Staff Specialist - Sexual Health Service (534427)

The Team

The Sexual Health Services Tasmania is a collaborative state-wide service with clinics in Hobart, Launceston, and an outreach clinic in Devonport. The service is staffed by consultant sexual health physicians, sexual health registrar, nurse practitioner, nurses, a clinical psychologist and administrative staff. The Statewide Sexual Health Service provides people with the opportunity to enhance their sexual health and well-being with a broad scope of practice. We also provide education and guidance to clinicians across the state for all matters pertaining sexual health.

The Role

The clinical services delivered include providing sexual health checks, STI diagnosis and treatment, PrEP, as well as the care and management of HIV, treatment and diagnosis and cure of Hepatitis C. We provide a multidisciplinary gender affirming care service including information, support and access to medical transition. Our service also provides assessment and treatment of genital dermatology conditions, treatment and management of sexual discomfort, pain and sexual dysfunction.

The duties include delivery of outpatient services in Sexual Health Service in both the North and South of the state which will require overnight stays on a regular basis. Duties will also include regular participation in undergraduate and post graduate educational activities as directed by the Director of Sexual Health, involvement in public health matters relating to sexual health, participation in research and multidisciplinary care management as required.

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.

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Details of appointment

Permanent part-time, day worker position, working 60.8 hours per fortnight, commencing early 2027.

*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

Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $222,789 - $319,701 per annum, pro rata + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging

Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $309,222 - $319,701 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

• Salary range is in accordance with Medical Practitioners Agreement 2025

In addition, the following allowances and benefits, 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
• Motor vehicle allowance of $30,254 per annum, pro rata
• Allowance in lieu of private practice schemes 35% of base salary
• Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $17,483 per annum, pro rata
• Travel and relocation assistance support may be 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:

• Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in relevant specialty.

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Current Drivers Licence.
• S100 HIV prescriber training.
• Experience as a sexual health physician and additional skills in the areas of Sexual Assault, Public Health, Men’s or Women’s Health would be desirable.

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:

• Generic Staff Specialist - Sexual Health Services SMP1-11
• Generic Staff Specialist - Sexual Health Services SMP1-11

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.

Clinical Professor Louise Owen

Position: Director, Statewide Sexual Health Service
Phone: (03) 6166 2672
E-mail: louise.owen@ths.tas.gov.au

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