The General Paediatric Advanced Training program offers accredited positions in Hobart, as well as rural accredited locations in Launceston and Burnie.
We welcome applications from trainees for multiple positions (all in one application – just indicate your interest)
For basic training positions please see separate advertisement
General Paediatrics
General Paediatrics Advanced Training Registrar Stream
General Paediatric AT 'Stream': A successful applicant to the General Paediatric AT 'Stream' would be granted a 3-year position, fulfilling all their general paediatric Advanced Trainee requirements.
The training program may be structured something like:
Year 1:
Aim: This rotation fulfills the rural and perinatal training requirement.
Includes: 6 months in General Paediatrics at RHH, and 6 months in General Paediatrics in a regional hospital (Launceston General Hospital or Northwest Regional Hospital, Burnie).
Year 2:
Aim: This rotation will fulfill developmental/psychosocial and acute-care training requirements.
Includes: 6 months in a Community/Developmental Paediatric post (Community Paediatrics, Paediatric Rehabilitation), and 6 months in Neonatal and Paediatric Intensive Care and Newborn and Paediatric Emergency Transport.
Year 3:
Aim: This year is flexible depending on the individual's interests and experience, availability of positions and trainees' level of experience for the General Paediatric Senior Registrar post.
May Include: 6 months General Paediatrics at RHH, 3 months Outpatients, and 3 months in General Paediatrics in a regional hospital (Launceston General Hospital or Northwest Regional Hospital, Burnie).
Contact person: Dr Melissa Lambeth ***************@ths.tas.gov.au
Note: Adjustments to this program may be made on request on an individual basis within the capacity of the RHH Program.
General Paediatrics Advanced Trainee Registrar
12 month advanced training positions are available with combinations of any of the mentioned rotations including 3, 6 and 12 month rotations to rural sites in Launceston and Burnie.
Dr Melissa Lambeth (***************@ths.tas.gov.au)
General Paediatrics Advanced Trainee Senior Registrar - RHH
This position at the RHH is designed for an Advanced Trainee at the end of their training to support both clinical and leadership skill development and transition to consultancy. The General Paediatric Senior Registrar is a vital team member who assists in care of the acute inpatients and outpatient, co-ordinates the junior doctor rostering and education schedule with oversight of staff specialists and holds a professional portfolio within the department including coordination of the RACP Clinical Exam.
There is opportunity to pursue interests in areas such as research, medical education, policy and evidence-based medicine, as well as participate in the first on call roster for the general paediatric ward. The General Paediatric Senior Registrar is highly valued team member, and benefits from close working relationships with the Staff Specialist team.
Dr Melissa Lambeth (***************@ths.tas.gov.au)
Paediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Advanced Trainee
This is a unique position at RHH working with a statewide multi-disciplinary Paediatric Rehabilitation team to support children and young people with functional impairments (congenital or required) referred to outpatient Paediatric Rehabilitation clinics (General Rehabilitation, Spinal, Brain Injury, Neuromuscular, Combined Orthopaedic-Rehabilitation Clinic, Transition Clinic), as well as the inpatients accessing rehabilitation care. The position provides excellent training in neurodevelopmental surveillance and rehabilitation of infants, children and young people
The position is open to Advanced Trainees from General Paediatrics, Community Child Health, Neonatal and Perinatal Medicine, or Adult Rehabilitation Medicine. Please note this position is currently accredited for Advanced Training in Paediatric Rehabilitation Medicine.
There is requirement to participate in the after-hours roster and sick leave on call as a registrar for the acute paediatric service.
Dr Eliza Maloney (*************@ths.tas.gov.au)
Adolescent Medicine Advanced Trainee
This position provides experience in a dedicated inpatient and outpatient Adolescent Medicine department. The position is accredited for Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine (AYAM) Core A training, as well as General Paediatrics non-core training. The position includes inpatient care on the Adolescent Medicine ward as well as outpatient experience in adolescent medicine, gender care and eating disorders. There is also the opportunity to work in service development and delivery.
There is requirement to participate in the after-hours roster and sick leave on call as a registrar for the acute paediatric service.
Dr Michelle Williams (***************@ths.tas.gov.au)
Community Child Health Advanced Trainee
These positions with the Tasmanian Community Paediatric Service (TCPS) are accredited for Community Child Health (CCH) Training including developmental behaviour paediatrics, community-based multidisciplinary paediatrics, child protection training (alternative), social paediatrics and child population health activities. Completion of CCH training exclusively in Tasmania is therefore possible. A rotation with the TCPS is also accredited for developmental/ psychosocial training for general paediatrics.
