Pursue your medical career in Tasmania: meaningful work in a meaningful place
25 Oct 2024
Diverse clinical pathways and support for your career growth
Tasmania’s health system offers clinical pathways that range from preventative health and community care to hospital-based and trauma settings. For Junior Doctors, our established training programs provide comprehensive support to help you broaden your professional experience.
Dr Gabby Wilkie, originally from far north Queensland, was among the 44 doctors and 25 nurses appointed at the Royal Hobart Hospital’s Emergency Department earlier this year.
She says: “I was excited to move to the beautiful Hobart because of the new award that’s come through the state. It’s a really attractive opportunity and I’ve heard really good things about the working environment for trainees. It’s a tertiary centre where you can get excellent experience as a junior doctor.”
After talking to a Senior Doctors during the recruitment process, Dr Wilkie was impressed by the way they approached onboarding and selectivity of their trainees.
For specialists, Tasmania provides the opportunity to work in accredited university teaching hospitals and participate in cutting-edge research through affiliations with the University of Tasmania.
You’ll have the chance to mentor the next generation of doctors, engage in professional development programs, and contribute to ongoing quality improvement and service development.
"Tasmania’s a bit of a secret gem; a great place to work and importantly, live.” -- Dr Dinendra Gill
Dr Dinendra (known as Dindi) is a staff specialist in Emergency Medicine at Launceston General Hospital (LGH) and Clinical Director of Medical and Cancer Services at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH).
He divides his time between the two hospitals: “The LGH Emergency Department (ED) is great, and we have a really friendly, cohesive group of staff specialists here,” he says.
“There is a really proactive approach to clinical governance, education and training and quality improvement. The work undertaken to recruit and retain high quality doctors is second to none.”
Dindi is enthusiastic about the quality of life in Tasmania: “Being in the outdoors is a key part of being here for me, whether it’s bushwalking, climbing or mountain biking -- all good ways to switch off and unwind.
Facilities and innovations across the State
Tasmania is home to state-of-the-art facilities and innovative medical practices. Whether you’re helping develop the new mental health precinct at the Launceston General Hospital or participating in research opportunities, you’ll be at the forefront of healthcare delivery in Australia.
As Dindi explains, “I was drawn by the opportunity to work in a different healthcare system and the opportunity to help support service development and quality improvement.”
Working in Tasmania comes with a range of benefits, including:
- Extensive salary packaging options with excellent leave benefits (including professional development leave).
- Diverse specialist career pathways and professional development opportunities.
- Collaborative relationships with professionals across multiple disciplines.
- Generous relocation support packages and accommodation assistance for when you arrive.
