GP Liaison Consultant (512231)

Tasmanian Government; Launceston; Hybrid; AUD 325,000 - 367,000; Part time

Job summary

Tasmanian Government’s Department of Health is seeking a Visiting Medical Practitioner (VMP2-RUR) in the North region to lead and coordinate patient care at Launceston General Hospital (LGH). This fixed-term, part-time role focuses on improving continuity between primary care and hospital services, and supervising junior clinicians including discharge summaries to ensure timely care.

The position offers a pro rata salary range of $324,839 to $366,590 per annum, plus superannuation and salary

Qualifications

• Knowledge of local General Practice and Rural Generalist faculties of the RACGP and ACRRM.
• Understanding of Primary Health Networks and ability to work with PHN priorities.
• Experience in the public hospital system and desirably at the relevant hospital.

Responsibilities

• Enhancement of the continuity and safety of patient care between the primary and hospital sector by identifying barriers to effective clinical handover and barriers to patient access to inpatient and outpatient services and leading activities to reduce these barriers.
• Monitoring and evaluation of communication between the primary care and hospital sectors.
• Supporting and supervising Junior Medical staff in appropriate and timely Discharge Summaries and some bedside teaching

Skills

RACGP knowledge

ACRRM knowledge

PHN collaboration

Public hospital experience

Job description

Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Launceston General Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 06 December, 2026 11:55 PM

Sunday 6 December, 2026 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Tasmanian Visiting Medical Practitioners Agreement, Visiting Medical Officer Level 2 (RUR)

$324,839 to $366,590 pro rata, per annum

Annual VMP2 RUR is $366590

Employment type:

Fixed-term, part-time

Region:

North

Location:

Clinical Management LGH

Provides leadership to improve patient care coordination and supports junior medical staff through supervision and teaching.

The Role

• Enhancement of the continuity and safety of patient care between the primary and hospital sector by identifying barriers to effective clinical handover and barriers to patient access to inpatient and outpatient services and leading activities to reduce these barriers.
• Monitoring and evaluation of communication between the primary care and hospital sectors.
• Supporting and supervising Junior Medical staff in appropriate and timely Discharge Summaries and some bedside teaching

You will need

• Knowledge of local General Practice and Rural Generalist faculties of the RACGP and ACRRM.
• Understanding of Primary Health Networks and ability to work with PHN priorities.
• Experience in the public hospital system and desirably at the relevant hospital.

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

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Multiple Fixed term part time, day worker position, working up to 36 hours per fortnight, from 11 Jan 2027 to 30 Jun 2029.

*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 full time, part time and casual vacancies.

Visiting Medical Practitioners

Visiting Medical Practitioners Level 1-2 from $324,839 to $366,590 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

• General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Postgraduate qualifications in General Practice, Rural Generalist Medicine or
  other relevant experience

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

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

Tasmanian Visiting Medical Practitioners Agreement, Visiting Medical Officer Level 2 (RUR)

$324,839 to $366,590 pro rata, per annum

Annual VMP2 RUR is $366590

Employment type:

Fixed-term, part-time

Region:

North

Location:

Clinical Management LGH

Provides leadership to improve patient care coordination and supports junior medical staff through supervision and teaching.

Tasmanian Visiting Medical Practitioners Agreement, Visiting Medical Officer Level 2 (RUR)

$324,839 to $366,590 pro rata, per annum

Annual VMP2 RUR is $366590

Employment type:

Fixed-term, part-time

Region:

North

Location:

Clinical Management LGH

Provides leadership to improve patient care coordination and supports junior medical staff through supervision and teaching.

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in in Department of Health. listening to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

The email account you provide when submitting job applications will be used in correspondence to you. It is important that this is kept up to date and monitored regularly.

To update your email address (or contact number), log in to www.jobs.tas.gov.au and look for “Existing applicant login” where you can update your details.

The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.

Tasmanian Visiting Medical Practitioners Agreement, Visiting Medical Officer Level 2 (RUR)

$324,839 to $366,590 pro rata, per annum

Annual VMP2 RUR is $366590

Employment type:

Fixed-term, part-time

Region:

North

Location:

Clinical Management LGH

Provides leadership to improve patient care coordination and supports junior medical staff through supervision and teaching.

Tasmanian Visiting Medical Practitioners Agreement, Visiting Medical Officer Level 2 (RUR)

$324,839 to $366,590 pro rata, per annum

Annual VMP2 RUR is $366590

Employment type:

Fixed-term, part-time

Region:

North

Location:

Clinical Management LGH

Provides leadership to improve patient care coordination and supports junior medical staff through supervision and teaching.