Specialist in Rheumatology

Specialist in Rheumatology - Staff Specialist / Senior Staff Specialist ( Job Number:  02P7T)  Description Employment Type: Permanent, Part Time (20 hours per week)Classification: Staff Specialist 1-5 / Senior SpecialistLocation: Canberra Health ServicesSection: Division of Medicine, RheumatologyIndicative Base Salary Package: $339,657 to $447,762 (pro rata for part time)  Indicative Base Salary Package inclusive of Base Salary $204,936 to $274,696 +  Private Practice Scheme Allowance + On-call allowance + Medical Education Expense Allowance + Superannuation (12%) - Note: Starting base salary will be negotiated within this classification for the successful candidate, depending on experience and expertise. Closing Date: 13 January 2026 What can we offer you:  Visit our Senior Medical Officer Careers page  Medical Staff in the Canberra Health Services enjoy excellent conditions, and our Enterprise Agreement is available at ENTERPRISE AGREEMENTS ·        Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates on permanent and long-term appointments (Conditions apply and subject to review and approval) ·        Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates. ·        Recognition of prior service and Transfer of Leave entitlements from other eligible Australian Hospitals. ·        City living without the traffic – click here to see why you should live in Canberra  ·        Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital. ·        Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions. ·        Flexible working conditions. ·        Generous leave provisions, including up to four weeks training/education leave and up to five weeks annual leave per annum (Pro Rata Part Time) ·        Medical Education expenses allowance of $19,707 (Pro Rata Part Time) About the Role: Position Overview The CHS Rheumatology unit provides a clinical service to patients from Australian Capital Terrirtory and surrounding regional NSW. We will have up to 10 inpatients and receive about 1300 new outpatient referrals each year in addition to providing a consultative service and providing a timely and effcient clinical service being a key priority. Applicants must have had training in and current and ongoing relevant clinical experience in Rheumatology. The successful applicant will work in a multidisciplinary clinical environment with a team of nursing, administrative and medical staff, including trainees in Rheumatology. Participation in unit clinical governance and quality assurance activities and the comprehensive clinical service for Rheumatology is expected. Strong research links are maintained with the ANU, University of Canberra and the Australian Catholic University. All specialties are represented with the exception of organ transplantation. The hospital has well developed post graduate teaching programs. A fully equipped medical library is available on site with a large collection of hard copy and online journals and textbooks. The preferred candidate maybe considered for a conjoint position in ANU at an academic level commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.  The academic position will be held for the duration of the Canberra Health Services employment and will be subject to regular performance reviews.  No remuneration is attached to the University position. The employee will be responsible to the University on academic matters and to The Canberra Hospital & Health Services / Canberra Health Services for clinical/ research matters.   For more information in relation to conjoint positions with the ANU please contact The Director, ANU School of Medicine and Psychology   For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description . Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: ·        Hold Specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency ·    Meet credentialing requirements and receive an Endorsed scope of clinical practice from the Medical Dental Appointments Advisory Committee (MDAAC) ·        Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. ·        Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy. To Apply:  Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a two-page cover letter or pitch, responding to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description . ***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position*** Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS Website.  Our Vision : creating exceptional health care together Our Role : to be a health service that is trusted by our communityOur Values : Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. The new state-of-the-art Building 5 is now officially open at Canberra Hospital. This 44,000sqm, nine-storey facility, the largest healthcare infrastructure project in the Territory’s history, delivers cutting-edge acute clinical services. Building 5 seamlessly integrates with existing campus buildings, ensuring smooth public access, patient transportation, and efficient logistics.  If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please co ntact Dr Chandima Perera at  Job : Senior Medical Officers Salary Range : 204,936.00 - 274,696.00 Closing Date : 13/Jan/2026, 12:59:00 PM