Head of Department - Infectious Diseases

Department of Health Tasmania; City of Launceston; On-site; AUD 216,000 - 311,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Launceston, Tasmania seeks a Head of Department - Infectious Diseases. This role involves providing specialist care, leading quality improvement initiatives, and mentoring healthcare professionals. Candidates should have fellowship training in Infectious Diseases and demonstrated leadership experience. Competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional development are offered in a vibrant community known for its gastronomy and lifestyle.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Comprehensive professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Holds specialist registration in Infectious Diseases.
• Registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG).

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist care in Infectious Diseases.
• Lead the Antibiotic Stewardship Program.
• Involve in research and teaching.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communication skills

Commitment to teaching

Quality improvement experience

Education

Fellowship training in Infectious Diseases

Job description

Head of Department - Infectious Diseases

Head of Department - Infectious Diseases - Tasmanian Health Service - Launceston General Hospital

Join our Northern Hospitals team as Head of Department - Infectious Diseases and lead meaningful change in patient care while shaping the future of infectious disease medicine in our region.

About the Opportunity

The opportunity exists for a Specialist Infectious Diseases (ID) Physician to join the team at the Launceston General Hospital (LGH) as either a Staff Specialist or as Head of Department ID & a Staff Specialist. There is also the optional opportunity to incorporate a minor Microbiology role for a suitably qualified candidate.

The LGH is Tasmania’s second largest hospital, serving the North of the state and a population of approximately 250,000, it has 330+ beds and a tertiary Intensive Care Unit. The LGH has excellent teaching and research credentials with ties to the University of Tasmania Medical School and research supported by the Clifford Craig Foundation.

The Role:

• Staff Specialist ID Physician or Head of Department ID & Staff Specialist ID Physician, providing specialist care in ID
• Provide outpatient consultation to public patients across Northern Tasmania in specialist ID services
• Provide specialist advice to inpatient units as required, including twice weekly critical care ID rounds
• Be involved in research and quality improvement activities, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Participate and lead the Antibiotic Stewardship Program
• Whilst primarily an ID Physician role, there is the option to include Clinical Microbiology, in addition to ID Physician role for a suitably qualified ID Physician

What We're Looking For

• Fellowship training in Infectious Diseases or equivalent qualifications
• Proven leadership experience in clinical settings
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse teams
• Commitment to teaching and mentoring healthcare professionals
• Experience with quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

What We Offer

You'll receive competitive remuneration, comprehensive professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a genuine difference in community health.

Why Launceston, Tasmania:

Located in the beautiful Tamar Valley, Launceston is Tasmania’s second major city. A UNESCO city of gastronomy, Launceston has an exciting restaurant, café and market scene.

Details of appointment:

Permanent, full time, day worker (with on call) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as you can join us.

Specialist Medical Practitioners

• Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $216,300 - $310,389 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation+ access to salary packaging
• Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022

Eligibility:

• Holds specialist registration in ID
• Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate(IMG) who is on the specialist pathway
• Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate(IMG) who has a recognised overseas specialist qualification and is assessed as having sufficient experience in the speciality.
• Current Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements