department at LGH. The position will also provide leave coverage for the Staff Specialist Microbiologist during periods of absence.
You will need:
* Experience in management of the clinical microbiology service including bench-level advice
* Experience in communication of critical microbiology results to the treating teams
* To be prepared for regular interaction with the hospital's infectious diseases service and the infection control unit
* Teaching and research skills
* Good understanding of laboratory safety
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. Additionally, it 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 part time, day worker (with on-call) position, working up to 22.8 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as possible until20 April 2027. *notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant
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.
Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $216,300 - $310,389 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation+ access to salary packaging
Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $300,216 -$310,389 is subject to the successful applicant satisfying the criteria for Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1, 2 or 3as outlined in the Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award
* Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022
In addition, the following allowances and benefit, calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available
* Salary packaging options include a range of benefits like living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meals and entertainment every year
* Provision ofa motor vehicle allowance of $28,786 per annum, pro rata
* Participation in Private Practice Scheme 35% or allowance in lieu of private practice schemes 35%
* Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $16,974per annum, pro rata
* Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 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 as
Holds specialist registration
Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who is on the specialist pathway
Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who has a recognised overseas specialist qualification and is assessed ashaving sufficient experience in the speciality.
Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements)
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
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You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 pages application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
*only Agencies specifically contracted are invited to provide applicants to this role
For more information
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Dr Ranmini Kalukottege
Position: Staff Specialist and Head of the Department, Microbiology
Phone number: 03 6777 6693
Email address:ranmini.kalukottege@ths.tas.gov.au
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Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022, Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-11
Employment type:
Fixed-term, part-time
Region:
North
Location:
LGH Charles Street, Launceston
Provide specialist care to public and private patients.Be involved in research and quality improvement activities, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.Provide specialist advice to inpatient units as required.
Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022, Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-11
Employment type:
Fixed-term, part-time
Region:
North
Location:
LGH Charles Street, Launceston
Provide specialist care to public and private patients.Be involved in research and quality improvement activities, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.Provide specialist advice to inpatient units as required.
* Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
* Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
* Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.
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