The Team:
* The welcoming community surrounding the hospital consists of natural scenery garnished with wineries, markets and distilleries, and entertaining world-class outdoor activities.
The Role:
* Daily management of the Surgical Unit’s patients and clinical activities within the limits specified by your clinical privileges.
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. It also provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services 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, and embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant community impact.
Details of appointment:
This is a fixed-term full-time day worker (with on-call) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, starting from 2 February 2026 until 31 January 2027. Longer-term appointments may be available for successful applicants.
* You will receive 10 hours of paid, protected training time per fortnight, pro-rata.
Applicants should note that, for twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill similar full-time, part-time, and casual vacancies.
Salary:
Medical Practitioner Level 5 - 11, $134,930 - $189,005 per annum, pro-rata, plus 11.5% superannuation, plus access to salary packaging.
* Salary range is in accordance with the Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022.
Additional allowances and benefits, calculated on the salary point, may include:
* Salary packaging options, including benefits like up to $9,010 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment annually.
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for $13.95/week per person or $25.95 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, including:
* General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre-employment checks.
Download the Statement of Duties and related documents:
Review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, for an overview of duties, the selection process, and application guidance.
* 512809, 512810, 527023 Registrar (Non Accredited) Surgical MP5-11 (July 2023) CSU.docx
Application process:
Apply online by clicking the "Apply" button. Complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills, and knowledge related to the Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria is not required.
For more information:
Contact Megan Wheeler, Administrative Officer (Registrar) Surgery, at (03) 6777 6593 or lgh.surgery@ths.tas.gov.au.
Working at the Department of Health:
Our key values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. We encourage diversity and support applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, LGBTIQA+ people, and those with disabilities.
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