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Who Are We Looking For? We are seeking a motivated and experienced Staff Specialist Anaesthetist, who will work as part of the Anaesthetics Department across the North West region. Servicing a population of approximately 116,000, the medical services across the North West region of Tasmania are based primarily at the NWRH and MCH. Both sites provide acute and subacute services. The two hospitals both have busy emergency and general medical departments. Both Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Paediatrics are primarily located at the NWRH with outpatient services at both sites. There are anaesthetic services provided at both sites, however primarily based at NWRH as a result of oncall services. A busy general orthopaedic and general surgical service is based at NWRH with the MCH providing predominately daysurgery cases. A rehabilitation service is located in a purposebuilt ward at the MCH. There are extensive outpatient services for a range of subspecialty services. This position will be attractive to highly skilled and motivated medical professionals who view challenges as opportunities and are driven by a passion to improve healthcare in the complex world of modern health systems. The right applicants will play a key role in developing health care at both patient and system levels. Why Tasmania Its different here. Life in Tasmania provides a quality work/life balance. Here you can pursue what drives you, both professionally and personally. Today, as the rest of the world feels increasingly generic, our difference our Tasmanianness is among our most valuable assets. We invite you to be part of this special place, to quietly pursue the extraordinary, whether it be bushwalking, mountain biking or paddocktoplate dining. Details of Appointment Permanent fulltime, day worker (with oncall) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you are able to join our team. 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 fulltime, parttime and casual vacancies. Salary Specialist Medical Practitioner Level1Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level3: $216,300$310,389 per annum, pro rata +12% 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 Level1,2 or3 as outlined in the Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award. Allowances and Benefits Salary packaging options include a range of benefits like living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meals and entertainment every year Provision of a fully maintained private plated motor vehicle or motor vehicle allowance of $28,786 per annum, pro rata Allowance in lieu of private practice schemes35% NorthWest Retention Allowance20% Generous relocation assistance and accommodation available 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 Eligibility Essential: Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant specialty Essential: Current Working with Children Registration Desirable: Current Drivers Licence. 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 12 page 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. Note: Refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Only agencies specifically contracted are invited to provide applicants to this role. Contact Information Name: Dr. Kamal Kishore Position: Clinical Lead Anaesthetics Phone: (03) 64936327 Email: [email protected] Name: Donna Stubbs Position: Employment Consultant Medical Services NW Phone: (03) 64785283 Email: [email protected] What it is Like Working at the Department of Health Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in at the Department of Health. Listening to some of the lived experiences from within the department and hearing about their journey in relocating to Tasmania showcases the culture. The Department values diversity and encourages applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr