The Position

Assist the Executive Director Medical Services (EDMS) in the coordination, administration and evaluation of Agency wide aspects of Medical Services.

Responsible for ensuring that the recruitment, appointment, credentialing and employment of junior medical staff are consistent with legislative and Award provision.

Responsible for overseeing the recruitment and workforce planning for junior medical staff, selection and ongoing training requirements (Vocational and pre-vocational).

Responsible for overseeing the strategic development and improved partnership and communications with General Practice and the wider community health care providers

Act in the position of EDMS as required, in addition to being delegated as required.

Health Service

The Launceston General Hospital is an accredited 450 bed teaching hospital and is the major referral hospital for Tasmania’s North and North-West. The hospital provides emergency and acute care, specialist services, inpatient and ambulatory care to Launceston and surrounding areas. Launceston General Hospital is the largest employer in the region with around 2,300 staff.

It provides quality services in a culture of respect and trust and high levels of professionalism with a focus on performance and achieving results. The hospital focuses on teamwork within the hospital and with community providers.

The hospital has a close working partnership with the University of Tasmania and works with many universities to provide clinical practice experience for students within different areas of Medicine, Nursing & Midwifery, Allied Health and Pharmacy.

The Clifford Craig Foundation is the community arm of the hospital. It aims to improve the health of the community through the provision of funding for innovative medical research, education of health professions, funding of medical equipment and patient facilities within the hospital. Its medical research program provides significant benefits for the people of the region.

Most importantly, all donations are spent in Northern Tasmania and used to provide doctors, nurses and other health professionals with unique medical research opportunities they would find difficult to get at other regional hospitals. This gives the Launceston General Hospital a competitive edge to attract and retain skilled medical professionals to live and work in the Northern region of Tasmania.

The Location

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services.

Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle.

Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Selection Criteria

Clinical Leadership experience at a senior level in a tertiary, regional health service. or equivalent.

Holds or is working towards Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators (RACMA), or Associate Fellowship of RACMA (AFRACMA), or equivalent post-Graduate health management qualification(s).

Demonstrated experience and interest in the organisation and management of medical staff within a rapidly changing hospital environment with a client-centred and clinically driven management philosophy.

Sound knowledge of and experience in contemporary human resource management issues.

Demonstrated understanding of junior medical staff issues as they impact in a teaching hospital environment.

Demonstrated high level of interpersonal skills and ability to work with and lead other staff including the ability to work and liaise with other health professionals.

Demonstrated achievement of a high level of customer/patient focus by setting and monitoring standards and promoting an ethos of excellent patient/customer service.

Sound knowledge of the national and state health policy framework impacting on health service delivery in Tasmania.

Demonstrated understanding of legislation relevant to the position.

The Package

Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $216,300 - $310,389 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging

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 as outlined in the Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award

In addition, the following allowances and benefit, calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Salary packaging options include a range of benefits like living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meals and entertainment every year

• Provision of a fully maintained private plated motor vehicle or (Delete previous for part time SMP) motor vehicle allowance of $28,786 per annum, pro rata • Participation in Private Practice Scheme 35% or allowance in lieu of private practice schemes 35%

• Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $16,974 per annum, pro rata

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.

• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.

• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

About Skilled Medical

Skilled Medical is a leading international medical recruitment firm that delivers qualified medical professionals wherever they are needed in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. We are a quality accredited firm with years of industry experience supporting communities and assisting medical professionals in their work and careers.

To learn more about Skilled Medical please visit us at www.skilledmedical.com

To Apply

For further information, please send your most up to date CV to Kirsty MacIsaac by selecting the 'Apply' button below, or please call a member of our permanent team in London on +44 (0) 333 444 2000 or in Australia on 1300 900 100.

For Other Job Opportunities

Skilled Medical has a wide range of locum and permanent job opportunities available. To discuss your interests and needs please contact one of our helpful Recruitment Consultants in Melbourne on 1300 900 100 or in London on 0333 444 2000, or to view current jobs please visit our Job Board.

The Position

Manage the postgraduate medical education and training program and prevocational workforce within the Launceston General Hospital (LGH) and ensure that this is in accordance with the requirements of the Australian Medical Council (AMC) through the Postgraduate Medical Education Council of Tasmania (PMCT). This includes liaison with specialist colleges and the University of Tasmania.

Provide guidance and support to the junior medical workforce of Launceston General Hospital.

Facilitate training and education sessions in accordance with Accreditation Standards.

Liaise with the Post Graduate Medical Education Council of Tasmania to deliver a fostering environment and pathway for junior doctors.

Health Service

The Launceston General Hospital is an accredited 450 bed teaching hospital and is the major referral hospital for Tasmania’s North and North-West. The hospital provides emergency and acute care, specialist services, inpatient and ambulatory care to Launceston and surrounding areas. Launceston General Hospital is the largest employer in the region with around 2,300 staff.

It provides quality services in a culture of respect and trust and high levels of professionalism with a focus on performance and achieving results. The hospital focuses on teamwork within the hospital and with community providers.

The hospital has a close working partnership with the University of Tasmania and works with many universities to provide clinical practice experience for students within different areas of Medicine, Nursing & Midwifery, Allied Health and Pharmacy.

The Clifford Craig Foundation is the community arm of the hospital. It aims to improve the health of the community through the provision of funding for innovative medical research, education of health professions, funding of medical equipment and patient facilities within the hospital. Its medical research program provides significant benefits for the people of the region.

