Staff Specialist - Medical Oncologist (519888) Australia, Tas About Tasmania Government The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels.
This position will be attractive to a highly skilled and motivated medical professional who is driven by a passion to improve healthcare in the complex world of modern health systems. The right applicant/s will play a key role in developing health care at both patient and system levels.
Who are we? Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania's largest hospital and major referral centre. As the major clinical teaching and research centre, RHH collaborates with the University of Tasmania and other institutions. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.
The Role Provide a senior role in Medical Oncology and related services at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH). Provide inpatient and outpatient care to public and private patients of RHH in all aspects of Medical Oncology, including the RHH Medical Oncology outpatient clinic. Increase the RHH clinical services in Medical Oncology as required by the Head of Department. Be involved in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, and to be actively involved in research. Undertake quality improvement activities. A few of our benefits: Extensive salary packaging options with excellent leave benefits (including professional development leave). Mentoring and support with an inclusive and well-respected team. Diverse specialist career pathways and professional development. Collaborative relationships with a range of professionals across multiple disciplines. Generous relocation support packages plus accommodation support for when you arrive. Employer visa sponsorship and support for families for overseas applicants. Details of Appointment Fixed term, full-time day work (with on-call), working 76 hours per fortnight commencing 7 April 2025 until 6 April 2026 (12 months).
Minimum Requirements: Holds specialist registration; or Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who is on the specialist pathway; or Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who has a recognised overseas specialist qualification and is assessed as having sufficient experience in the specialty. 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:
Conviction checks in the following areas: Crimes of violence Sex related offences Serious drug offences Crimes involving dishonesty Disciplinary action in previous employment check Relevant postgraduate qualifications to practice in Medical Oncology How to Apply? Please click the "Apply now" button on this screen.
In order to be considered for this position it is a requirement that you complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached statement of duties.
Online applications are preferred as this ensures you answer important questions about yourself. Attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
Please do not send hard copy applications to the contact person.
For more information contact:
Dr Mel Wuttke
Medical Oncology Head of Department
Phone: (03) 6166 6655
Email: The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values, and perspectives.
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