General Surgery Fellow
Launceston General Hospital
Overview
Role Description
Fulfil several targeted activities to improve the delivery of general surgical services to patients at the Launceston General Hospital (LGH) and to assist in the coordination and training of Surgical Registrars and Resident Medical Officers (RMOs).
The role will involve a mix of the following objectives:
• The undertaking of approved general surgical outpatient and inpatient services.
• Participation in the after-hours Registrar/Consultant on-call rosters.
• Provision of leadership and mentoring for surgical registrars and RMOs in training.
• Assisting with quality improvement, audit and service improvement within the Department of Surgery. Also dependent upon qualifications and interests of the incumbent, there may be the opportunity to be involved with other teaching and research activities.
• Within the four broad position objectives described above, the incumbent will be responsible for the day to day management of private and public inpatients and outpatients within the LGH. There may also be a need to periodically participate in the after hours cover at the hospital as determined by the Director of Surgery.
• Responsible for the day to day management of private and public in patients and outpatients within the allocated site/facility.
• Provide after hours emergency cover as determined by the relevant work unit.
Note: – Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
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The Team:
• Broad exposure to General Surgery including operating, emergencies and clinic.
• The role is well supported clinically with additional teaching and research opportunities.
• The welcoming community surrounding the hospital consists of natural scenery garnished with wineries, markets and distilleries and entertaining world class outdoor activities.
• Close contact with consultant staff.
• Limited evenings and weekends on call.
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.
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Details of appointment:
Fixed term full time, day worker (with on call) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 2 February 2026 until 31st January 2027.
*notwithstanding hours to 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, part time and casual vacancies.
Salary:
Career Medical Officer Level 1-7 $128,750 – $183,340 per annum, pro rata + 11.5% superannuation + access to salary packaging
• Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022
Please note that access to the Senior Career Medical Officer salary range $187,460 – $206,000 is subject to the successful applicant satisfying the criteria for Senior Career Medical officer and application approved as outlined in the Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award
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
• 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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
• other allowances as applicable.
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Megan Wheeler
Administrative Officer - (Registrar) Surgery | (03) 6777 6593 | [email protected]