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Permanent role commencing early February 2025
At 53.2 hours per fortnight (0.7 FTE) or fractional appointments within by negotiation.
Note: permanent appointments are subject to a probation period where applicable
The Royal Hobart Hospital and Department of Neurology seeks suitably qualified applicants for a position as Staff Specialist in Neurology, either at 53.2 hours per fortnight (0.7 FTE) or fractional appointments up to a total of 53.2 hours per fortnight by negotiation.
We seek personable colleagues to build our growing department with interests and skills that complement the current mix of specialists, who will be a valued part of our group, provide excellent care for both outpatients and inpatients and contribute to the training, teaching and research aspects of the department.
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Who are we?
The Royal Hobart Hospital is one of Australia’s oldest hospital, serving as the largest hospital and tertiary referral centre for Tasmania, with around 450 overnight beds and 90 day beds. As the state’s the major clinical teaching and research hospital, RHH collaborates closely with the University of Tasmania and has links to interstate 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 Department of Neurology runs a large inpatient and consult service in neurology and stroke, operates both general and subspecialty outpatient clinics, provides comprehensive neurophysiological testing and has a pivotal role in neurology training (as part of the Victorian/Tasmania advanced training group) and teaching for the University of Tasmania. The Department currently employs 10 staff specialists (plus 2 visiting neurologists), 4 registrars (plus a rotating registrar from a general medicine), 2 resident medical officers, 2 nurses, 3 neurophysiology scientists and 5 administrative staff. More information about the department and scope of inpatient and outpatient activities is available via ANZAN Royal Hobart Hospital..
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The Role
- Specialist care of outpatients, which may include a combination of both general neurology and subspecialty clinics and ambulatory care roles, based on the applicant’s interests and experience
- Direct care and consult advice for inpatients in neurology, including after hours on call work on a pro rata basis. The latter includes acute stroke care, with options for referral for endovascular clot retrieval at RHH
- Performance of neurological procedures and testing, including one or more of EEG reporting, NCS/EMG testing, botulinum toxin administration, ambulatory care procedures, baclofen pump refills and/or managing implantable devices such a deep brain stimulators and vagus nerve stimulators.
- Contribution to quality assurance, audit and research programs within the department and/or the University of Tasmania
- Training and teaching of advanced trainees in neurology, basic physician trainees, other junior staff, nursing staff, allied health staff and medical students
- Effective liaison with other professionals, including relevant other departments (such as intensive care, neurosurgery, vascular surgery and paediatrics), allied health and nursing staff, and local general practitioners
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A few of our benefits:
- Generous Award entitlements, including professional development and sabbatical leave and allowances, on call allowance, disruption allowance (for phone calls when on call), call back allowance, and motor vehicle allowance
- Extensive salary packaging options, including novated leasing of motor vehicles
- Encouragement to develop subspecialty skills and interests, including research and teaching around that area
- A friendly and supportive group with which to work
- Generous relocation support packages, including accommodation support on moving
- Employer visa sponsorship and support for families for overseas applicants.
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Hobart, Tasmania
Hobart and Tasmania offer an enviable lifestyle, with excellent local fine food and dining, a thriving local arts scene, regular festivals and events, and easy access to nearby pristine wilderness and coastal environments. There are quality local schools and services, with accessible housing and short commuting times all making the city well suited for raising family and a comfortable work-life balance. The local airport provides easy access to most Australian capital cities and Auckland, NZ.
The RHH is conveniently located in the central city, with easy access to all services and Hobart's waterfront and inner suburbs. The hospital is currently being redeveloped at its current site, with a recent increase in the size of the department and plans for a new neurology/stroke ward ongoing.
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Salary
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 full time salary range from Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1 at $216,300 through to Level 11 at $296,640 (note position offered is at 0.7 or other fraction of these amounts). Further progression to Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner is possible by application against criteria after 11 years, with full time base salary from $300,216 to $310,389.
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available (pro rata for fractional appointees):
- Allowance in lieu of motor vehicle currently set at $28,389 pro rata per annum, paid fortnightly (with CPI indexation on 1 July each year).
- Continuing professional development allowance of $16,480 pro rata per annum.
- Relocation allowance, including short term accommodation on arrival.
- On call allowance % of Base Salary (for example, 8% of base salary if 1 in 5 on call, 3% if 1 in 10 on call)
- Call back and disruption allowances as per current Award.
- And 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.
Other Benefits:
- Ability 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
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Details of Appointment
Permanent, part-time day work (with on-call), working 53.2 hours per fortnight (or fraction of this by negotiation) commencing from February 2025.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.
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Essential Requirements
- 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.
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
- Conviction checks in the following areas:
- Crimes of violence
- Sex related offences
- Serious drug offences
- Crimes involving dishonesty
- Identification check
- Disciplinary action in previous employment check
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Desirable Requirements
- Develop sub-specialty interest and clinic that complements others in the department
- Participation in electroencephalogram (EEG) reporting and/or nerve conduction studies (NCS)/electromyography (EMG) testing
- Participation in teaching medical students, undergraduates, and neurology advanced trainees, with option of a clinical title with the University of Tasmania
- Current or future research interest
- Specialist qualification for inpatient and outpatient care of neurological patients, including participation in after-hours on-call roster and care of general neurological problems
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Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents
Applicant Guide
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What do I submit with my application?
Please ensure your application includes:
- A 1-2 page expression of interest in relation to the statement of duties
- A current CV
- The contact details of at least two referees
How to Apply?
Please click the "Apply now" button on this screen.
In order to be considered for this position it is a requirement that you complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached statement of duties.
Online applications are preferred as this ensures you answer important questions about yourself. Attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
Please do not send hard copy applications to the contact person.
PLEASE NOTE: Applications submitted by an Agency on behalf of an applicant will not be considered at this time.
For more information contact
Dr Dean Jones
Head of Department – Neurology/Stroke Unit
Email: dean.jones@ths.tas.gov.au
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