Consultant Paediatric Neurology Specialist (529208) Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth
Hospitals Sth - WACS
Applications must be submitted by Monday 06 May, 2024 11:55 PM
Monday 6 May, 2024 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification: Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022, Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-11
Employment type: Part Time
Region: South
Location: Royal Hobart Hospital
The Royal Hobart Hospital and Department of Paediatrics is seeking interest from suitably qualified applicantsfor a new Consultant Paediatric Neurology Specialist to join the team.
The Royal Hobart Hospital and Department of Paediatrics is seeking interest from suitably qualified applicantsfor a new Consultant Paediatric Neurology Specialist to join the team.
This new position will be attractive to highly skilled and motivated medical professionals who view challenges as opportunities and are driven by a passion to improve healthcare for children in Tasmania. The right applicants 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 Department of Paediatrics within Women's, Adolescent and Children's Services is a supportive, coherent, and highly functioning team which is motivated to meet the service needs of our community. The successful applicant will be joining the incumbent paediatric neurologist to expand the service offered.
The Role Provide clinical services of the highest possible standard to paediatric and adolescent patients and their families/carers.Provide in and outpatient services at the Royal Hobart Hospital as well and out reach clinics to Launceston General and North West Regional Hospital.Facilitate the further development and delivery of best practice paediatric neurology services to children and adolescents across Tasmania.Provide services to the School of Medicine through the Discipline of Paediatrics and Child Health, University of Tasmania.Promote and participate in research in the area of paediatric neurological medicine.Actively pursue improved outcomes for paediatric and adolescent patients with neurological conditions by participating in:Post graduate teachingAudit and evaluationA few of our benefits: Extensive salary packaging options withexcellent leave benefits(including professional development leave).Mentoring and support with aninclusiveandwell-respected team.Diverse specialist career pathways and professional development.Collaborative relationshipswith a range of professionals acrossmultiple disciplines.Generous relocation support packages plus accommodation support for when you arrive.Employer visa sponsorship and support for families for overseas applicants.Hobart has become a cultural centre, with year-round art and music events and restaurants serving gourmet local produce. Excellent educational opportunities and easy access to outdoor pursuits make this the perfect place to raise a family. Enjoy a more tranquil, community-orientated lifestyle while remaining only a short flight from the busy mainland.
Experience beautiful beaches and pristine alpine regions where you can enjoy a vast variety of sports and outdoor activities to suit everyone on the doorstep of a bustling capital city while enjoying the advantages of a short commute and excellent work-life balance.
In Tasmania you will be encouraged to be yourself, to learn, to grow and to develop meaning in your work. You will have a powerful connection to your patients and your colleagues, and the community will encourage your success. Our isolation helps drive a culture of creation and human connection, which feels both old fashioned and… like the only future worth pursuing.
Medical Practitioners (Public Sector) Award A remuneration package comprising the Agreement base salary, relevant allowances and other entitlements will be negotiatedwith the successful applicant dependent on clinical experience and seniority.
Base salary points range for Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1 at $210,000 through to Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 11 at $288,000 with further salary increments available.
Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $291,472 - $301,349 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) AwardIn addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
Allowance in lieu of motor vehicle currently set at $27,535 pro rata per annum, paid fortnightly (with CPI indexation on 1 July each year).Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $16,000 pro rata per annum pro rata.All other allowances as per current Award.And subject to approval from the Private Patient Scheme Committee (PPS), 35% of Base salary plus on-call, pro rata) of additional payment will be paid from (PPS). If not admitted to the PPS, a 35% in lieu of PPS of base salary will be paid.Other Benefits: 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.Details of Appointment Permanent, part-time day work, working 45.6 hours per fortnight commencing as soon as possible.
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. Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant specialtyCurrent Tasmanian Working with Children RegistrationThe 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 violenceSex related offencesSerious drug offencesCrimes involving dishonesty Disciplinary action in previous employment checkRecognition as a Paediatric Neurology Specialist by the completion of the Fellow of the Royal Australian College of Physicians (FRACP) training or equivalent.Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents Please ensure your application includes:
A 1-2 page application statement as related to the statement of dutiesA current CVThe contact details of two refereesQualifications and supporting documentsHow 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.
PLEASE NOTE: Applications submitted by an Agency on behalf of an applicant will not be considered at this time.
For more information contact
Dr Michelle Williams
Head of Paediatrics
Phone: (03) 6166 7546
Email: ******
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