Most importantly, all donations are spent in Northern Tasmania and used to provide doctors, nurses and other health professionals with unique medical research opportunities they would find difficult to get at other regional hospitals. This gives the Launceston General Hospital a competitive edge to attract and retain skilled medical professionals to live and work in the Northern region of Tasmania.

The Location

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services.

Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle.

Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Essential Criteria

Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant specialty

Qualification in education/medical education desirable

The Package

Visiting Medical Practitioners Level 1- Visiting Medical Specialists Level 4 $254,149 - $445,341 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging

Salary range is in accordance with Tasmanian Visiting Medical Practitioners (Public Sector) Agreement 2019 In addition, the following allowances and benefit, calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available

Salary packaging options include a range of benefits like living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meals and entertainment every year

Professional development and accelerated pathways.

A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.

Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

Other allowances as applicable.

About Skilled Medical

Skilled Medical is a leading international medical recruitment firm that delivers qualified medical professionals wherever they are needed in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. We are a quality accredited firm with years of industry experience supporting communities and assisting medical professionals in their work and careers. To learn more about Skilled Medical please visit us at www.skilledmedical.com

To Apply

For further information, please send your most up to date CV to Kirsty MacIsaac by selecting the 'Apply' button below, or please call a member of our permanent team in London on +44 (0) 333 444 2000 or in Australia on 1300 900 100.

For Other Job Opportunities

Skilled Medical has a wide range of locum and permanent job opportunities available. To discuss your interests and needs please contact one of our helpful Recruitment Consultants in Melbourne on 1300 900 100 or in London on 0333 444 2000, or to view current jobs please visit our Job Board.

Details

The Youth Hospital in the Home (Y‑HiTH) team is part of the Child and Youth Mental Health Service (CYMHS) in North‑West Tasmania. Based in Devonport, this multidisciplinary team provides intensive, home‑based mental health care for young people aged 16–24. Their work addresses a critical service gap in the region by offering timely mental health support outside of hospital settings.

The Position

Permanent full time, shift worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

Salary: $106,570 to $112,440 per annum. Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

Be part of a multidisciplinary youth mental health service (16-25 years of age) delivering high quality mental health care and, in accordance with Mental Health Service principles, National Mental Health Standards, Agency policy, legal requirements and relevant professional competencies.

You will need to:

• Provide clinical expertise in contemporary nursing practice within the Y-HiTH setting, promoting professional standards of practice and an environment conducive to innovation and change that promotes best practice and meets established accreditation standards of practice.
• Maintain and display advanced clinical practice skills within the Y-HiTH and act as a resource person to other members of the multidisciplinary team in the management of complex clinical issues.
• Provide recovery focused specialist mental health assessments and intensive home-based care, using recognised assessment methods and evidence-based interventions, for young people and their families/significant others of the Y-HiTH.

Health Service

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

The Location

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Benefits

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
• Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Essential Criteria

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum of 2 years postgraduate experience in an area relevant to the role
• Current Working with Children Registration
• Current Driver’s License

About Skilled Nursing

Skilled Nursing is a nursing division within Skilled Medical Pty Ltd, a leader in international health and Medical Recruitment placement for short-term and permanent roles.

Skilled Medical is a doctor-led company with 15 years of industry experience, and is an international Medical Recruitment agency that helps qualified medical professionals with their career in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and Ireland.

With local offices located in Melbourne and London, we provide a personalised service to assist Nurses like yourself in finding their next role within the healthcare industry.

To Apply

By clicking on "Apply Now" you will register your interest to work. Once your CV/Resume has been received, a Recruitment Consultant will be in touch.

To speak to our UK Nursing Team directly and discuss this opportunity, please email your enquiry/CV to [email protected].

If already in Australia, please email your enquiry/CV to [email protected].

This permanent position is suitable for a qualified UK/IE candidate, subject to meeting professional registration and work visa requirements.

Details

We’re looking for passionate Registered Nurses to join the growing Child and Youth Mental Health Services across the three regions in Tasmania. With a vision to provide world class, innovative mental health care, to support children and young people to experience the best possible mental health and psycho-social outcomes, you can be part of this exciting work and make a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families. If you are passionate about this specialist area of mental health care, now is the time to join us!

Visa sponsorship is available for international applicants with strong experience in Child and Youth Mental Health Services.

The Position

Permanent, full time, shift worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

Salary: $80,524 to $109,175 per annum. Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

Health Service

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

The Location

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Benefits

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Visa sponsorship for international candidates with strong CYMHS experience.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

Essential Criteria

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.
• Experience working in Child and Youth Mental Health Services.

About Skilled Nursing

Skilled Nursing is a nursing division within Skilled Medical Pty Ltd, a leader in international health and Medical Recruitment placement for short-term and permanent roles.

Skilled Medical is a doctor-led company with 15 years of industry experience, and is an international Medical Recruitment agency that helps qualified medical professionals with their career in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and Ireland.

With local offices located in Melbourne and London, we provide a personalised service to assist Nurses like yourself in finding their next role within the healthcare industry.

To Apply

By clicking on 'Apply Now' you will register your interest to work. Once your CV/Resume has been received, a Recruitment Consultant will be in touch.

