The Tasmanian Health Service is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community.  We are committed to providing the highest levels of healthcare and services.

We are seeking interest from suitably qualified applicants for a Senior Resident Medical Officer (SRMO) for 2027. This is a 12-month role offering a 6-month rotation in the Emergency Surgical Unit (ESU) of the Department of General Surgery and 6 months in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) as part of an agreed training program between both units. It is intended for junior doctors pursuing a career in General Surgery but would also be a valuable experience prior to training in other surgical and critical care specialties.

The SRMO position in the ESU is a registrar position administratively but not functionally: It aligns with the registrar term dates but is part of the RMO roster and functions as a Senior Resident Medical Officer. The roster includes some night shifts, with time allocated to undertake some administrative duties (primarily rostering). The SRMO may be called upon to cover for registrar leave if necessary.

The ICU position is an SRMO position.  Successful candidate will work day and night shifts on the   Registrar roster, with supervision and support from Registrars, Senior Registrars and Consultants.  They will see patients independently at times, including after hours and will have opportunity learn relevant invasive procedures.

Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania’s largest hospital and major referral centre.

As the major clinical teaching and research centre, RHH works closely with the University of Tasmania and other institutions.

Royal Hobart Hospital offers challenging and stimulating employment and future career opportunities with salary commensurate with qualification and experience.

• Superannuation and salary packaging
• Support and dynamic work environment
• Strong Professional and social networks
• A unique and well-balanced lifestyle

Salary

$121,540 per annum + 12.0 % superannuation + access to salary packaging

Salary range is in accordance with the Medical Practitioners Agreement 2025

Classification

Medical Practitioner Level 4A (Senior Resident Medical Officer)

Award

Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award

Period of Employment

Fixed term, full time day work, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 1 February 2027 until 7 February 2028.

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, part time and casual vacancies.

Location

Surgical Services – Emergency Surgery Unit

Royal Hobart Hospital

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Duties

• Admission of patients.
• Care of patients in the wards including a daily ward round.
• Attend Specialist and Registrar ward rounds and record all decisions made in the medical history.
• Timely responses to calls by members of the patient’s care team.
• Ensure that consultations occur when requested.
• Interact with families or carers of hospital patients.
• Accurate and timely recording of drugs and treatment.
• Checking and signing of result sheets for investigations.
• Undertake procedures as required.

Essential Requirements

• Registration or eligible for Registration with the Medical Board of Australia
• Current Tasmanian 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:
   • Crimes of Violence
   • Sex Related Offences
   • Serious Drug Offences
   • Crimes involving dishonesty
2. Identification check
3. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

• Generic Senior Resident Medical Officer - MP4A.docx
• Applicant Guide 2026.docx

How to apply

Only online applications will be considered for this recruitment campaign.

You are NOT required to address the selection criteria within the Statement of Duties.

You are required to submit an up-to-date CV, a cover letter outlining career goals and your suitability for the position.

Please click the Apply Now button.

PLEASE NOTE:  Applications submitted by an Agency on behalf of an applicant will not be considered for this recruitment campaign.

For further information please contact:

Dr Rudyard Wake
Lead consultant- Emergency Surgical Unit
rudyard.wake@ths.tas.gov.au

Dr David H A Rigg
Staff Specialist- Department of Critical Care Medicine
david.rigg@ths.tas.gov.au

Romane Jayasinghe
Administrative Assistant- General Surgery Unit
generalsurgery.admin@ths.tas.gov.au

Lindy Pursell
Administrative Assistant- Department of Critical Care Medicine
lindy.pursell@ths.tas.gov.au

For further information regarding the application process if required please contact:

Medical Staffing Unit
Royal Hobart Hospital
medical.recruitment@ths.tas.gov.au

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Important Information  

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