The Team:
Pre-hospital and Retrieval Medicine (PHRM) is a core statewide clinical service under the Tasmanian Role Delineation Framework. Services provided include:
* Critical care responses from Hobart and Launceston bases to provide pre-hospital and in-facility treatment and interfacility transport for seriously sick and injured patients.
* A Critical Care Management Advice Service (CCMAS), offering emergency management advice to paramedics, doctors, and nurses, and coordinating high-risk interfacility transfers.
* Medical coordination and on-scene support for mass casualty incidents and disasters.
* System-wide quality improvement activities such as incident review, policy development, and professional training.
The Role:
The Director of Medical Education and Training is a Specialist Medical Practitioner providing a specialist PHRM service through shift work and on-call duties.
Additional responsibilities include:
* Collaborating with stakeholders to develop strategies for medical education and training in CCR.
* Developing and coordinating medical education and training programs, focusing on preparing and credentialing specialists for PHRM practice.
* Ensuring recruitment, appointment, credentialing, and employment processes comply with legislative and Award standards.
* Supporting the Medical Director AMR in managing Critical Care Services.
* Acting as Medical Director CCR when needed.
Note: Refer to the Statement of Duties for all selection criteria to address in your application.
Why Tasmania?
The Department of Health Tasmania manages hospitals including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, along with district hospitals and ambulance services. It also provides community health, mental health, and primary care services across over 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers stunning natural beauty and a high-quality lifestyle. Working in Tasmania's public health system allows you to build strong professional relationships and enjoy unique experiences outside of work, while making a meaningful community impact.
Details of appointment:
Permanent part-time, shift work (fully rotational), including on-call, 28.5 hours per fortnight, starting as soon as possible.
Note: Hours are negotiable.
Applicants should note that this selection process may be used to fill similar vacancies for up to twelve months from the date of advertisement.
Salary:
Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1 to Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3, $216,300 - $310,389 per annum, pro-rata, plus 11.5% superannuation and salary packaging options.
Access to the higher salary range ($300,216 - $310,389) depends on meeting criteria for Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner levels as per the Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award.
* Salary range is aligned with the Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022.
Additional benefits include:
* Salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment annually.
* Motor vehicle allowance of $28,389 per annum, pro-rata.
* Participation in Private Practice Scheme at 35% or allowance in lieu.
* Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $16,480 per annum, pro-rata.
* Professional development opportunities and pathways.
* Various leave entitlements, including study leave.
* Fitness Passport access for you and your family.
More information about employee benefits can be found on our website.
Eligibility:
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
* Specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant specialty.
* Credentialing eligibility with the Tasmanian Health Service in Emergency Medicine, Anaesthesia, or Intensive Care.
* Good physical fitness and swimming ability to operate safely in pre-hospital and aeromedical settings, including HUET training.
* Current Driver's Licence.
Desirable criteria include:
* Qualification in Pre-Hospital and Retrieval Medicine.
* Experience in teaching, research, quality improvement, and service development.
* Current work in high-acuity clinical environments.
* All essential registration/licences must remain current and valid, with the employee responsible for maintaining them and notifying the employer of any changes.
Note: Refer to the Application Guide for pre-employment checks.
Download the Statement of Duties and associated documents:
Review the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide for detailed information on duties, the program, and application process.
Statement of Duties:
* 524782 Director of Medical Education and Training SMP1-11 (June 2025).docx
Application Guide:
* Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx
How to apply:
Apply online by clicking the "Apply" button. Complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills, and knowledge related to the Statement of Duties. A separate response to the selection criteria is not required.
For more information:
Contact the designated person below for further details about the vacancy.
Simon Brown
Medical Director – Critical Care and Retrieval
Email:
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