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Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NW
Mersey Community Hospital
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 22 September, 2026 11:55 PM
Position details
Applications close:
Sunday 22 September, 2026 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Medical Practitioners (Public Sector) Award, Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-11
Employment type:
Full Time
Region:
North West
Job description:
Provide specialist medical care to patients attending the North West. Be involved in research and quality improvement activities, undergraduate and post graduate teaching in the North West. Provide specialist advice to inpatient units as required.
Staff Specialist - Gastroenterology
Details of Appointment
Permanent, full time, day worker (with on-call) position working 76 hours per fortnight
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 and part time vacancies.
Why Tasmania?
It’s different here.
Life in Tasmania provides a quality work/life balance. Here you can pursue what drives you, both professionally and personally.
Today, as the rest of the world feels increasingly generic, our different-ness – our Tasmanian-ness – is among our most valuable assets. We invite you to be part of this special place, to quietly pursue the extraordinary, whether it be bushwalking, mountain biking or paddock to plate dining.
The rugged and beautiful North West Coast of Tasmania is a tourist mecca, has a strong agricultural sector, a developing innovative industrial sector and is positioned with airports and sea transport so it is very accessible to the rest of Tasmania and the Australian mainland. Air travel from Devonport to Melbourne is less than one hour.
Tasmanian | The quiet pursuit of the extraordinary
Who Are We Looking For?
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Staff Specialist in Gastroenterology, who will work as part of the Department of Acute Medicine across the North West region.
The position involves management of patients in General Gastroenterology, IBD, chronic liver disease, and both diagnostic and therapeutic Endoscopy. Experience in capsule endoscopy would be highly regarded.
This position will be attractive to a highly skilled and motivated medical professional who views challenges as opportunities and is driven by a passion to improve healthcare in the complex world of modern health systems. The right applicant will play a key role in developing health care at both patient and system levels.
The successful candidate will provide specialist diagnosis, treatment and care for public patients. They will provide a consultative service in Gastroenterology to other disciplines and to both hospitals within the Department of Health – North West.
Please note only Fellows of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) candidates can be considered for this position.
Who are we?
Servicing a population of approximately 116,000, the Department of Health – North West (DoH), has major sites located approximately 50km apart.
The medical services across the North West region of Tasmania are based primarily at the North West Regional Hospital (NWRH) in Burnie and at the Mersey Community Hospital (MCH) in Latrobe, close to Devonport. Gastroenterologists provide gastroenterology and Hepatology services across both sites with the base being MCH. The MCH is predominately outpatient and day surgery cases. The two hospitals both have very busy emergency and general medical departments. Both Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Paediatrics are primarily located at the NWRH with outpatient services at both sites. Anaesthetic services are provided at both sites however the team is based at NWRH for on call purposes. A busy general surgical service is based at the NWRH with the MCH providing predominately day surgery cases. A rehabilitation service is located in a purpose built ward at the MCH. There are extensive outpatient services for a range of subspecialty services. There is also an eight bed Intensive Care unit located at NWRH. Onsite support services in pathology, imaging and pharmacy are extensive.
The North West Cancer Centre (NWCC) operates as a branch of the Northern Tasmania Cancer Service and it is linked with the Holman Centre in Launceston. The NWCC provides integrated oncology services to patients who live in North West Tasmania.
The North West Private Hospital is co-located with the North West Regional Hospital and this facilitates private practice for many of the region’s specialists.
The DoH offers a comprehensive undergraduate and graduate clinical training program, with close ties to the University of Tasmania through the Rural Clinical School. As such, you will be responsible for providing leadership and help with the delivery of the Undergraduate medical education program.
Salary:
Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $210,000 - $310,34+ per annum, pro rata + 11.5% superannuation + access to salary packaging
Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $2+1,472 -$301,34+ 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 2026
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
Provision of a fully maintained private plated motor vehicle or motor vehicle allowance of $28,38+ per annum, pro rata
Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $16,480 per annum, pro rata
Relocation and commencement support available
Further allowances as applicable
What Can We Offer?
Contemporary, well equipped work environments
Flexible work/life balance
Attractive Salary Package
Dynamic team environment
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Essential Requirements
Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant specialty.
Current Driver's Licence.
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
Conviction checks in the following areas:
Crimes of Violence
Sex Related Offences
Serious Drug Offences
Crimes involving dishonesty
Serious Traffic Offences
Identification check
Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
How to Apply
Apply Online.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
Please note:
We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties.
All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.
For More Information
Prof. Robert Fassett
Clinical Director – Acute Medicine
Phone (03) 64+3 6154 or Email rob.fassett@ths.tas.gov.au
Make It Tasmania is your link to the state to sample our lifestyle, unique places, culture, fabulous food, affordable housing, jobs and business opportunities, please visit http://www.makeittasmania.com.au
Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NW
Mersey Community Hospital
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 22 September, 2026 11:55 PM
Position details
Applications close:
Sunday 22 September, 2026 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Medical Practitioners (Public Sector) Award, Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-11
Employment type:
Full Time
Region:
North West
Job description:
Provide specialist medical care to patients attending the North West. Be involved in research and quality improvement activities, undergraduate and post graduate teaching in the North West. Provide specialist advice to inpatient units as required.
