Registrar - Advanced Trainee Haematology (522792)

The Team

The Northern Cancer Service provides comprehensive cancer care to the population of Northern/North West Tasmania (250,000 people). Treatment centres are located at the WP Holman Clinic, Launceston General Hospital, North West Regional Cancer Centre, Burnie, and the Mersey Community Hospital.

The haematology service at the Launceston General provides an integrated, multi-disciplinary approach to diagnosis and treatment. Using state of the art technology, the service combines the disciplines of medical and radiation oncology, as well as haematology and palliative care on one site. The range of conditions managed is diverse and includes both malignant and benign haematology in inpatients and outpatients. Allogeneic stem cell transplants are not performed in Tasmania but after-care from d+100 onward is usually transferred from Melbourne to the local Tasmanian haematologists. Apheresis and stem cell collection are performed on-site.

The Role

A fixed term 12-month Haematology Clinical Registrar position is available at the Launceston General Hospital, Launceston, Tasmania, from 31 January 2027. This position is supported by a team of 5.4 FTE consultant haematologists, 1 BPT ward registrar, 3 ward JMOs and a Laboratory Advanced Trainee.

Work involves a mix of inpatient and outpatient care in a multidisciplinary setting. Duties include:

• Providing a consultative haematology service in conjunction with the on-call Haematologist for the non-Haematology inpatients at LGH, as well as providing phone advice for GPs and rural hospitals.
• Regular outpatient clinics under supervision of Consultant Haematologists
• Assisting with assessment and management of ambulatory haematology patients requiring treatment within the WP Holman Clinic outpatient facility, Launceston General Hospital.
• Advising, mentoring and overseeing the work of junior medical staff assigned to the care of inpatient haematology patients at the Launceston General Hospital when needed, including participation in the on-call roster with Consultant Support.
• Participation in local research projects and clinical trials

You will need

• • Gain a high-quality clinical, educational and professional development experience within the Northern Cancer Service, supported by access to comprehensive diagnostic and imaging services including CT, MRI and PET.
  • Contribute to teaching and learning opportunities at the Launceston General Hospital, a major training site for the University of Tasmania Clinical School, where education and research are actively encouraged.
  • Participate in oncology clinical trials and research activities through the Holman Clinic's Oncology Clinical Trials Unit, assisting with the care and review of patients enrolled in clinical trials and registries.

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.

Details of appointment

Fixed term full time, day worker position (on-call), working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 31 January 2027 until date 29 January 2028.

You will receive 10 hours of paid, protected training time per fortnight, pro rata.

*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.

Salary

Medical Practitioner Level 5 - 11 $138,978 - $194,675 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging

• Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2025

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
• Travel and relocation assistance support is available
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
• other allowances as applicable.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

• General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia.

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.

Statement of Duties:

• Registrar MP5-11

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide 2026.docx

How to apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 pages application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

Please ensure your application also includes:

• A current CV
• The contact details of two referees
• Qualifications and supporting documents

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Dr. Simon McRae
Position: Head of Department – Clinical Haematology
Phone number: +61 3 6777 6140
Email address: simon.mcrae@ths.tas.gov.au

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