To speak to our UK Nursing Team directly and discuss this opportunity, please email your enquiry/CV to [email protected].

If already in Australia, please email your enquiry/CV to [email protected].

This permanent position is suitable for a qualified UK/IE candidate, subject to meeting professional registration and work visa requirements.

Clinical Coordinator (Facilitator) - Whole of Community PEP (523162)

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Primary Health North

Applications must be submitted by Thursday 08 October, :55 PM

Thursday 8 October, :55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 5

$109,767 to $115,813 pro rata, per annum

Employment type:

Fixed-term, part-time

Region:

North

Location:

Deloraine District Hospital

Support and coordinate student placements in a welcoming rural hospital, helping shape the next generation of healthcare professionals.

The Team

The Deloraine District Hospital is a 20-bed Acute care facility that includes Palliative Care and General Medical Care. The Hospital coordinates the delivery of a broad range of community and allied services within the Meander Valley. We strive to deliver personalised care in a calm, welcoming and warm environment while being innovative and having a can-do attitude. Our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce and the Meander Valley community.

The Role

• Coordinating, managing, leading and supervising allocated undergraduates' students of rural nursing, paramedical and allied health professionals.
• Ensuring all students are supervised in practice according to the requirements of the professional registration body and workplace guidelines.
• Collaborating with local health care organisations in providing guidance and support for rostering of students during PEP.

You will need

• Demonstrated high level relevant clinical experience, knowledge and skills with the ability to apply educational principles to motivate students and staff and promote learning and teaching outcomes in healthcare settings.
• Demonstrated time management and organisational skills including the ability to coordinate learning and teaching of undergraduate health care students in both team and individual working environments.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the environment and development of quality improvement and nursing research strategies in the practice environment, which supports the implementation of effective change management strategies.

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

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Fixed term part time, day worker position, working up to8 hours per fortnight, commencing 21 October 2026 - 31 December 2026

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, part time, and casual vacancies.

$109, 767 to $115, 813 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type

Salary Packaging

You'll 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.

• Rural Professional Development Allowance of an additional salary allowance of 4%

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
• Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria

Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

Holds or is working towards relevant Post Graduate qualifications

Current Driver's Licence

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 5

$109,767 to $115,813 pro rata, per annum

Employment type:

Fixed-term, part-time

Region:

North

Location:

Deloraine District Hospital

Support and coordinate student placements in a welcoming rural hospital, helping shape the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 5

$109,767 to $115,813 pro rata, per annum

Employment type:

Fixed-term, part-time

Region:

North

Location:

Deloraine District Hospital

Support and coordinate student placements in a welcoming rural hospital, helping shape the next generation of healthcare professionals.

• Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
• Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
• Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.

Clinical Coordinator - Community Nursing (524935L1)

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Primary Health North

Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 30 September, :55 PM

Award/Classification:

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 5

$109,767 to $115,813 pro rata, per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, part-time

Region:

North

Location:

Lead with purpose in community nursing - support complex care, mentor a skilled team and drive better outcomes for people across Northern Tasmania.

The Team

At the Department of Health Tasmania, we are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities through the delivery of safe, high-quality, and sustainable health services.

The Launceston Community Nursing Service, part of Primary Health North, is a dynamic and collaborative service delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in Northern Tasmania. Our team provides comprehensive nursing services in clients' homes throughout Launceston and surrounding areas, as well as through our nurse led Community Nursing Clinic.

Operating within a primary health care framework, LCNS is dedicated to supporting independence, enhancing wellbeing, and minimising avoidable hospital presentations and admissions. As part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary environment, the service delivers a broad and complex scope of care including wound management, continence and catheter care, post acute and post operative care, CVAD and TiVAD management, elastomeric device drug therapy administration, and palliative and end of life care in collaboration with specialist services. We are committed to wellness, reablement, and trauma informed care, ensuring respectful, holistic, and evidence based support tailored to everyone.

The Role

Provide clinical leadership and coordination for the Launceston Community Nursing team, supporting safe, efficient, person centred care and providing expert clinical oversight for complex clients.

Monitor clinical workloads, competencies, risks and care outcomes, while supporting the implementation of policies, standards, legislation and evidence based practice within a multidisciplinary community setting.

Lead and support the professional development of nursing staff through clinical supervision, mentoring and education, and contribute to quality improvement, clinical risk management, service development and research initiatives.

You will need

Current Registered Nurse registration with AHPRA, with demonstrated experience in community nursing and advanced clinical assessment, care coordination and management of complex clients.

Demonstrated clinical leadership, supervision, mentoring and multidisciplinary collaboration skills, with the ability to support staff development and promote evidence based practice.

Strong clinical governance, quality improvement, risk management and communication skills, with the ability to work autonomously and contribute effectively to service development and safe, high quality client care.

Details of appointment

Permanent part time, day worker position, working up to 8 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

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, part time, and casual vacancies.

$109,767 to $115,813 per annum (Pro rata) . Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

Salary Packaging

You'll 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.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
• Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse

• Current Driver's Licence

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Julie Smedley
Position:Nurse Unit Manager - Launceston Community Nursing Service
Phone number:
Email address:

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Agency:

Department of Health

Award:

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 5

$109,767 to $115,813 pro rata, per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, part-time

Region:

North

Location:

Lead with purpose in community nursing - support complex care, mentor a skilled team and drive better outcomes for people across Northern Tasmania.

