Our company is seeking a Specialist Ear Nose & Throat (ENT) surgeon
We are seeking interest from suitably qualified applicants for role of Specialist ENT surgeon.
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced ENT Surgeon, with a passion for ENT service provision, to live and work in the beautiful State of Tasmania.
The role may be undertaken on a full or part-time basis as a staff specialist with rights to private practice within the health service, or as a part-time Visiting Medical Specialist. This component may be negotiated by the successful applicant with the RHH Surgical and Perioperative Services. Either option allows the successful candidate to undertake private practice in the private sector.
Competitive Salary and Allowances
A total value package of up to $619,196* will be offered depending on your level of experience on 1 January 2025.
*Value calculated for a full-time, Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 11, includes the market allowance, and excludes any on-call or call back provisions.
The Role
The role will provide clinical services of the highest possible standard for ENT patients and actively pursue improved outcomes for ENT patients by participating in teaching and research relevant to Otolaryngology services.
Applicants are required to hold FRACS qualifications with current (or ability to obtain) Specialist Registration with AHPRA.
The successful candidate will also need to demonstrate:
- A successful track record of clinical service provision as an ENT Surgeon.
- The ability to manage adult and paediatric patients within the discipline of Otolaryngology and the ability to work with a multidisciplinary team.
- Proven capacity for undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and the ability to undertake research activities.
- The ability to communicate effectively and maintain good interpersonal relationships in dealing with patients, their relatives, and professional colleagues.
The incumbent is required to:
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team to provide the highest possible standard of ENT clinical services to patients.
- Provide elective and emergency services for ENT patients including diagnosis, treatment and postoperative care for patients, both inpatient and outpatient, at the RHH.
- Take part in the on-call roster and undertake call-back work.
- Work outside normal hours conducting weekend ward rounds as required.
- Participate in undergraduate and post-graduate teaching.
- Opportunity for research in the field of ENT.
Base Salary: $216,300 to $310,389 pro rata, per annum
A remuneration package comprising the Agreement base salary, relevant allowances and other entitlements will be negotiated with the successful applicant dependent on clinical experience and seniority.
Base salary points range for Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1 at $216,300 through to Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 11 at $296,640 with further salary increments available.
- Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $300,216 - $310,389 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 (Tasmanian State Service) Award
In addition, the following allowances and benefit, calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
- Salary packaging options include a range of benefits like living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meals and entertainment every year
- Market allowance - $110,000
- Motor vehicle allowance of $28,389 per annum, pro rata
- Subject to approval from the Private Patient Scheme Committee (PPS), 35% of base salary plus on-call, pro rata) of additional payment will be paid from (PPS). If not admitted to the PPS, a 35% in lieu of PPS of base salary will be paid.
- Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $16,480 per annum, pro rata
- On call allowance % of Base Salary
- Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees
- Professional development and accelerated pathways
- 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
- other allowances as applicable
Salary Packaging, Relocation and Support
- Extensive salary packaging options with excellent leave benefits (including professional development leave).
- 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.
- Generous relocation support packages plus accommodation support for when you arrive.
- Employer visa sponsorship and support for families for overseas applicants.
Essential Requirements
- Holds specialist registration; or
- Is a registered Medical Practitioner who is an International Medical Graduate (IMG) who is on the specialist pathway; or
- 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.
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.
