Position details at Tasmanian Government

, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Aug, 26

Salary

206000.0

Posted On

01 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

General Surgery, Patient Management, Clinical Leadership, Mentoring, Quality Improvement, Clinical Audit, Emergency Care, Outpatient Services, Inpatient Services, Surgical Training

Industry

Government Administration

Description

The Role: Fulfil several targeted activities to improve the delivery of general surgical services to patients at the Launceston General Hospital (LGH) and to assist in the coordination and training of Surgical Registrars and Resident Medical Officers (RMOs). The role will involve a mix of the following objectives: * The undertaking of approved general surgical outpatient and inpatient services. * Participation in the after-hours Registrar/Consultant on-call rosters. * Provision of leadership and mentoring for surgical registrars and RMOs in training. * Assisting with quality improvement, audit and service improvement within the Department of Surgery. Also dependent upon qualifications and interests of the incumbent, there may be the opportunity to be involved with other teaching and research activities. * Within the four broad position objectives described above, the incumbent will be responsible for the day to day management of private and public inpatients and outpatients within the LGH. There may also be a need to periodically participate in the afterhours cover at the hospital as determined by the Director of Surgery. * Responsible for the day to day management of private and public in patients and outpatients within the allocated site/facility. * Provide after hours emergency cover as determined by the relevant work unit. The Team: * Broad exposure to General Surgery including operating, emergencies and clinic. * The role is well supported clinically with additional teaching and research opportunities. * The welcoming community surrounding the hospital consists of natural scenery garnished with wineries, markets and distilleries and entertaining world class outdoor activities. * Close contact with consultant staff. * Limited evenings and weekends on call. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Details of appointment: * Fixed term full time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 1 February 2027 until 6 February 2028. *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: Senior Career Medical Officer Level 1 -3 $187,460 - $206,000 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging * Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022 * Please note that access to the Senior Career Medical Officer is subject to the successful applicant satisfying the criteria for Senior Career Medical Officer Level 1, 2 or 3 as outlined in the Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award 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 * Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $5,305 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: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria as * General, provisional, or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia * Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements) 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: * Generic Senior Career Medical Officer SCMO 1-3 (July 2025).docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt9_Kf37XWTX_ZpAuJLPS3qwg-U-XafMVDuIg78SwO-3XphCCnu-8Sl5KWZemDi4JMFYfdsblJCq_RRpfRUYHyUephvgG6QeWrZhPRYHwjGIMxmjhdpkpC-nOrrJOVPEekqy3ak1uzNkyK5xAF0Rkqkw%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: Megan Wheeler Position: Administrative Officer - (Registrar) Surgery Phone number: (03) 6777 6593 Email address: lgh.surgery@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

Deliver general surgical services to patients at Launceston General Hospital, including managing public and private inpatients and outpatients. Provide leadership, mentoring, and training for surgical registrars and resident medical officers while participating in on-call rosters.