Position details at Tasmanian Government

, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Sep, 26

Salary

319701.0

Posted On

19 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Leadership, Surgical Management, Financial Management, Healthcare Governance, Evidence-Based Practice, Performance Management, Strategic Planning, Patient Care Coordination, Accreditation Management, Quality and Safety Programs

Industry

Government Administration

Description

[https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/384/ProviderAsset/scribble/0238a599-4ef1-4bdc-be9d-cc300002eea6.png] THE TEAM The Launceston General Hospital is an accredited 450 bed teaching hospital and is the major referral hospital for Tasmania’s North and North-West. The hospital provides emergency and acute care, specialist services, inpatient and ambulatory care to Launceston and surrounding areas. Launceston General Hospital is the largest employer in the region with around 2,300 staff. It provides quality services in a culture of respect and trust and high levels of professionalism with a focus on performance and achieving results. The hospital focuses on teamwork within the hospital and with community providers. The hospital has a close working partnership with the University of Tasmania and works with many universities to provide clinical practice experience for students within different areas of Medicine, Nursing & Midwifery, Allied Health and Pharmacy. The Clifford Craig Foundation is the community arm of the hospital. It aims to improve the health of the community through the provision of funding for innovative medical research, education of health professions, funding of medical equipment and patient facilities within the hospital. Its medical research program provides significant benefits for the people of the region. Most importantly, all donations are spent in Northern Tasmania and used to provide doctors, nurses and other health professionals with unique medical research opportunities they would find difficult to get at other regional hospitals. This gives the Launceston General Hospital a competitive edge to attract and retain skilled medical professionals to live and work in the Northern region of Tasmania. The Tasmanian Department of Health has supported the implementation of the Studer Program at Launceston General Hospital which commenced in October 2022. This program comprises nine key principles: * Commit to Excellence * Measure the important things * Build a culture around service * Develop leaders to develop people * Focus on employee engagement * Build individual accountability * Align Values with goals and accountability * Communicate at all levels * Recognise and reward success THE ROLE Focus of Duties: * To provide direction and leadership for Surgical Services at the Launceston General Hospital with responsibility for providing effective and efficient surgical services, including financial responsibility and maintenance of teaching and research. Duties: 1. Overall responsibility for management of Surgical Services providing an efficient and effective surgery service within the Launceston General Hospital. 2. Ensure that the Department of Surgery aspires to achieve best practice and be seen as a model for regional surgical services through excellence in governance and judicious application of the principles of evidence-based practice. 3. Overall responsibility to ensure that the main Operating Room Suites and the Day Procedure Unit areas provide an efficient and effective surgery, obstetrics, gynaecology and anaesthesia service within the Launceston General Hospital. 4. Overall responsibility for the management of surgical outpatient clinics to provide an efficient and effective service. 5. Undertake a clinical surgical load in a relevant specialty as required. 6. Responsible for inter and intradepartmental communication and partnership to ensure optimum patient care is provided. 7. Ensure effective management of all physical, financial and human resources within the Surgical Services at the Launceston General Hospital. 8. Manage performance, development, supervision and education portfolios for medical staff within the Department of Surgery. 9. Maintain accreditation in Surgical disciplines with the Relevant Medical Colleges. 10. Participate in statewide strategic planning committees such as the Tasmanian Statewide Surgical Services Network Committee. 11. Responsible for ensuring active involvement in safety and quality programs in line with the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards by all Department of Surgery staff. 12. Active involvement in the planning of ongoing and future surgical services and delivery at the Launceston General Hospital and across the Northern Area. 13. The incumbent can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, that are within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from persons occupying jobs at this classification level. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. WHY TASMANIA The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites. Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work. DETAILS OF APPOINTMENT * Fixed term full time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as possible for a three-year period. *notwithstanding 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, part time and casual vacancies. SALARY Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $222,789 - $319,701 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $309,222 -$319,701 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 2025 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 * Provision of a fully maintained private plated motor vehicle or motor vehicle allowance of $28,786 per annum, pro rata * Participation in Private Practice Scheme 35% or allowance in lieu of private practice schemes 35% * Management Allowance * Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $17,483 per annum, pro rata * Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate. * 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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family. * other allowances as applicable. More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here [https://www.health.tas.gov.au/careers/employee-benefits] ELIGIBILITY Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria as * Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant specialty. Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: * Fellowship of a relevant specialist College Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check. DOWNLOAD THE STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND ANY ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance. Statement of Duties: * 504663 Director Department of Medicine SMP 1-11 (May 2026).docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt41TpPn8p2T72WJWMPmHSVt8uOB8ovLjVx3UpS7qGkKSpYAfeMtNCOm46WDiJZX7St9yP171VO8yD2xAlb4fnz_Iqw1UZirLBkiFDqGRzzKFTvKx0v1eTkmJ6F_imko7HYdIk0Y6I4bIkslVgljB21A%7e%7e] Application Guide: Applicant Guide.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtWFDBzlJDf6nkLcuekxrOWZiSNbIENjYgQwgbjvOk-Qaim1DJqUvurjZJkm6fHvMrJgVHdPFHYuDvYkma8uLWMEwMsQ_Ix8RrrcPKsjz0u3r-KZ2Mo6BKso-VxC-DINv5jugXssKQ4cPEl5YsUkTtfw%7e%7e] How to apply: Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 pages application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required. *only Agencies specifically contracted are invited to provide applicants to this role FOR MORE INFORMATION Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Name: Assoc Prof Viney Joshi Position: Executive Director of Medical Services Phone number: (03) 6777 4796 Email address: edmsnorth@ths.tas.gov.au What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in in Department of Health. listening to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania! Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle [https://makeittasmania.com.au/] One Health Podcast - Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1exxefRfdL4bmGiKhalgvw] One Health Podcast - Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-health-podcast/id1737709275] Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian [https://tasmanian.com.au/health/] Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023). Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Provide direction and leadership for Surgical Services at Launceston General Hospital, overseeing operating rooms, day procedure units, and outpatient clinics. Responsibilities include managing financial and human resources, maintaining accreditation, and ensuring high standards of patient care and safety.