Staff Specialist - Gastroenterology
Details of Appointment
Permanent, full time, day worker (with on-call) position working 76 hours per fortnight
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 and part time vacancies.
Why Tasmania?
It’s different here.
Life in Tasmania provides a quality work/life balance. Here you can pursue what drives you, both professionally and personally.
Today, as the rest of the world feels increasingly generic, our different-ness – our Tasmanian-ness – is among our most valuable assets. We invite you to be part of this special place, to quietly pursue the extraordinary, whether it be bushwalking, mountain biking or paddock to plate dining.
The rugged and beautiful North West Coast of Tasmania is a tourist mecca, has a strong agricultural sector, a developing innovative industrial sector and is positioned with airports and sea transport so it is very accessible to the rest of Tasmania and the Australian mainland. Air travel from Devonport to Melbourne is less than one hour.
Tasmanian | The quiet pursuit of the extraordinary
Who Are We Looking For?
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Staff Specialist in Gastroenterology, who will work as part of the Department of Acute Medicine across the North West region.
The position involves management of patients in General Gastroenterology, IBD, chronic liver disease, and both diagnostic and therapeutic Endoscopy. Experience in capsule endoscopy would be highly regarded.
This position will be attractive to a highly skilled and motivated medical professional who views challenges as opportunities and is driven by a passion to improve healthcare in the complex world of modern health systems. The right applicant will play a key role in developing health care at both patient and system levels.
The successful candidate will provide specialist diagnosis, treatment and care for public patients. They will provide a consultative service in Gastroenterology to other disciplines and to both hospitals within the Department of Health – North West.
Please note only Fellows of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) candidates can be considered for this position.
Who are we?
Servicing a population of approximately 116,000, the Department of Health – North West (DoH), has major sites located approximately 50km apart.
The medical services across the North West region of Tasmania are based primarily at the North West Regional Hospital (NWRH) in Burnie and at the Mersey Community Hospital (MCH) in Latrobe, close to Devonport. Gastroenterologists provide gastroenterology and Hepatology services across both sites with the base being MCH. The MCH is predominately outpatient and day surgery cases. The two hospitals both have very busy emergency and general medical departments. Both Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Paediatrics are primarily located at the NWRH with outpatient services at both sites. Anaesthetic services are provided at both sites however the team is based at NWRH for on call purposes. A busy general surgical service is based at the NWRH with the MCH providing predominately day surgery cases. A rehabilitation service is located in a purpose built ward at the MCH. There are extensive outpatient services for a range of subspecialty services. There is also an eight bed Intensive Care unit located at NWRH. Onsite support services in pathology, imaging and pharmacy are extensive.
The North West Cancer Centre (NWCC) operates as a branch of the Northern Tasmania Cancer Service and it is linked with the Holman Centre in Launceston. The NWCC provides integrated oncology services to patients who live in North West Tasmania.
The North West Private Hospital is co-located with the North West Regional Hospital and this facilitates private practice for many of the region’s specialists.
The DoH offers a comprehensive undergraduate and graduate clinical training program, with close ties to the University of Tasmania through the Rural Clinical School. As such, you will be responsible for providing leadership and help with the delivery of the Undergraduate medical education program.
Salary:
Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1- Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 3 $210,000 - $310,34+ per annum, pro rata + 11.5% superannuation + access to salary packaging
Please note that access to the Senior Specialist Medical Practitioner salary range $2+1,472 -$301,34+ 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 2026
In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:
Provision of a fully maintained private plated motor vehicle or motor vehicle allowance of $28,38+ per annum, pro rata
Continuing Professional Development Allowance of $16,480 per annum, pro rata
Relocation and commencement support available
Further allowances as applicable
What Can We Offer?
Contemporary, well equipped work environments
Flexible work/life balance
Attractive Salary Package
Dynamic team environment
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Essential Requirements
Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant specialty.
Current Driver's Licence.
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
Conviction checks in the following areas:
Crimes of Violence
Sex Related Offences
Serious Drug Offences
Crimes involving dishonesty
Serious Traffic Offences
Identification check
Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
How to Apply
Apply Online.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
Please note:
We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties.
All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.
For More Information
Prof. Robert Fassett
Clinical Director – Acute Medicine
Phone (03) 64+3 6154 or Email rob.fassett@ths.tas.gov.au
Make It Tasmania is your link to the state to sample our lifestyle, unique places, culture, fabulous food, affordable housing, jobs and business opportunities, please visit http://www.makeittasmania.com.au
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