The Tasmanian Health Service is seeking interest from suitably qualified applicants for 2026 as Registrar – Refugee Health. The successful applicant will be working one specialised clinic per week.

The Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) is the largest hospital in Tasmania with approximately 500 beds. It is the state-wide referral centre for numerous tertiary services for Tasmania and an accredited Level 3 teaching hospital, as well as the community hospital for the Greater Hobart region.

The RHH is located in the beautiful waterfront city of Hobart, framed between the Derwent River and Kunanyi / Mt Wellington and offers access to fine dining, impressive arts and a wide choice of accommodation within a short commute. The city also provides a great starting point to explore Tasmania's pristine wilderness and enjoy a variety of outdoor activities.

Salary

$134,930 to $189,005 per annum

Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022

Classification

Medical Practitioner Level 5-11 (Registrar/Senior Registrar)

Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022

Award

Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award

Period of Employment

Fixed term part-time day work, working 6.4 hours per fortnight, plus up to 10 hours protected training time (pro rata) commencing 3 February 2026 until 2 February 2027.

Consideration will be given to job share (2x 6-month placements)

Applicants should note that, for a period of a 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.

Location

Refugee Outpatient Clinic, Wellington Centre

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Duties

The Registrar is responsible for the day to day management of private and public inpatients and outpatients within the allocated site/facility. Provide after-hours emergency as determined by the relevant work unit.

Essential Requirements

• General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia
• Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements).

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:
1.  Conviction checks in the following areas:
a)  Crimes of Violence
b)  Sex Related Offences
c)  Serious Drug Offences
d)  Crimes involving dishonesty
2.  Identification check
3.  Disciplinary action in previous employment check

Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

 Generic Registrar-Senior Registrar MP5-11 (June 2024) CSU (24).pdf

 Generic Registrar-Senior Registrar MP5-11 (June 2024) CSU (22).docx

 0. Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.pdf

 0. Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

What do I submit with my application?

Please ensure your application includes:

• A current CV
• A cover letter outlining career goals and your suitability to the position.
• Qualifications

How do I submit my application?

Please click the blue "Apply now" button on this screen.

You will be prompted to complete an online application form, upload your Cover letter, CV and supporting documents.  Attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

Note: Hard copy applications will not be considered for this campaign.

PLEASE NOTE:  Applications submitted by an Agent on behalf of an applicant will not be considered.

For more information contact
Dr Alison Ratcliff

Staff Specialist

Royal Hobart Hospital

Phone: (03) 61660979

Email: alison.ratcliff@ths.tas.gov.au

For recruitment process enquiries contact
Medical Staffing Unit
Email:  medical.recruitment@ths.tas.gov.au

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