Staff Specialist - Clinical and Laboratory Haematology (529224)
Tasmanian Government
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Permanent, part-timeHealth/Hospital,Medical
Clinical and Laboratory Haematologist– Permanent Part Time position
If you are a skilled and enthusiastic Clinical and Laboratory Haematologist looking for an exciting opportunity in an expanding cancer service, apply now! We are seeking a highly motivated
Clinical and Laboratory Haematologist
to join the
Northern Cancer Service,
based in Launceston.
About the Northern Cancer Service
The Tasmanian Health Service seeks a Clinical and Laboratory Haematologist to join the Northern Cancer Service. The Northern Cancer Service is an integrated cancer service operating across three sites in Northern Tasmania, providing Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology and Haematology services. The position will be based at the W.P. Holman Clinic in Launceston providing inpatient and outpatient care. It will also provide outreach outpatient services to the North West Cancer Centre in Burnie and the Mersey Community Hospital in Latrobe.
The Team
You will be joining a team of six other friendly and motivated haematology consultants who exhibit a strong culture of collegiality. You can expect to enjoy a high degree of cooperation and cohesion both within the Northern Cancer Service and more broadly across the hospital's various specialities. The Northern Cancer Service remains focused on our values of integrity, innovation, collaboration and compassion. The Service has a clinical trials and research unit, running a range of phase 2 & 3 trials and a rigorous MDT meeting program. The role includes both clinical and laboratory work in addition to various teaching opportunities through trainee support, post graduate teaching, and potential involvement with UTAS
The Role
- Provide a diagnostic and consultative service for inpatients and outpatients in adult haematology at the Northern Cancer Service.
- Contribute to undergraduate teaching and post graduate teaching.
- Undertake quality improvement and research activities.
Why Tasmania?
Tasmania offers a unique blend of professional and personal fulfillment. With pristine wilderness, award-winning culinary experiences, and a vibrant cultural scene, living in Tasmania provides an extraordinary quality of life and affordable real estate. Whether it's exploring the great outdoors or enjoying local dining and events, Tasmania is the ideal place to pursue an active and enriching lifestyle.
Details of Appointment
Permanent part time, day worker (with on call) working 53.2 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you are able to join the team.
*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.
Base salary
: In accordance with the current Medical Practitioners Agreement 2025.
- Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $222,789 - $305,539 per annum pro rata.
- Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $309,222 - $319,701 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 Agreement 2025.
Allowances
- Provision of a fully maintained private plated motor vehicle or motor vehicle allowance of $30,254 per annum.
- Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $17,483 per annum.
- Private Patient Scheme: 35% of base salary.
- On-call allowance (based on 1 in 6): 6.7% of full-time base salary.
- Relocation package and accommodation allowance available.
Eligibility
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
- Specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia in the specialty of haematology or eligible for specialist registration
*Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee's responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australia or equivalent
- Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians or equivalent
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.
- Conviction checks in the following areas:
- crimes of violence
- sex related offences
- serious drug offences
- crimes involving dishonesty
- Identification check
- Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide and Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.
- 504689 Staff Specialist - Clinical and Laboratory Haematology SMP1-11 (Dec 2023) 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 blue "Apply now" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
Please Note
- 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
Dr Axel Durieux
Position: Clinical Director Northern Cancer Service
Phone: (03) 6777 6140
E-mail: axel.durieux@ths.tas.gov.au
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