Head of Department

Overview

Head of Department - Infectious Diseases. Join our Northern Hospitals team and lead meaningful change in patient care while shaping the future of infectious disease medicine in our region.

About the Opportunity

The opportunity exists for a Specialist Infectious Diseases (ID) Physician to join the team at the Launceston General Hospital (LGH) as either a Staff Specialist or as Head of Department ID & a Staff Specialist. There is also the optional opportunity to incorporate a minor Microbiology role for a suitably qualified candidate. The LGH is Tasmania's second largest hospital, serving the North of the state and a population of approximately 250,000, it has 330+ beds and a tertiary Intensive Care Unit. The LGH has excellent teaching and research credentials with ties to the University of Tasmania Medical School and research supported by the Clifford Craig Foundation. 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.

Responsibilities

• Staff Specialist ID Physician or Head of Department ID & Staff Specialist ID Physician, providing specialist care in ID
• Provide outpatient consultation to public patients across Northern Tasmania in specialist ID services
• Provide specialist advice to inpatient units as required, including twice weekly critical care ID rounds
• Be involved in research and quality improvement activities, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Participate and lead the Antibiotic Stewardship Program
• Whilst primarily an ID Physician role, there is the option to include Clinical Microbiology, in addition to ID Physician role for a suitably qualified ID Physician

What We're Looking For

• Fellowship training in Infectious Diseases or equivalent qualifications
• Proven leadership experience in clinical settings
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse teams
• Commitment to teaching and mentoring healthcare professionals
• Experience with quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

What We Offer

You'll receive competitive remuneration, comprehensive professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a genuine difference in community health. Our supportive work environment encourages innovation and values work-life balance.

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

Details of appointment

Permanent, full time, day worker (with on call) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as you can join us.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary ranges for Specialist Medical Practitioners as per classification: Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3; the remuneration package starts at $484,000 per annum (in accordance with the current Specialist Medical Practitioner Award) with possible higher earnings based on seniority
• Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022
• Access to salary packaging and other allowances as applicable
• Provision of a fully maintained private plated motor vehicle or motor vehicle allowance
• Professional development and CPD allowances; travel and relocation support available
• Private Practice Scheme options and other benefits; Fitness Passport program

Eligibility

• Holds specialist registration in ID
• Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) on the specialist pathway or with recognized overseas qualifications
• Current Working with Children Registration where applicable

Desirable

• Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) or equivalent
• Microbial genomics experience or scope of practice in microbial genomics

How to apply

Apply Online. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

Contact

Name: Dr Ashley Crosswell
Position: A/Co Director of Medicine, LGH
Phone: (03) 6777 6777
Email: ashley.crosswell@ths.tas.gov.au

About working at the Department of Health

Values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent. We encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities. Tasmania offers a great lifestyle with opportunities for professional and personal growth.

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