The Tasmanian Psychiatry Training Program (TPTP) is currently recruiting for a Registrar position.
Applications are open from 4 March to 18 March 2026. Applications will only be accepted from doctors with a current AHPRA registration.
The TPTP offers a comprehensive state‐wide training program in psychiatry with placements in Hobart, Launceston, Burnie and Devonport. Rotations include Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Forensic Psychiatry, Consultation Liaison Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, Old Age, Perinatal, Community, Rehabilitation, Medical Administration and Private Psychiatry.
The Statewide Mental Health Service reforms are also providing expanding opportunities in services such as Acute Care, First Responder and Hospital in the Home Teams. In partnership with the University of Tasmania the service has also recently established the Tasmanian Centre for Mental Health Service Innovation dedicated to enhancing and improving mental health service offerings for children, young people and adults across Tasmania. The centre is co‐directed by Professor David Castle and Professor Brett McDermott and focuses on workforce development, training and education, research and development, and policy and advocacy.
Trainees can complete their whole training in Tasmania. The TPTP offers generalist training as well as the option of obtaining advanced training certificates in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry, Consultation Liaison Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry and Psychiatry of Old Age. Applicants for advanced training positions should contact the Director of Training (DoT) to discuss availability.
The TPTP runs a local Formal Education Program supported by STP funds which allows speakers from around Australia to contribute to our training, as well as a successful examination preparation course. With approximately 36 trainees across the state the TPTP offers a more personal program with strong support from training, supervisors, service and an active peer network.
The Tasmanian Branch Training Committee provides an overview of the training program, assists with allocations of rotations, and upholds College policies and procedures all under the auspices of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP).
Working in SMHS provides a unique opportunity to practice psychiatry in various subspecialty areas such as Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Forensic Psychiatry, Consultation Liaison Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, Old Age, Perinatal, Community, and Rehabilitation.
With major mental health reforms underway there are expansions to existing services, such as Older Peoples Mental Health Services, Child and Youth Mental Health Services and Correctional Primary Health, and new teams developing such as Hospital in the Home, Outreach teams, Tasmanian Eating Disorders Service.
Further information can be obtained by contacting the TPTP office or by contacting the Director of Training at robert.bell@health.tas.gov.au.
Alternatively, you can contact Senior Consultant Workforce Planning and Development, Trizia Cangelosi at trizia.cangelosi@health.tas.gov.au.
Advanced Training Opportunities
* Child and Adolescent Psychiatry – Prof Brett McDermott, brett.mcdermott@ths.tas.gov.au
* Forensic Psychiatry – Dr Sonny Atherton, sonny.atherton@ths.tas.gov.au
* Psychiatry of Old Age – Dr Matt Fasnacht, matthew.fasnacht@ths.tas.gov.au
* Addiction Psychiatry – Dr Robert Bell, robert.bell@health.tas.gov.au
* Consultation Liaison Psychiatry – Dr Andreja Vuchkov, andreja.vuchkov@ths.tas.gov.au
The Role
* Admission and care of patients and liaison with specialist medical staff regarding patients.
* Attend specialist ward rounds and record all decisions made in the medical history.
* Timely response to calls by members of the patient's care team.
* Ensure that consultations occur when requested.
Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Position Features
* The position requires the occupant to participate in after‐hours work.
* The position requires the occupant to participate in an on‐call roster.
* Doctors located in the Northwest Regional Hospital will be expected to provide Code Blue and MET calls to both public and private patients within the co‐located private hospital.
* Staff employed under this Statement of Duties as a Visiting Medical Practitioner will be employed in accordance with the Tasmanian Visiting Medical Practitioners.
Location
Opportunities exist in the South, North and the Northwest.
Details of Appointment
Fixed term full time, day worker (with on‐call) positioning, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a period of 3 years.
Registrars will receive 10 hours of paid, protected training time per fortnight.
* 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 and part‐time vacancies.
Salary
* Medical Practitioner Level 5 – Level 11: $134,930–$189,005 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging.
* This salary range is in accordance with the Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022.
* Relocation and commencement support for approved appointees.
Eligibility
* General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
* Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements).
* Enrolled and completing training in the medical specialty of psychiatry with RANZCP.
Desirable:
* Has successfully completed all fellowship examinations relevant to their training program and employment and is within 1 year of obtaining specialist fellowship.
Pre‐Employment Checks
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job must satisfy a pre‐employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
* Conviction checks in the following areas:
o Crimes of violence
o Sex‐related offences
o Serious drug offences
o Crimes involving dishonesty
* Identification check.
* Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
Documents for Download
* Download the Statement of Duties: Generic Registrar - Psychiatry MP5-11 (July 2023) CSU (4).docx
Applicant Guide
* Department of Health – Applicant Guide June 22.pdf
* Department of Health – Applicant Guide June 22.docx
How to Apply
Apply online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures 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.
Important Information
* All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
* Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.
The email account you provide when submitting job applications will be used in correspondence with you. It is important that this is kept up to date and monitored regularly.
To update your email address (or contact number), log in to www.jobs.tas.gov.au and look for "Existing applicant login" where you can update your details.
We recognise and value workforce diversity and the unique contributions of each person based on their background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.
Better health and quality of life around Tasmania. Visit
#J-18808-Ljbffr