Staff Specialist - Obstetrician and Gynaecologist (502318)Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NW
North West Regional Hospital
Applications must be submitted by Friday 27 December, 2024 11:55 PM AEST.
Award/Classification:Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022, Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-11
Employment type:Permanent full time, day worker position working 76 hours per fortnight or fractional appointment available. Hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Region:North West
Provide skilled Obstetric and Gynaecological services for patients of the North West within the limits of specified Clinical Privileges.
Details of AppointmentThe 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.
This 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 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.
The Department of Health 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.
You will have access to a salary package and a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Salary range: Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1 - Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $216,300 - $310,389.
Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022.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 Agreement 2022.
AllowancesProvision of a fully maintained private plated motor vehicle or motor vehicle allowance of $28,389 per annumContinuing Professional Development Allowance of $16,480 per annumAllowance in lieu of Private Practice - 35% of base salaryOn Call AllowanceNorth West Recruitment and Retention allowance of 20%Relocation package and accommodation allowance availableWhat Can We Offer?Contemporary, well-equipped work environmentsFlexible work/life balanceAttractive Salary PackageDynamic team environmentCommitment to ongoing professional developmentEssential CriteriaSpecialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant specialtyCurrent Working with Children RegistrationCurrent Driver's LicenceThe 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 dishonestyserious traffic offencesDisciplinary action in previous employment check.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.
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.
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