Staff Specialist (Geriatric Medicine) (530175)
- Australia, Tas
- Sep 2, 2024
The Royal Hobart Hospital and Department of Geriatric Medicine is seeking interest from suitably qualified applicants for a Staff Specialist – Geriatric Medicine vacancy.
Who are we?
The Royal Hobart Hospital is a tertiary hospital in southern Tasmania, serving a population of 300,000. As Tasmania’s largest hospital and major referral centre, RHH collaborates with the University of Tasmania and other institutions.
The Role
The Aged Care department has 66 inpatient beds across 3 sites in central Hobart, including 20 acute beds and 36 subacute beds (Geriatric Evaluation and Management (GEM)). The Aged Care specialists provide multiple services to inpatients, including a consultative service and shared care orthogeriatrics model.
Clinics include memory, falls and balance, and movement disorders, with all clinics involving Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment supported by a dedicated aged care clinic nurse. Geriatricians also have opportunities to pursue research interests and experiences.
A few of our benefits:
- Extensive salary packaging options with excellent leave benefits.
- Mentoring and support with an inclusive and well-respected team.
- Diverse specialist career pathways and professional development.
- Collaborative relationships with a range of professionals across multiple disciplines.
- Employer visa sponsorship and support for families for overseas applicants.
Details of Appointment
Permanent, full-time day work (with on-call), working 76 hours per fortnight commencing as soon as possible from October 2024.
Minimum Requirements:
- Holds specialist registration; or
- Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) on the specialist pathway; or
- Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an IMG with a recognised overseas specialist qualification and sufficient experience in the specialty.
How to Apply?
Please click the "Apply now" button on this screen. Ensure your application includes a 1-2 page application statement, a current CV, the contact details of two referees, and qualifications and supporting documents.
PLEASE NOTE: Applications submitted by an Agency on behalf of an applicant will be considered provided that the Agency is currently contracted to provide services to the Department of Health.
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