Urologist

Department of Health Tasmania – Launceston TAS
Launceston General Hospital invites applications for a Consultant Urological Surgeon to join our dynamic and expanding team.
Serving a population of approximately 300,000, our unit provides a comprehensive Level 6 Urology service across North and North-West Tasmania, along with statewide sub-specialist services.

Our urology department is renowned for its supportive and collaborative culture.
You'll be joining a team of four experienced urologists who are committed to excellence in patient care, well supported by a team of registrars, including a SET trainee and clinical nurse specialist.

We have access to state-of-the-art equipment and are excited to launch a robotic platform and programme this year, enhancing our surgical capabilities.

The successful candidate will be expected to participate in satellite clinics and theatre lists at the Mersey Community Hospital as part of the Statewide Urological Service provision, and to participate in SET Registrar training and Multidisciplinary Team Meetings.
Subspecialist interests are encouraged.
Experience in Female urology and reconstruction is highly valued.

If you are a passionate urologist looking to take the next step in your career, within a supportive and innovative environment, in this most beautiful part of the world, we encourage you to apply.

The role:
Clinical Activities:
Operating in the Main Theatre Suite at LGH.
Operating in the Day Procedure Unit at LGH & MCH.
Seeing patients in the Outpatient Clinic at LGH & MCH.
Weekly Grand Rounds.
Provide consultative service for other specialty units.
Supervising clinical work of junior medical staff in the Unit.
Quality Assurance Activities within the LGH:
Participating in Unit and Departmental Management Meetings.
Participating in continuing education meetings.
Teaching of the clinical staff (Doctors and Nurses).
Ensuring accurate clinical records are maintained for each patient.
Overseeing the quality of care provided by the junior medical staff.
Teaching & Research:
Undergraduate teaching, including tutorials for students of the Tasmanian Medical School.
Teaching of junior medical staff.
Participate in clinical reviews and research activities at the LGH.
Call Back:
Participate in an out-of-hours on-call roster with other consultants.
Actively participate in and contribute to the organisation's Quality & Safety and Work Health & Safety processes, including in the development and implementation of safety systems, improvement initiatives and related training.

The incumbent can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, that are within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from persons occupying positions at this classification level.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Location:
Launceston General Hospital & Mersey Community Hospital, Department of Surgical and Perioperative Services; outpatients and theatre suites.
The Launceston General Hospital (LGH) provides inpatient and ambulatory services to Launceston and surrounding areas.

Launceston, Tasmania:
Located in the beautiful Tamar Valley, Launceston is Tasmania's second major city.
It is one of Australia's mostliveableand innovative regional cities, and regularly ranked as one of the country's most family friendly.
A UNESCO city of gastronomy, Launceston has an exciting restaurant, café and market scene.
World heritage wilderness is on your doorstep- the Tamar winelands, Cradle Mountain, world-class mountain biking tracks and golf courses.
Launceston has a rich arts scene with over seven theatre spaces hosting events such as the Junction Arts Festival, Mona Foma and Festivalé .
Launceston has good transport links with the rest of Australia, with regular flights to all major state capitals, serviced by all three major airlines.
Melbourne is only a 60-minute flight away.

Details of Appointment
Fixed Term, part time, day worker with on call, working 38 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a three-year period.
Please note that a possibility exists for the successful applicant to work in a position of a Visiting Medical Specialist or as a Staff Specialist, hours to be negotiated.

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 Medical Practitioners
Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $210,000 - $310,349 per annum, pro rata + 11.5% superannuation + access to salary packaging.

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) Award
Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022 In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
Urology Specialist Allowance of up to $110,000 per annum, pro rata Provision of a motor vehicle allowance of $28,389 per annum, pro rata Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $16,480 per annum, pro rata Relocation and commencement support available up to $15,000 for approved appointees Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in Urology/Urological Surgery Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who is on the specialist pathway; or (IMG) who has a recognised overseas specialist qualification and is assessed as having sufficient experience in Urology/Urological Surgery.
Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements) *Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment.
It is the employee's responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change.
This includes notifying the Employer if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

Statement of Duties
Generic Staff Specialist-Senior Staff Specialist SMP1-11 SSMP1-3 (June 2024) CSU.pdf Generic Staff Specialist-Senior Staff Specialist SMP1-11 SSMP1-3 (June 2024) CSU docx Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.pdf Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.docx How to Apply
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You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

For more information
Dr Stephen Brough
Position: Deputy Director of Surgical and Perioperative Services
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