Take the next step in your Emergency Medicine career at one of Australia's leading tertiary Emergency Departments
Are you a doctor with Emergency Medicine experience looking to further develop your skills within a busy tertiary referral centre?
Head Medical is delighted to be working with the Royal Hobart Hospital in Tasmania to recruit doctors interested in pursuing a career in Emergency Medicine. This opportunity is particularly suited to doctors who have completed Foundation Training (or equivalent) and gained additional experience within Emergency Medicine or Critical Care.
Located in the heart of Hobart, the Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania's tertiary referral centre, offering excellent clinical exposure, structured education and training opportunities, together with an enviable lifestyle and access to some of Australia's most spectacular natural surroundings.
- Approximately 75,000 Emergency Department presentations annually
- Dedicated Emergency Medicine education programme with protected teaching time
- Excellent training opportunities within a supportive tertiary referral centre
- Strong consultant support and supervision in a collaborative and inclusive department
- February 2027 commencement - 12 month contract
- Salary $138,978 - $194,675 per annum (commensurate with experience) plus relocation support
The Role
This role is particularly suited to doctors who have gained experience within Emergency Medicine and are looking to further develop their clinical skills, increase their autonomy, and broaden their exposure within a busy tertiary Emergency Department. Whether you are looking to build on existing Emergency Medicine experience or further develop your skills within a tertiary referral centre, this position offers excellent clinical exposure, structured education, and significant career development opportunities.
You will provide emergency care to patients attending the Emergency Department whilst working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team of Emergency Physicians, Nursing and Allied Health staff.
Benefit from:
- Protected education time with a highly regarded fortnightly teaching programme
- Exposure to adult, paediatric and trauma presentations
- Access to special skills opportunities including Medical Education, Research and Geriatric Emergency Medicine
- A department recognised nationally for its commitment to staff wellbeing, including recipient of the ACEM Wellbeing Award
Before You Apply
Applicants should ideally have:
- Completed Foundation Training (UK), Intern Year (Ireland) or equivalent postgraduate hospital training
- Previous experience within Emergency Medicine and a demonstrated interest in developing a career in emergency care
- Experience working within a healthcare system comparable to Australia, such as the UK, Ireland, or New Zealand
The Location
Hobart offers a unique combination of career development and lifestyle that is difficult to match elsewhere.
As Tasmania's capital city, Hobart provides all the benefits of modern city living without the long commutes and congestion found in larger metropolitan centres.
Outside of work, you'll enjoy:
- Stunning coastlines, beaches and national parks
- Hiking, mountain biking, climbing and water sports on your doorstep
- A thriving food, wine and café culture
- Excellent schools and family-friendly communities
- Easy access to Melbourne and Sydney via frequent daily flights
Tasmania is renowned for its natural beauty, welcoming communities and exceptional work-life balance, making it a popular destination for doctors seeking both professional development and quality of life. Whether you enjoy hiking, mountain biking, sailing, surfing, photography, food and wine, or simply spending more time outdoors, Tasmania offers a lifestyle that is increasingly difficult to find elsewhere.
What Head Medical can do for you
Head Medical is a specialist international healthcare recruitment company and has been helping doctors relocate to Australia, New Zealand and beyond since 2008. From identifying the right opportunity through to regulatory applications and relocation, we provide free guidance and support throughout the process. We also have qualified and licensed Immigration Advisers within our team who can assist with migration planning and visa applications for Australia and New Zealand. The services of our licensed Immigration Advisers are provided as an additional service, with any applicable fees discussed in advance.