The role:

The Career Medical Officer is expected to work with a high level of individual responsibility but is accountable to the Clinical Director for all aspects of performance. Direction and supervision are provided by consultant staff, as well as the Clinical Director.

The Career Medical Officer will work to cover Mental Health Services at the Royal Hobart Hospital, after hours:

In the role, they would be expected to

-see patients referred to Mental Health Services by the Emergency Department

-attend to patients in the inpatient units including Short Stay Unit

-attend to patients in the rest of the hospital where input by a Mental Health medical officer is required

They may also be assigned other tasks which are consistent with their qualifications and experience.

While they are performing their role, they would be expected to

• Liaise with Consultants regarding patient care.
• Record clinical information on admission, progress and discharge in the patient medical record.
• Record all decisions made in the patient medical record.
• Promote and maintain close links with multidisciplinary team assigned to patient.
• Respond to calls by Registered Nurses related to patient care as soon as possible.
• Undertake procedures as required.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of medications and treatment administered to patients.
• Participate in Discharge Planning.

• Attractive salary including salary packaging
• A multi-disciplinary work environment
• Family friendly workplace

• Fulfill requirements placed under the auspices of the Tasmanian legislations, such as the Mental Health Act

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, night duty at the Royal Hobart Hospital, Emergency Department, and other units and wards within the hospital, shift-worker (set rotational) position working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

Position Features:

• Participation in after-hours and on call roster services may be required

*notwithstanding hours may 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 and part time vacancies.

Salary:

CMO's

Career Medical Officer Level 1 - 7 $128,750 - $183,340 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging 

• Salary range is in with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022

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
• 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:

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

• General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia
• 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.

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:

• Career Medical Officer CMO 1-7 (word)

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide (word)

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 pages application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

For more information

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

Name: Dr Arnob Chakrabort
Position: Clinical Director 
Phone number: 6166 7528
Email address: arnob.chakraborti@ths.tas.gov.au

Name: Trizia Cangelosi
Position: Senior Consultant Workforce Planning and Development
Phone number: 61660973
Email address: trizia.cangelosi@ths.tas.gov.au

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