The Team

Cardiac Physiologists at the Royal Hobart Hospital enjoy a collaborative working environment within a supportive multi-disciplinary team. As well as cardiac device management and electrophysiology, members of the Cardiac Physiologist team specialise in adult and paediatric echocardiography and there is opportunity to work within more than one of these disciplines.

Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania’s largest hospital, and the Cardiothoracic Surgical Unit within the RHH is the tertiary referral centre for all cardiothoracic surgery in Tasmania.

The Role

You will work with our Cardiac Physiology team and the Cardiologists to help deliver a high-quality, efficient and effective cardiac rhythm management service. As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, you will apply a high degree of professional judgement in the management of patients in accordance with relevant standards and evidence-based practice. We operate an after-hours on-call service.

You will need

1. Extensive experience as a Cardiac Physiologist in the field of electrophysiology and/or cardiac implantable electronic devices management.
2. High-level knowledge and understanding of cardiac rhythm interpretation with the ability to provide technical support in the development of the cardiac rhythm management service.
3. Demonstrated ability to work with a high-level of autonomy and demonstrated organisational and time management skills.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Permanent full time, day worker (with on call) position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from a mutually agreed upon date.

*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

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, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary

$117,272 to $126,182 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 2025.

Salary Packaging 

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible. 

Allowances

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $123,487 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme 

Benefits available to eligible candidates 

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Satisfactory completion of an appropriate course of study at a recognised tertiary institution, and registered with the relevant Board or, in the case of unregulated professions, eligible for membership of the relevant professional association

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Postgraduate qualifications in Cardiac Device Management and/or Cardiac Electrophysiology: IBHRE/EHRA certified Cardiac Device and/or EP Specialist (Allied Professional) or equivalent
• At least 3 years post-graduate experience

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties: 

• 532826 Cardiac Physiologist - Cardiac Rhythm Management HP03.docx

Application Guide:  

• Applicant Guide.docx

How to apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role 

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Janette Power
Position: Cardiac Physiologist in Charge
Phone number: (03) 6166 8436
Email address: janette.power@ths.tas.gov.au

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