Specialist Consultant

Emergency Medicine (ED)

Burnie, Tasmania AU

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Job Description:

Staff Specialist – Emergency Medicine

Location: North West Tasmania

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time or Part-Time (shift work with on-call)

Salary: $216,300 - $296,640 p.a. + superannuation & allowances

Start Date: Negotiable

About the Role

Join a supportive Emergency Medicine team providing care across two busy regional emergency departments serving a population of approximately 116,000. Work alongside experienced FACEMs, trainees, and multidisciplinary teams, with opportunities in education, supervision, clinical leadership, outreach, and subspecialty interests. International candidates can be considered.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide specialist emergency medicine services.
  • Manage a broad range of acute presentations.
  • Supervise and support junior medical staff and trainees.
  • Participate in teaching, quality improvement, and clinical governance.
  • Contribute to on-call and rostered emergency care services.

Essential Criteria

  • Specialist or limited registration with AHPRA.
  • FACEM, Rural Generalist with Advanced Skills in Emergency Medicine, or comparable international emergency medicine specialist.
  • Strong clinical, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Commitment to education, teamwork, and patient-centred care.

What’s On Offer

  • Competitive salary package with substantial additional allowances.
  • Relocation assistance and funded accommodation support.
  • Flexible rostering and excellent work-life balance.
  • Professional development funding and career growth opportunities.
  • Supportive and collaborative emergency medicine team.

Why North West Tasmania?

Enjoy a relaxed coastal lifestyle with beautiful beaches, national parks, mountain biking, hiking, and excellent food and wine. With short commutes, affordable living, and easy access to mainland Australia, North West Tasmania offers an exceptional quality of life and rewarding medical career.

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Client Description:

This public hospital in Australia is located in a beautiful coastal town with stunning views of the ocean and surrounding mountains. The hospital is a modern facility with state-of-the-art equipment and a team of highly skilled medical professionals who are dedicated to providing the best possible care to patients. The hospital offers a wide range of services, including emergency care, surgery, maternity, pediatrics, and rehabilitation. The hospital also has a strong focus on community health, with a range of programs and services aimed at promoting healthy living and preventing illness. The surrounding area is known for its natural beauty, with pristine beaches, rugged mountains, and lush forests all within easy reach. The town itself has a vibrant community, with a range of cultural and recreational activities on offer. There are also excellent schools and a range of affordable housing options, making it an ideal place to live and work. Overall, this public hospital offers an excellent opportunity for a doctor looking to work in a modern, well-equipped facility in a beautiful location with a strong sense of community.

  • Burnie, Tasmania AU
  • Permanent
  • $216,300 ~ $296,640
  • Available from 28 Sep 2026

Job reference: JN00356797