Staff Specialist - Emergency Department (513254)Australia, TasThe Royal Hobart Hospital and Department of Emergency Medicine is seeking interest from suitably qualified applicants for Staff Specialist – Emergency Medicine vacancies.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 Emergency Department has direct access to all medical and surgical specialities; and has approximately 75,000 presentations per year. The Department has more than 250 staff, consisting of medical, nursing, allied health, clerical, aides, and orderlies.The Emergency Department is staffed by specialists, registrars, nurses, and clinical support staff who work together as a dynamic team with strong focus on collegiality.ResponsibilitiesProvide specialist emergency care to public and private patients attending the Emergency Department (ED) at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH).Be involved in research and quality improvement activities, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching at RHH.Provide specialist advice to inpatient units as required.BenefitsExtensive 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.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.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.Salary and Appointment DetailsA remuneration package comprising the Agreement base salary, relevant allowances and other entitlements will be negotiated with the successful applicant dependent on clinical experience and seniority.Base salary points range for Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1 at $216,300 through to Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 11 at $296,640 with further salary increments available.Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $300,216 - $310,389 is subject to the successful applicant satisfying the criteria for Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1, 2 or 3.In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:Provision of a fully maintained private plated motor vehicle (subject to working full-time hours) OR allowance in lieu of motor vehicle currently set at $28,389 pro rata per annum, paid fortnightly.Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $16,480 pro rata per annum.On call allowance % of Base Salary.Details of AppointmentFixed term appointments, both full-time and part-time day work (with on-call) available, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for 2 years.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.Minimum RequirementsHolds specialist registration.Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) on the specialist pathway.Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) with a recognised overseas specialist qualification and sufficient experience in the speciality.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. The following checks are to be conducted:Conviction checks in the following areas:Crimes of violenceSex related offencesSerious drug offencesCrimes involving dishonestyDisciplinary action in previous employment check.Application ProcessPlease ensure your application includes:A 1-2 page application statement as related to the statement of duties.A current CV.The contact details of two referees.Qualifications and supporting documents.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. Attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.PLEASE NOTE: Applications submitted by an Agency on behalf of an applicant will be considered provided that the Agency is currently contracted to provide services to the Department of Health.The email account you provide when submitting job applications will be used in correspondence to you. It is important that this is kept up to date and monitored regularly.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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