Director of Cardiology - Specialist Cardiac Service

Location: Launceston, Tasmania

Employment Type: Fixed Term Part time

Salary: $222,789 - $319,701 p.a. (pro rata) + allowances (total package up to $500K+)

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

Lead a major cardiac service delivering care across northern Tasmania. You will provide executive leadership for the Northern Heart Centre, overseeing strategy, clinical governance, and operational performance while ensuring high-quality, patient-centred care aligned with statewide priorities.

Key Responsibilities
Lead clinical and administrative operations
Drive service planning and development
Build partnerships with clinicians and stakeholders
Oversee governance, quality improvement, and risk management

Essential Criteria
Specialist or limited registration in Cardiology (Australia)
IMG candidates on a specialist pathway or with recognised qualifications
Experience in clinical leadership and governance

What's On Offer
Competitive salary with allowances and 12% super
Relocation support up to $15,000 + salary packaging
CPD, vehicle, and management allowances
Private practice options available
Flexible part-time hours (38 hours/fortnight)
Option to combine with a full-time Staff Specialist role




Robust career development and leadership opportunities

International candidates can be considered

Why Launceston?

Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with short commutes, stunning national parks, renowned wineries, and vibrant food culture. A welcoming community offers the perfect balance of growth opportunities and quality living.

This hospital is part of an innovative and dynamic organisation dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the surrounding community. They are committed to providing the highest levels of healthcare and services.
This is a 300-bed public hospital that provides acute care facilities in the state of Tasmania. Every year the hospital treats over 24,000 inpatients and over 225,000 outpatients.

Location information

Located in one of Tasmania's major cities, it is a vibrant hub for food and wine, culture and nature. In fact, the whole region is packed with city and country charm, gorgeous old towns, excellent food and wine and beautiful scenic highlights.

Attractions in the region include:
Colonial and Victorian architecture
Art galleries, museums
Vineyards
A natural water basin
Scenic walking trails, native bushland and wildlife

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