Join Our Expert Urology Team as a Consultant Urological Surgeon at Launceston General Hospital

Launceston General Hospital invites applications for a Consultant Urological Surgeon to join our dynamic and expanding team. Serving a population of approximately 300,000, our unit provides a comprehensive Level 6 Urology service across North and North-West Tasmania, along with statewide sub-specialist services.

Our urology department is renowned for its supportive and collaborative culture. You’ll be joining a team of four experienced urologists who are committed to excellence in patient care, well supported by a team of registrars, including a SET trainee and clinical nurse specialist.

We have access to state-of-the-art equipment and are excited to launch a robotic platform and programme in July 2025, enhancing our surgical capabilities.

The successful candidate will be expected to participate in satellite clinics and theatre lists at the Mersey Community Hospital as part of the Statewide Urological Service provision, and to participate in SET Registrar training and Multidisciplinary Team Meetings. Subspecialist interests are encouraged. Experience in female urology and robotics is highly valued.

If you are a passionate urologist looking to take the next step in your career, within a supportive and innovative environment, in this most beautiful part of the world, we encourage you to apply.

The role:

1. Clinical Activities:

• Operating in the Main Theatre Suite at LGH.
• Operating in the Day Procedure Unit at LGH & MCH.
• Seeing patients in the Outpatient Clinic at LGH & MCH.
• Weekly Grand Rounds.
• Provide consultative service for other specialty units.
• Supervising clinical work of junior medical staff in the Unit.

1. Quality Assurance Activities within the LGH:

• Participating in Unit and Departmental Management Meetings.
• Participating in continuing education meetings.
• Teaching of the clinical staff (Doctors and Nurses).
• Ensuring accurate clinical records are maintained for each patient.
• Overseeing the quality of care provided by the junior medical staff.

1. Teaching & Research:

• Undergraduate teaching, including tutorials for students of the Tasmanian Medical School.
• Teaching of junior medical staff.
• Participate in clinical reviews and research activities at the LGH.
• Research is encouraged with funds available through the Clifford Craig Foundation.

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2. Actively participate in and contribute to the organisation’s Quality & Safety and Work Health & Safety processes, including in the development and implementation of safety systems, improvement initiatives and related training.

1. The incumbent can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, that are within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from persons occupying positions at this classification level.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Location:

Launceston General Hospital & Mersey Community Hospital, Department of Surgical and Perioperative Services; outpatients and theatre suites. The Launceston General Hospital (LGH) provides inpatient and ambulatory services to Launceston and surrounding areas.

Launceston, Tasmania:

Located in the beautiful Tamar Valley, Launceston is Tasmania’s second major city. It is one of Australia's most liveable and innovative regional cities, and regularly ranked as one of the country’s most family friendly. A UNESCO city of gastronomy, Launceston has an exciting restaurant, café and market scene. World heritage wilderness is on your doorstep- the Tamar winelands, Cradle Mountain, world-class mountain biking tracks and golf courses. Launceston has a rich arts scene with over seven theatre spaces hosting events such as the Junction Arts Festival, Mona Foma and Festivalé. Launceston has good transport links with the rest of Australia, with regular flights to all major state capitals, serviced by all three major airlines. Melbourne is only a 50-minute flight away.

Details of Appointment

Fixed Term, full time, day worker with on-call, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a three-year period. Please note that a possibility exists for the successful applicant to work in a position of a Visiting Medical Specialist or as a Staff Specialist, hours to be negotiated.

• 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:

Specialist Medical Practitioners

Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $216,300 - $310,389 per annum, pro rata + 11.5% superannuation + access to salary packaging.

Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $300,216 -$310,389 is subject to the successful applicant satisfying the criteria for Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1, 2 or 3 as outlined in the Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award

• Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Urology Specialist Allowance of up to $110,000 per annum, pro rata
• Provision of a motor vehicle allowance of $28,389 per annum, pro rata
• Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $16,480 per annum, pro rata
• Relocation and commencement support available up to $15,000 for approved appointees
• 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.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

1. Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in Urology/Urological Surgery
2. Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate
3. (IMG) who is on the specialist pathway; or
4. (IMG) who has a recognised overseas specialist qualification and is assessed as having sufficient experience in Urology/Urological Surgery.
5. Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements)

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

Statement of Duties

• Generic Staff Specialist-Senior Staff Specialist SMP1-11 SSMP1-3 (June 2024) CSU docx

Applicant Guide

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.pdf
• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.docx

How to Apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

Please note:

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties.
• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

For more information

Name: Dr Stephen Brough
Position: Deputy Director of Surgical and Perioperative Services
Phone: (03) 6777 6591
E-mail: [email protected]

Important information

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