Staff Specialist - Obstetrician and Gynaecologist (514791)

Job Description:

Details of Appointments

Multiple Permanent or fixed term day worker (with on call) positions working up to 76 hours per fortnight.

• 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 and part time vacancies.

Why Tasmania?

It’s different here.

Life in Tasmania provides a quality work/life balance. Here you can pursue what drives you, both professionally and personally.

Today, as the rest of the world feels increasingly generic, our different-ness – our Tasmanian-ness – is among our most valuable assets. We invite you to be part of this special place, to quietly pursue the extraordinary, whether it be bushwalking, mountain biking or paddock to plate dining.

Who Are We Looking For?

We are seeking motivated and experienced Staff Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology to work for the Department of Health across the North West Region.

The maternity unit, housing the birthing suite and all inpatient maternity patients for the region, is located at North West Private Hospital (NWPH) in Burnie, with antenatal and postnatal services offered at both the NWRH and MCH. There are approximately 1000 births annually and staffing includes experienced midwives. High risk births are managed in conjunction with the Launceston General Hospital (LGH) and Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) supported by the local endocrinology and diabetic teams. The unit is supported by a Level 4 Neonatal Unit and an 8 bed Level 4 Intensive Care Unit. The outreach services are located at picturesque regional centres which include the West Coast District Hospital, Smithton District Hospital and King Island District Hospital and Health Centre.

This position will be attractive to highly skilled and motivated medical professionals who view challenges as opportunities and is driven by a passion to improve healthcare in the complex world of modern health systems. The right applicants will play a key role in developing health care at both patient and system levels. Fellows of the Australian College for Rural and Remote Medicine and Fellows of the Australian College of General Practitioners with the relevant skills and qualifications are encouraged to apply. The DoH offers a comprehensive undergraduate and graduate clinical training program, with close ties to the University of Tasmania through the Rural Clinical School. As such, you will be responsible for providing leadership and help with the delivery of the Undergraduate general medical education program.

Salary

You will have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

You will also have access to accommodation and relocation costs.

Base salary points range for Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1 at $163,005 – Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 11 at $228,206 with further salary increments available.

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available, but not limited to:

• Allowance in lieu of private practice of 35%
• North West Recruitment and Retention allowance of 25%
• Professional Development Allowance of up to $24,927 per annum
• Fully maintained vehicle or allowance in lieu up to $25,758 per annum

What Can We Offer?

• Contemporary, well equipped work environments
• Flexible work/life balance
• Attractive Salary Package
• Dynamic team environment
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Essential Requirements

• Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant specialty
• Current Working with Children Registration
• Current Drivers Licence

Position Features:

Participate in an Oncall Roster with other Specialist Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

Travel across the North West to provide services as required/rostered. This includes the following sites where relevant: North West Regional Hospital; Mersey Community Hospital; West Coast District Hospital; Rosebery Community Health Centre; Devonport Community Health Centre; Smithton District Hospital; King Island Hospital & Community Health Centre; and the North West Private Hospital.

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following areas:
• Crimes of Violence
• Sex Related Offences
• Serious Drug Offences
• Crimes involving dishonesty
• Serious traffic offences
2. Identification check
3. Disciplinary action in previous employment check

Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

• Generic Staff Specialist - Obstetrician and Gynaecologist (NW) SMP1-11 (Jan 2023).pdf
• Generic Staff Specialist - Obstetrician and Gynaecologist (NW) SMP1-11 (Jan 2023)docx

How to Apply

Online applications are preferred, please click the blue Apply Now button. If you apply online please do not send a hard copy application as well.

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Complete the following application form and email your application to the listed contact person including the below form:

• Application for Employment (PDF).pdf
• Application for Employment (Word).docx

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Post your application with the above application form to:

Human Resources

Department of Health
Attention Donna Stubbs

PO Box 21
LATROBE TAS 7307

In order to be considered for this position it is a requirement that you address the selection criteria which are located in the Statement of Duties.

For More Information

Donna Stubbs

Position: Employment Consultant, Medical Services (NW)
Phone: 03 6478 5283
E-mail: [email protected]

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