Agency:

Department of Health

Award:

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 5

$109,767 to $115,813 pro rata, per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, part-time

Region:

North

Location:

Lead with purpose in community nursing - support complex care, mentor a skilled team and drive better outcomes for people across Northern Tasmania.

Department of Health Tasmania seeks a Clinical Nurse Consultant - Continence (Relief) for the North region. You will lead nursing practice in continence care, develop and review patient management plans, and contribute to staff education across Northern Tasmania.

The role is based at Allambi Bld, 33-39 Howick St, North. It is a fixed-term casual appointment with a pro rata salary of $118,297 to $125,543 per annum, plus 12% superannuation. Postgraduate continence study is desirable.

Clinical Nurse Consultant - Vascular Access (534183)

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NW
North West Regional Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Monday 28 September, :55 PM

Monday 28 September, :55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 6

$118,297 to $125,543 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North West

Location:

North West Regional Hospital

The role supports patients across the North West region through specialist clinical care, coordination of referrals and service delivery, education, quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice.

The Team

The Vascular Access Service sits within the Intensive Care Unit and provides a specialised service to patients across the North West region. Led by the Nurse Unit Manager - ICU, the team works collaboratively with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to support safe, evidence-based vascular access care for both inpatients and outpatients. Service delivery spans the North West Regional Hospital and Mersey Community Hospital, supporting patients across a diverse range of clinical settings.

The Role

Based across the North West Regional Hospital and Mersey Community Hospital, the Clinical Nurse Consultant - Vascular Access provides expert clinical leadership and consultancy in vascular access practice. The role supports patients across the North West region through specialist clinical care, coordination of referrals and service delivery, education, quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, the position plays a key role in maintaining high-quality, contemporary vascular access services and improving patient outcomes.

About the successful candidate

The successful candidate will bring:

• Advanced expertise in vascular access nursing practice, including PICC and midline insertion.
• Experience in ultrasound-guided vascular access and related clinical technologies.
• Current ANTT competency and commitment to maintaining relevant clinical credentialling.
• Strong leadership, education and clinical consultancy skills.

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

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Permanent full time - day worker - 76 hours per fortnight. Commencing as soon able to join the team.

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, part time, and casual vacancies.

$118,297 to $125,543 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

Access to the Grade 4 salary range $102,439- $109,175 is subject to successful application for progression to Grade 4

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type.

Salary Packaging

You'll 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.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
• Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

Postgraduate qualification, or progress towards a tertiary qualification, relevant to the specialty area.

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 6

$118,297 to $125,543 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North West

Location:

North West Regional Hospital

The role supports patients across the North West region through specialist clinical care, coordination of referrals and service delivery, education, quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice.

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 6

$118,297 to $125,543 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

North West

Location:

North West Regional Hospital

The role supports patients across the North West region through specialist clinical care, coordination of referrals and service delivery, education, quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice.

• Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
• Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
• Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.

The Department of Health Tasmania is seeking a Clinical Nurse Consultant - Vascular Access to provide expert clinical leadership across the North West region, including North West Regional Hospital and Mersey Community Hospital. You will lead vascular access practice, coordinate referrals, and drive education, quality improvement and evidence-based care for inpatients and outpatients.

Ideal candidates will have advanced vascular access expertise (PICC and midline), ultrasound-guided access, ANTT

Project Officer - Preventative Health Policy and Projects (524754L3)

Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
CMHW - Public Health Services

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 27 September, 2026 9:30 AM

Sunday 27 September, 2026 9:30 AM AEST

Award/Classification:

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 6

$111,754 to $126,579 per annum

Employment type:

Fixed-term, full-time

Region:

South

Location:

Level 15, 108-110 Collins St

The role provides statewide lead project management for allocated streams of work within the team's broader program, with a particular focus on the state's 20-year preventive health strategy. The role supports the planning, coordination, delivery, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of statewide population health priorities, and provides team management and guidance across policy, planning, project and program delivery activities.

The Team

The Public Health - Improvement (Strategy and Policy) team within Population Health is responsible for leading and supporting the delivery of major whole-of-government commitments in preventive and population health. This includes Tasmania's state 20-year preventive health strategy, state tobacco action plan, and relevant actions under the Long-Term Plan for Healthcare in Tasmania 2040.

The Role

The role provides statewide lead project management for allocated streams of work within the team's broader program, with a particular focus on the state's 20-year preventive health strategy. The role supports the planning, coordination, delivery, monitoring, evaluation and reporting of statewide population health priorities, and provides team management and guidance across policy, planning, project and program delivery activities.

In this role, you will,

• Lead policy and strategic planning activities, including drafting, implementing and reviewing statewide population health policies, strategies, plans and legislative or regulatory initiatives.
• Apply contemporary project and program management approaches to lead the planning, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of population health initiatives, projects and government commitments across the team's program of work.
• Lead the gathering, analysis and application of evidence, data and relevant contextual information to support evidence-informed population health policy, planning, program design and decision-making.

You will need

• Demonstrated experience and expertise in project management skills, including the ability to lead and deliver projects or initiatives within agreed priorities, timelines, resources, governance arrangements and reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated experience and expertise in policy and strategic planning skills, including supporting the development, implementation and review of policies, legislation, strategies and plans in a government, population health or related setting.
• Demonstrated high level skills in gathering, analysing and interpreting evidence, data and contextual information to support policy advice, planning, program design, implementation and decision-making.

