Are you a PGY3+ doctor with Emergency Medicine experience looking for a role that offers genuine clinical exposure, structured training, and a step up in responsibility?
This opportunity at Launceston General Hospital offers exactly that - within a supportive, high-acuity Emergency Department where you’ll be trusted, challenged, and developed.
- Unselected acute take, broad, hands-on Emergency Medicine experience
- Highly regarded teaching hospital with a strong focus on progression and support.
- Stunning national parks, beaches, and outdoor activities
- July / August commencement - minimum 12 month contract
- Salary $134,930 – $189,005 AUD (commensurate with experience)
The Role
You will join a modern 43-bed Emergency Department seeing approximately 45,000 presentations annually, with a 30–40% admission rate and a diverse case mix including trauma, acute medicine, and paediatrics.
As the major referral centre for Northern Tasmania, you will gain exposure to:
- Major trauma and high-acuity emergencies
- Complex undifferentiated presentations
- Paediatric Emergency Medicine
- High-volume acute care
You’ll be supported by:
- All major specialties on site
- A fully supported ICU (including ECMO capability)
- 24-hour cardiac catheterisation services
- Direct consultant supervision from 08:00–00:00, 7 days per week
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
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