Head of Department - Infectious Diseases (503704L1)
Applications close: Oct 16, 2025 11:55 PM
Overview
As the Head of Department (HoD) in the Infectious Diseases Unit (IDU) at Launceston General Hospital (LGH), Hospitals North, provide a consultative role in infectious diseases to the Tasmanian Health Service (THS) and actively participate in inpatient and outpatient care for public and private patients at LGH.
The Opportunity
The opportunity exists for a Specialist Infectious Diseases (ID) Physician to join LGH as either a Staff Specialist or as Head of Department ID & Staff Specialist. There is also an optional opportunity to incorporate a minor Microbiology role for a suitably qualified candidate. LGH is Tasmania’s second largest hospital, serving the North of the state with 330+ beds and a tertiary Intensive Care Unit. The LGH has teaching and research ties with the University of Tasmania Medical School and research supported by the Clifford Craig Foundation.
The Role
- Staff Specialist ID Physician or Head of Department ID & Staff Specialist ID Physician, providing specialist care in ID
- Provide outpatient consultation to public patients across Northern Tasmania in specialist ID services
- Provide specialist advice to inpatient units as required, including twice weekly critical care ID rounds
- Be involved in research and quality improvement activities, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
- Participate and lead the Antibiotic Stewardship Program
- Option to include Clinical Microbiology, in addition to ID Physician role for a suitably qualified ID Physician
What We're Looking For
- Fellowship training in Infectious Diseases or equivalent qualifications
- Proven leadership experience in clinical settings
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse teams
- Commitment to teaching and mentoring healthcare professionals
- Experience with quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
What We Offer
Competitive remuneration, comprehensive professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that encourages innovation and values work-life balance.
Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of Appointment
Permanent, full-time, day worker (with on call) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you can join us. Flexible working hours may be negotiated to part-time hours.
Applications close: Thursday 16 October 2025 11:55 PM
Remuneration and Benefits
- Specialist Medical Practitioner levels per the Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022; salary ranges vary by seniority
- Salary packaging options and private vehicle allowances where applicable
- Private Practice Scheme options and professional development allowances
- Continuing Professional Development and travel/relocation assistance where applicable
- Fitness-related benefits and other entitlements
Eligibility
- Holds specialist registration in Infectious Diseases
- Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) on the specialist pathway or with recognised overseas specialist qualification
- Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by position requirements)
Desirable
- Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) or equivalent
- Microbial genomics experience or scope of practice in microbial genomics
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