Registrar - Advanced Trainee Haematology (522792) Department of Health Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth Launceston General Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Tuesday 03 November, 2026 11:55 PM

Tuesday 3 November, 2026 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification: Medical Practitioners (Tasmanian State Service) Award/Agreement 2025, Medical Practitioner Level 5-11 (Registrar/Senior Registrar)

$138,978 to $194,675 per annum

Employment type: Fixed-term, full-time

Region: North

Location: LGH Charles Street, Launceston

Join a leading cancer service providing comprehensive haematology care, advanced treatments and multidisciplinary support.

The Team The Northern Cancer Service provides comprehensive cancer care to the population of Northern/North West Tasmania (250,000 people). Treatment centres are located at the WP Holman Clinic, Launceston General Hospital, North West Regional Cancer Centre, Burnie, and the Mersey Community Hospital.

The haematology service at the Launceston General provides an integrated, multi-disciplinary approach to diagnosis and treatment. Using state of the art technology, the service combines the disciplines of medical and radiation oncology, as well as haematology and palliative care on one site. The range of conditions managed is diverse and includes both malignant and benign haematology in inpatients and outpatients. Allogeneic stem cell transplants are not performed in Tasmania but after-care from d+100 onward is usually transferred from Melbourne to the local Tasmanian haematologists. Apheresis and stem cell collection are performed on-site.

The Role A fixed term 12-month Haematology Clinical Registrar position is available at the Launceston General Hospital, Launceston, Tasmania,



from 31 January 2027. This position is supported by a team of 5.4 FTE consultant haematologists, 1 BPT ward registrar, 3 ward JMOs and a Laboratory Advanced Trainee.

Work involves a mix of inpatient and outpatient care in a multidisciplinary setting. Duties include:

Providing a consultative haematology service in conjunction with the on-call Haematologist for the non-Haematology inpatients at LGH, as well as providing phone advice for GPs and rural hospitals.

Regular outpatient clinics under supervision of Consultant Haematologists

Assisting with assessment and management of ambulatory haematology patients requiring treatment within the WP Holman Clinic outpatient facility, Launceston General Hospital.

Advising, mentoring and overseeing the work of junior medical staff assigned to the care of inpatient haematology patients at the Launceston General Hospital when needed, including participation in the on-call roster with Consultant Support.

Participation in local research projects and clinical trials

You will need

Gain a high-quality clinical, educational and career development experience within the Northern Cancer Service, supported by access to comprehensive diagnostic and imaging services including CT, MRI and PET.

Contribute to teaching and learning opportunities at the Launceston General Hospital,



a major training site for the University of Tasmania Clinical School, where education and research are actively encouraged.

Participate in oncology clinical trials and research activities through the Holman Clinic's Oncology Clinical Trials Unit, assisting with the care and review of patients enrolled in clinical trials and registries.

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 Fixed term full time, day worker position (on-call), working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 31 January 2027 until date 29 January 2028.

You will receive 10 hours of paid, protected training time per fortnight, pro rata.

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date

📌 Registrar - Advanced Trainee Haematology (522792) (Launceston)
🏢 Tasmanian Government
📍 Launceston