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

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Fixed Term, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 11 June 2027.

Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

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, part time, and casual vacancies.

Position Features

Some intrastate/interstate travel may be required

$111,754 to $126,579 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025

Benefits available to eligible candidate

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Relevant qualification from a recognised institution or equivalent experience

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Al Brown
Position: Manager - Health Improvement and Partnerships
Phone number:
Email address:

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 6

$111,754 to $126,579 per annum

Staff Specialist - Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (522274)

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Launceston General Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 14 October, :55 PM

Award/Classification:

Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award/Agreement 2025, Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-11

Employment type:

Fixed-term, part-time

Region:

North

Location:

LGH Charles Street, Launceston

Provide specialist care to public and private patients. Be involved in research and quality improvement activities, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Provide specialist advice to inpatient units as required.

The Team:

THS Pathology -LGH provides Pathology services to Launceston General Hospital and the Northern regions of Tasmania. We are the only public pathology service operating in North Tasmania. Our service aims to deliver a high-quality service to general practitioners, medical specialists and private hospitals, providing patients with no out of pocket expenses for Medicare eligible tests. The team at THS Pathology -LGH comprises a large team involving multi-disciplinary scientists, technicians, non-technical staff and Pathologists.

The Role:

This role will support the Staff Specialist Microbiologist by providing clinical and diagnostic advice to Pathology and the ID physician team within the Infectious Diseases Department at LGH. The position will also provide leave coverage for the Staff Specialist Microbiologist during periods of absence.

You will need:

• Experience in management of the clinical microbiology service including bench-level advice
• Experience in communication of critical microbiology results to the treating teams
• To be prepared for regular interaction with the hospital's infectious diseases service and the infection control unit
• Teaching and research skills
• Good understanding of laboratory safety

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

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment:

• Fixed term part time, day worker (with on call) position, working up to 22.8 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as possible until20 April 2027. notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant

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, part time and casual vacancies.

Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $222,789 - $319,701 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging

Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $309,222 -$319,701 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 packaging options include a range of benefits like living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meals and entertainment every year
• Provision of a motor vehicle allowance of $30,254 per annum, pro rata
• Participation in Private Practice Scheme 35% or allowance in lieu of private practice schemes 35%
• Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $17,483 per annum, pro rata
• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
• other allowances as applicable.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria as

Holds specialist registration

Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who is on the specialist pathway

Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who has a recognised overseas specialist qualification and is assessed ashaving sufficient experience in the speciality.

Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements)

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

For more information

Name: Dr Ranmini Kalukottege
Position: Staff Specialist and Head of the Department, Microbiology
Phone number:
Email address:

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in in Department of Health. listening to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Agency:

Department of Health

Award:

Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award/Agreement 2025, Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-11

Employment type:

Fixed-term, part-time

Region:

North

Location:

LGH Charles Street, Launceston

Provide specialist care to public and private patients. Be involved in research and quality improvement activities, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Provide specialist advice to inpatient units as required.

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth
Hospitals Sth - SAA&CS

Applications must be submitted by Monday 28 September, :55 PM

Monday 28 September, :55 PM AEST

Award/Classification: Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award/Agreement 2025, Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-11

$222,789 to $305,539 per annum

Employment type: Fixed-term, full-time

Region: South

Location: 90 Davey St Hobart

The Royal Hobart Hospital is seeking interest from suitably qualified applicants for a Staff Specialist - Rehabilitation Medicine vacancy.

The Team The Royal Hobart Hospital and Department of Health is seeking interest from suitably qualified applicants for a Staff Specialist - Rehabilitation Medicine vacancy. Rehabilitation physicians work within a multidisciplinary team environment to optimise patient function following an illness or injury.

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 The Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at the Royal Hobart Hospital encompasses a busy inpatient and outpatient service. Rehabilitation physicians work across multiple hospital sites to deliver inpatient care to patients with a wide range of medical conditions. The outpatient service provides opportunities for continuity in clinical practice with outpatient clinics across a range of specialist rehabilitation medicine areas.

You will need Provide specialist rehabilitation care across inpatient, outpatient and community settings.

Join a collaborative multidisciplinary team dedicated to high-quality patient outcomes.

Contribute to teaching, research and service improvement while advancing your specialist career.

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

Why Tasmania The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Hobart 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.

Fixed term full time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you can join our team for a period of 6 months.

notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant

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, part time and casual vacancies.

Specialist Medical Practitioners

Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $222,789 - $319,701 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging

Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $309,222 - $319,701 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

In addition, the following allowances and benefit, calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Salary packaging options include a range of benefits like living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meals and entertainment every year
• Provision of a fully maintained private plated motor vehicle ormotor vehicle allowance of $30,254 per annum, pro rata
• 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
• Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $17,483 per annum, pro rata
• Travel and relocation assistance support is available
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

• 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 speciality.

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

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

Applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name:Madeline Black
Position:Rehabilitation Services
Phone number:
Email address:

What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in in Department of Health. listening to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

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.

To update your email address (or contact number), log in to and look for "Existing applicant login" where you can update your details.

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.

Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award/Agreement 2025, Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-11

$222,789 to $305,539 per annum

Employment type: Fixed-term, full-time

Region: South

Location: 90 Davey St Hobart

The Royal Hobart Hospital is seeking interest from suitably qualified applicants for a Staff Specialist - Rehabilitation Medicine vacancy.

Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award/Agreement 2025, Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-11

$222,789 to $305,539 per annum

Employment type: Fixed-term, full-time

Region: South

Location: 90 Davey St Hobart

The Royal Hobart Hospital is seeking interest from suitably qualified applicants for a Staff Specialist - Rehabilitation Medicine vacancy.

• Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
. click apply for full job details

The Department of Health Tasmania is seeking a Staff Specialist - Rehabilitation Medicine at Royal Hobart Hospital to deliver expert rehabilitation care across inpatient, outpatient and community settings.

You will join a multidisciplinary team focused on high-quality patient outcomes, teaching, research and service improvement while advancing your specialist career. This fixed-term, full-time position offers professional development and salary packaging opportunities.

The Team

The Launceston General Hospital is an accredited 450 bed teaching hospital and is the major referral hospital for Tasmania's North and North-West. The hospital provides emergency and acute care, specialist services, inpatient and ambulatory care to Launceston and surrounding areas. Launceston General Hospital is the largest employer in the region with around 2,300 staff.

It provides quality services in a culture of respect and trust and high levels of professionalism with a focus on performance and achieving results. The hospital focuses on teamwork within the hospital and with community providers.

The hospital has a close working partnership with the University of Tasmania and works with many universities to provide clinical practice experience for students within different areas of Medicine, Nursing & Midwifery, Allied Health and Pharmacy.

The Clifford Craig Foundation is the community arm of the hospital. It aims to improve the health of the community through the provision of funding for innovative medical research, education of health professions, funding of medical equipment and patient facilities within the hospital. Its medical research program provides significant benefits for the people of the region.

Most importantly, all donations are spent in Northern Tasmania and used to provide doctors, nurses and other health professionals with unique medical research opportunities they would find difficult to get at other regional hospitals. This gives the Launceston General Hospital a competitive edge to attract and retain skilled medical professionals to live and work in the Northern region of Tasmania.

The Tasmanian Department of Health has supported the implementation of the Studer Program at Launceston General Hospital which commenced in October 2022. This program comprises nine key principles:

• Commit to Excellence
• Measure the important things
• Build a culture around service
• Develop leaders to develop people
• Focus on employee engagement
• Build individual accountability
• Align Values with goals and accountability
• Communicate at all levels
• Recognise and reward success

The Department of Health

The Department of Health is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of patients, clients and the Tasmanian community through a sustainable, high quality and safe health system. We value leading with purpose, being creative and innovative, acting with integrity, being accountable and being collegial. The Department seeks to provide an environment that supports safe work practices, diversity and respect, employment opportunities and ongoing learning and development. The Department values the diverse backgrounds, skills and contributions of all employees and treats them and members of the community with respect. We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment or bullying in the workplace. All employees must uphold the State's Service Principles and Code of Conduct which are found in the State Service Act 2000. The Department supports the Consumer and Community Engagement Principles.

Mission and Values Values

• To be caring
• To be respectful
• To be compassionate
• To be person and family centred

Mission

• Improved consumer experience and health outcomes
• Safe, compassionate and evidenced-based care, which is centred on the needs of consumers, and provided in partnership with them.
• Connected and coordinated services
• Right care, right place, right time, with seamless, timely and smooth connections for people moving between care settings
• Efficient and sustainable services
• Evidence-based health care and services provided in the most appropriate setting to deliver the best consumer outcomes and value to the Tasmanian community
• Strong partnerships with consumers and the community
• Informed and empowered consumers and community, actively participating in health service planning, design, delivery, evaluation and improvement
• Improved health and wellbeing
• Informed, involved consumers, supported to self-manage and be partners in improving their health outcomes

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

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Fixed term full time, day worker (with on call) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as possible for a two-year period. Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant

The successful candidate must be experienced and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

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, part time and casual vacancies.

Salary Specialist Medical Practitioners

Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $222,789 - $319,701 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging

Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $309,222 -$319,701 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 2025

In addition, the following allowances and benefit, calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Salary packaging options include a range of benefits like living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meals and entertainment every year
• Provision of a fully maintained private plated motor vehicle or motor vehicle allowance of $30,254 per annum, pro rata
• Participation in Private Practice Scheme 35% or allowance in lieu of private practice schemes 35%
• Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $17,483 per annum, pro rata
• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria as

• Specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant speciality
• 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.

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Possesses or working toward fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators
• Current Driver's Licence

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Statement of Duties

• 527614 Deputy Executive Director of Medical Services SMP1-11 (July 2023) CSU.docx

Application Guide

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in in Department of Health. listening to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Department of Health in Hobart, Tasmania seeks a Senior Career Medical Officer for Statewide Mental Health Services. Permanent full-time, day work with on-call duties, with salary packaging and professional development allowances.

Excellent benefits include CPD allowance, travel/relocation support, and Fitness Passport access, aimed at delivering high-quality care and improving community outcomes. The role supports adult mental health services with progressive, trauma-informed care.

Department of Health, Tasmania is offering a Fixed term, part-time Medical Director role in Emergency Medicine across the North West region, covering North West Regional Hospital and Mersey Community Hospital. The role requires specialist registration in Emergency Medicine and demonstrated leadership experience, with on-call duties and a three-year term.

