Seeking an opportunity to develop your experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology within a supportive, accredited unit offering excellent clinical exposure?
Head Medical is working with the Tasmanian Health Service to recruit an Obstetrics & Gynaecology Registrar / Senior Doctor at Launceston General Hospital - a busy teaching hospital with a strong reputation for training and collaborative care.
- Work within a Level 5 unit managing ~1600 births per year
- Exposure to a broad range of obstetric and gynaecological practice
- Structured training within an accredited unit
- Supportive team environment with strong consultant and midwifery collaboration
- Relocation Support
- Salary: AUD $134,930 – $189,005 (commensurate with experience)
- 12 month contract commencing February 2027
The Role
Launceston General Hospital is Tasmania’s second largest hospital and a key teaching site. The Women’s & Children’s Service offers strong collaboration between obstetric, gynaecology and midwifery teams, a neonatal unit providing care from 32 weeks gestation and comprehensive obstetric and gynaecology services.
You will contribute to the day-to-day management of Obstetrics and Gynaecology patients, working under the guidance and support of experienced consultants within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
This role offers exposure to a wide range of clinical activity, including:
- Management of both routine and high-risk pregnancies
- Participation in gynaecological surgery, including:
- Laparoscopic procedures (up to Level 6)
- Hysteroscopy
- Urogynaecology (generalist level)
- Open and vaginal surgery
- Inpatient and postoperative care
- Supervision and teaching of doctors in training and students
- Participation in on-call and shift-based rota
Requirements
- Eligible for registration with AHPRA via the Competent Authority pathway
- Experience at Registrar level (or equivalent) in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
The Location
A beautiful and welcoming city, Launceston offers a rare combination of lifestyle and career:
- Affordable housing, easy commutes, and excellent schools
- Fantastic café scene and access to world-class food and wine
- Outdoor adventures on your doorstep – from beaches to bike trails and mountain hikes
- Family-friendly with a strong sense of community
Finish your shift and be on a trail, at a vineyard, or by the coast within minutes!
Find out more about Launceston here
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.