The role is providing outpatient community paediatric care, with a specific focus on improving the wellbeing of Tasmanian children experiencing social vulnerabilities. Clinical experiences include providing neurodevelopmental assessments, supporting children and young people living in Out of Home Care, working with Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations, and collaborating with community service providers. Clinics are located in surrounding areas of Hobart, with opportunity to travel to the North and Northwest of the state for day clinics on a quarterly basis. This is opportunity to participate in the oncall Paediatric Sexual Assault Care roster for trainees interested. There is also opportunity to participate in Public Health research and policy advocacy from within this team. This is an exciting time to work within the TCPS with recent funding supporting the expansion of the service to a multi-disciplinary team of paediatricians and allied health professionals.
There is requirement to participate in the after-hours roster and sick leave on call as a registrar for the acute paediatric service.
Dr Anagha Jayakar (**************@ths.tas.gov.au)
Neonatal and Paediatric ICU Senior Registrar
The RHH Neonatal Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (NPICU) provide medical care for neonates, infants and children, including the care of neonates with surgical conditions. As well as working in the NPICU, this role includes participation in the Neonatal and Paediatric Emergency Transport Service (NPETS), the Early Development Clinic, the High-Risk Antenatal Clinic (Foetal Medicine), education, research and quality improvement initiatives.
These positions incorporate clinical training with senior responsibilities, including the supervision of junior medical staff. The position involves a roster that includes daytime supervision of the unit, participation in an after-hours registrar roster, and the opportunity to be first on-call (i.e., acting consultant with back-up) when sufficiently experienced. There is also opportunity to build a professional portfolio through contributions to service development, quality improvement and education.
These positions are accredited for a maximum total of 18 months of advanced training in Neonatal Perinatal Medicine (maximum of 12 months core training in a perinatal centre). Each 12-month period is equivalent to 3 months of accredited surgical training. Senior Advanced Trainees will also participate in the NPETS roster with transport experience also meeting advanced training requirements. The position is also accredited for the acute paediatric requirements of advanced training in General Paediatrics.
There is requirement to participate in the after-hours roster and sick leave on call for the NPICU.
Note – Interested Career Medical Officers are invited to express interest to the unit director.
Dr Tony De Paoli (***************@ths.tas.gov.au)
Transport NPICU Advanced Trainee
This position involves training and participation in the Newborn Emergency Transport Service (NETS), as a part of their participation in the NPICU registrar roster. The role incorporates participation in NETS teaching, service development, audit and quality improvement activities. Registrars in the transport role are closely supported by NPICU/NETS consultant staff and the NETS Nursing team.
These positions are accredited for a maximum total of 18 months of advanced training in Neonatal Perinatal Medicine (maximum of 12 months core training in a perinatal centre). Each 12-month period is equivalent to 3 months of accredited surgical training.
There is requirement to participate in the after-hours roster and sick leave on call for the NPICU.
Note – Interested Career Medical Officers are invited to express interest to the unit director.
Dr Tony De Paoli (***************@ths.tas.gov.au)
Salary
$134,930 - $189,005 per annum
Medical Practitioner Level 5 (Registrar) to Level 11 (Senior Registrar)
Period of Employment
Fixed term, full time day work working 76 hours per fortnight (+10 hours protected training time) commencing from 1 February 2026 until 7 February 2028.
Location
* Royal Hobart Hospital
* Launceston General Hospital and,
* North West General Hospital
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Essential Requirements
* General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
* Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements).
Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents
* Generic Registrar-Senior Registrar MP5-11 (June 2024) CSU.pdf
* Generic Registrar-Senior Registrar MP5-11 (June 2024) CSU.docx
* 0. Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.pdf
* 0. Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx
* RHH Paediatric Trainee Data Sheet APRIL 2026 (1).docx
For further information please contact the relevant person listed.
How to apply
We encourage you to apply online, please click the blue Apply Now button.
What do I submit with my application?
Please ensure that your application includes:
* Application Form
* A Current Resume/CV
* A Cover Letter – please submit a one-page letter including why you would like to come to the Tasmanian Paediatric Training Program, and what skills and attributes you bring
* RHH Paediatric Trainee Data Sheet (please email an electronic version to: ***************@ths.tas.gov.au AND ***************@ths.tas.gov.au)
* Please note: you are NOT required to address the selection criteria for this position. Please instead fill in the 'RHH Paediatric Trainee Data Sheet' attached.
Please note: Applications submitted by an Agency on behalf of an applicant will not be considered at this time.
Note: To promote the health of Indigenous peoples in our region, and in alignment with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians Indigenous Strategic Framework, all applicants who clearly indicate on their application that they identify as Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander and/or Maori, who meet our minimum requirements, will be offered an interview.