The position includes salary, superannuation, and a range of allowances.

Population Screening and Cancer Prevention (PSCP) service is seeking applications from interested suitably qualified Specialist Breast Radiologists to fill a permanent vacancy.

We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative breast radiology specialist who is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and contributing to positive health outcomes for the Tasmanian community. The ideal applicant will demonstrate strong clinical expertise in breast diagnostic radiology, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. A passion for continuous improvement, teaching, and professional development is highly valued, as is a commitment to quality, safety, and compassionate care. Applicants who are motivated to contribute to service innovation, research, and a supportive team environment are strongly encouraged to apply.

Who are we?

The PSCP unit is the Tasmanian Government's cancer screening authority and the leading source of information on cancer screening and prevention in Tasmania.

The Tasmanian Breast Cancer Centre is a new contemporary facility to create a comprehensive hub for public breast imaging in Tasmania, bringing together BreastScreen Tasmania's successful screening and assessment services, the Diagnostic Breast Imaging Service, and support services for patients with, or at risk of, breast cancer.

The new state-of-the-art Centre will enable the expansion of public breast care capacity in our State, improving access to breast screening and diagnostic breast imaging for Tasmanians.

As part of the Tasmanian Health Service (THS), PSCP is responsible for:

• Oversight of the local delivery of BreastScreen Tasmania and the Diagnostic Breast Imaging (DBI) service, a new THS pathway providing public diagnostic imaging services to the Tasmanian community.
• Managing and participating in three national cancer screening programs including BreastScreen Australia, National Bowel Cancer Screening Program and National Cervical Screening Program

PSCP has an established and collaborative working relationship with the Department of Medical Imaging at the Royal Hobart Hospital, providing opportunities for cross-service engagement.

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The Role

• Provide specialist outpatient breast radiology services and high-quality diagnostic imaging care to patients
• Conduct radiological examinations, interpret findings, and provide expert clinical advice to medical staff
• Contribute to research, and quality improvement to enhance patient outcomes and service delivery
• Engage in quality assurance activities, peer review, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Contribute to teaching and supervision of undergraduate, postgraduate, and trainee medical staff
• Promote patient-centred care, including clear communication and empathetic engagement with patients and families

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.
• Relocation support packages plus accommodation support for when you arrive.
• Employer visa sponsorship and support for families for overseas applicants.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. The capital city 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 Australia.

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.

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Medical Practitioners (Public Sector) Award

A 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 $222,789 through to Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 11 at $305,539 with further salary increments available.

• Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $309,222 - $319,701 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

Medical Practitioners Agreement 2025

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Market Allowance of $95,000 pro rata per annum
• 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 $28,786 pro rata per annum, paid fortnightly (with CPI indexation on 1 July each year).
• Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $17,483 pro rata per annum.
• All other allowances as per current Award.
• And subject to approval from the Private Patient Scheme Committee (PPS), 35% of Base salary 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.
• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
• Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
• You will also have access to accommodation and relocation support.

Details of Appointment

Permanent, full-time, day work, working 76 hours per fortnight commencing as soon as you would like to join our team.

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, part time and casual vacancies.

• Holds specialist registration; or
• Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who is on the specialist pathway
• 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 speciality.
• Competency in breast imaging including biopsy and localisation procedures

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Position Features

• Employment is conditional upon the recommendation of the Credentials and Clinical Privileges Committee that the applicant is able to adequately fulfil the responsibilities of the position
• Staff employed against this Statement of Duties as a Visiting Medical Practitioner will be employed in accordance with the Tasmanian Visiting Medical Practitioners (Public Sector) Agreement and remunerated accordingly

Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

• Staff Specialist - Radiology.PDF

What do I submit with my application?

Please 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

PLEASE NOTE: Applications submitted by an Agency on behalf of an applicant will not be considered at this time.

Primary job location - Hobart, Tasmania

For more information contact:

Position: State Manager BreastScreen Clinical Services

Phone:

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

The Launceston General Hospital is an accredited 450 bed teaching hospital and is the major referral hospital for Tasmania's North and North-West. The hospital provides emergency and acute care, specialist services, inpatient and ambulatory care to Launceston and surrounding areas. Launceston General Hospital is the largest employer in the region with around 2,300 staff.

It provides quality services in a culture of respect and trust and high levels of professionalism with a focus on performance and achieving results. The hospital focuses on teamwork within the hospital and with community providers.

The hospital has a close working partnership with the University of Tasmania and works with many universities to provide clinical practice experience for students within different areas of Medicine, Nursing & Midwifery, Allied Health and Pharmacy.

The Clifford Craig Foundation is the community arm of the hospital. It aims to improve the health of the community through the provision of funding for innovative medical research, education of health professions, funding of medical equipment and patient facilities within the hospital. Its medical research program provides significant benefits for the people of the region.

Most importantly, all donations are spent in Northern Tasmania and used to provide doctors, nurses and other health professionals with unique medical research opportunities they would find difficult to get at other regional hospitals. This gives the Launceston General Hospital a competitive edge to attract and retain skilled medical professionals to live and work in the Northern region of Tasmania.

