Applications are invited from Specialist Medical Practitioners with background in the cancer care field, to lead the delivery of a new Cancer Strategy for Tasmania. The Strategy will outline what is needed across the service system in Tasmania over the next 10 years to reduce the impact of cancer, address disparities and improve outcomes for people affected by cancer, including those who care for people living with cancer. The role is responsible for providing essential clinical expertise and perspective to the planning process, ensuring strategies and initiatives are grounded in best practice and patient need. Resources to undertake service analysis and planning activities, and to facilitate delivery of the Tasmanian Cancer Strategy are allocated from within the Health Planning Unit of the Department. With increases in demand for cancer services across Tasmania expected, and with service complexity increasing as treatment becomes more specialised and individualised, innovative approaches to the systems of cancer care delivery will be required in Tasmania. This is an exciting opportunity for a transformational leader interested in driving and influencing the way cancer services are provided in Tasmania to meet future need. In this role you will: Provide expert advice to Health Board and Government on issues pertaining cancer care Lead engagement and build productive working relationships across the cancer care continuum, including with consumers, clinicians, professional bodies, peak bodies, advocacy groups, private and not-for-profit service providers and executive teams Provide clinical leadership and guidance to the planning process and Strategy development Chair the Cancer Clinical Advisory Committee Provide leadership to the Bluegum’ Health Transformation design/functional requirements process for ‘ cancer services Key characteristics of the person selected for this role are: A professional with a highly respected background in the cancer care field Ability to drive substantial change and forward-thinking cancer service strategies A commitment to service performance, evidence-based practice, improving health outcomes, and whole of system thinking Good judgement and conviction to work across all levels of government and services to champion what is needed to set up for future success and An excellent speaker and communicator, able to engage positively with diverse audiences, from government officials to healthcare providers to patients. Details of Appointment Fixed term part time, day worker position, working 38 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as possible for a period of 12 months. Please note that hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant Salary Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $216,300 - $310,389 per annum, pro rata 11.5% 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 3 as outlined in the Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022 *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 vacancies. 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 Motor vehicle allowance of $28,786 per annum, pro rat Participation in Private Practice Scheme 35% or allowance in lieu of private practice schemes 35% Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $16,974 per annum, pro rata 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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family. Eligibility Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria: Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant speciality Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: Relevant post graduate qualifications, such clinical leadership, health service administration or epidemiology Experience in senior advisory positions Previous experience working on health-related committees at local and national levels Under particular circumstances employees may be required to undertake a new conviction check. Statement of Duties and any associated documents You are encouraged to speak with the contact person once you have familiarised yourself with the Statement of Duties and any associated documents. This will assist you to prepare an application more aligned with our specific needs. 527144 Medical Advisor SMP1-11 (June 2025).docx Applicant Guide Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.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 specifics of the role and selection criteria contained in the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing each individual selection criteria is not required. Please Note 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. Contact Person Dr Dinendra Gill Clinical Director – Medical and Cancer Services Hospitals South Co-Chair Cancer Clinical Advisory Committee dinendra.gill@ths.tas.gov.au The core purpose guiding the way in which we work across the Department of Health is to CARE for the health and wellbeing of all in Tasmania through our Values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. We are united by our shared purpose and model our CARE Values through our interactions with one another, our patients, our clients and the Tasmanian community.