The Role:
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Specialist/Consultant Paediatrician, who will work as part of the Paediatric team, servicing a population of approximately 116,000.

Level 4 Neonatal Unit and an 8 bed Level 4 Intensive Care Unit. The outreach services are located at picturesque regional centres.

• Rugged mountains, spectacular wilderness and sparkling highland lakes.
• Coastal location
• Affordable living
• Direct flights
• Dynamic team environment

Salary package up to $440,00!!

• Contemporary, well equipped work environment
• Flexible work/life balance
• Attractive Salary Package
• Dynamic team environment
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• You will be joining an established team that is accredited for training in a region coastal setting, providing inpatient/outpatient and outreach services to the community.

This position will be attractive to a highly skilled and motivated medical professional who views challenges as opportunities and is driven by a passion to improve healthcare in the complex world of modern health systems.
 
The Service:
The health service has the main acute 160 bed teaching Hospital (with a rural clinical school attached) and a 70 bed Private Hospital, the other acute Hospital is located a short distance away and has 130 beds.
 
The DoH offers a comprehensive undergraduate and graduate clinical training program, with close ties to the University of Tasmania through the Rural Clinical School.  As such, you will be responsible for providing leadership and help with the delivery of the Undergraduate general medical education program
 
The Location:
Located in a beautiful seaport city with a population of 20,000 people, this region is un-spoilt and within easy drive of rugged mountains, spectacular wilderness, and sparkling highland lakes. Unpolluted coastal seas and rich fertile soils enable local produce to be some of the world’s finest foods.

Enjoy four distinct seasons, the surrounding oceans give Tasmania a moderate climate without the scorching heat of many parts of Australia or the ‘deep freeze’ winters that affect Northern Hemisphere countries at similar latitudes.

Tasmania has a wide variety of activities and attractions including Camping, Fishing, Gardening, Golf, Wildlife Watching, Walking and Trekking, 4WD Adventures, Diving, Cycling, Kayaking and Canoeing, Surfing, White-water Rafting and Surf Lifesaving.

There are wonderful lifestyle opportunities in this beautiful location.

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 motor vehicle allowance of $25,758 per annum, pro rata
• Retention Allowance 20%
• Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $16,480 per annum, pro rata
• Travel and relocation assistance support available.
• Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.
• 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.

 
Skills & Qualifications required:
FRACP and registered with the Medical Board of Australia
Team Player
Dedicated, professional and excellent communication skills.
 
How do I Apply?
Please forward your resume to Nicki Wade at nickiw@ccjobs.com.au.
For more information about this and other opportunities and a confidential discussion please contact Nicki Wade on 0401010048