The Tasmanian Department of Health has supported the implementation of the Studer Program at Launceston General Hospital which commenced in October 2022. This program comprises nine key principles:

• Commit to Excellence
• Measure the important things
• Build a culture around service
• Develop leaders to develop people
• Focus on employee engagement
• Build individual accountability
• Align Values with goals and accountability
• Communicate at all levels
• Recognise and reward success

The Department of Health

The Department of Health is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of patients, clients and the Tasmanian community through a sustainable, high quality and safe health system. We value leading with purpose, being creative and innovative, acting with integrity, being accountable and being collegial. The Department seeks to provide an environment that supports safe work practices, diversity and respect, employment opportunities and ongoing learning and development. The Department values the diverse backgrounds, skills and contributions of all employees and treats them and members of the community with respect. We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment or bullying in the workplace. All employees must uphold the State's Service Principles and Code of Conduct which are found in the State Service Act 2000. The Department supports the Consumer and Community Engagement Principles.

Mission and Values: Values

• To be caring
• To be respectful
• To be compassionate
• To be person and family centred

Mission

• Improved consumer experience and health outcomes
• Safe, compassionate and evidenced-based care, which is centred on the needs of consumers, and provided in partnership with them.
• Connected and coordinated services
• Right care, right place, right time, with seamless, timely and smooth connections for people moving between care settings
• Efficient and sustainable services
• Evidence-based health care and services provided in the most appropriate setting to deliver the best consumer outcomes and value to the Tasmanian community
• Strong partnerships with consumers and the community
• Informed and empowered consumers and community, actively participating in health service planning, design, delivery, evaluation and improvement
• Improved health and wellbeing
• Informed, involved consumers, supported to self-manage and be partners in improving their health outcomes

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

Details of appointment

Fixed term full time, day worker (with on call) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as possible for a two-year period. Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant

The successful candidate must be experienced and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

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, part time and casual vacancies.

Specialist Medical Practitioners

Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $222,789 - $319,701 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging

Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $309,222 -$319,701 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 2025

In addition, the following allowances and benefit, calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Salary packaging options include a range of benefits like living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meals and entertainment every year
• Provision of a fully maintained private plated motor vehicle or motor vehicle allowance of $30,254 per annum, pro rata
• Participation in Private Practice Scheme 35% or allowance in lieu of private practice schemes 35%
• Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $17,483 per annum, pro rata
• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility: Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria as

• Specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant speciality
• 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.

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Possesses or working toward fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators
• Current Driver's Licence

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

• 527614 Deputy Executive Director of Medical Services SMP1-11 (July 2023) CSU.docx

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Assoc Prof Viney K. Joshi

Position: Executive Director of Medical Service s

Phone number:

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in in Department of Health. listening to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

The Department of Health in Tasmania invites applications for Specialist Medical Practitioners at Launceston General Hospital. The role offers a fixed-term full-time position with day work and on-call, up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing soon for two years.

Salary ranges from $222,789 to $319,701 per annum pro rata with 12% super and access to salary packaging; additional benefits include private vehicle, CPD allowance, relocation support, and the Private Practice Scheme.

Department of Health Tasmania seeks a Consultant Optometrist for the Royal Hobart Hospital Low Vision Clinic to deliver statewide specialist assessment and rehabilitation. The role supports independence and quality of life for people with significant vision impairment while collaborating with ophthalmology, orthoptics and allied health teams.

The ideal candidate has strong teaching skills, is capable of autonomous work within a multidisciplinary team, and shares a commitment to ongoing

The Team

The Royal Hobart Hospital Low Vision Clinic provides specialist assessment, person-centred rehabilitation advice and clinical management for people experiencing significant vision impairment from across Tasmania. Working closely with Ophthalmology, Orthoptics, Allied Health professionals, rehabilitation providers and community organisations, the service delivers person-centred care that supports independence, participation and quality of life.

The Role

This role is ideal for an experienced Optometrist and presents an opportunity to expand their clinical impact through specialist statewide service, while maintaining an existing private practice or other professional eye care role.

You will need

• High-level interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with patients, hospital staff and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated interest in low vision rehabilitation and a willingness to participate in on-the job training and mentoring. Prior experience in low vision is ideal but not essential.
• Demonstrated ability to apply person-centred rehabilitation assessment and therapeutic intervention planning.
• Proven ability to practice in the absence of general professional guidance, exercising sound professional judgement whilst working within a multidisciplinary team and environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional education. As a teaching hospital, staff at the Royal Hobart Hospital require an ability and willingness to undertake teaching and mentoring of students and staff.

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

Why Apply?

• A rare opportunity to specialise in a highly niche area of rehabilitation optometry practice within Tasmania Public Health System.
• Working hours that compliment an existing private practice, academic or other professional commitments.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patients of all ages with vision impairment.
• Contribute to statewide clinical services, education and service development.
• Competitive salary with salary packaging and professional development benefits.

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment:

Permanent part time, day worker position, working 3.34 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

• Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

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, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary

$131,122 to $138,984 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2025

Salary Packaging

You'll 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.

Allowances

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $135,445 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1000 per annum

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Registered with the Optometry Board of Australia

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Membership of the Optometrists Association Australia or able to demonstrate the same level of professional indemnity insurance cover
• Endorsed for scheduled medicines by the Optometry Board of Australia as part of general registration and endorsed as a Participating Optometrist under the Federal Government's 'Common Form of Undertaking' under the Health Insurance Act 1973.

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

• Consultant Optometrist - Low Vision Clinic HP04

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Move to Tasmania Tasmanian

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Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.