Specialist in Rheumatology

Specialist in Rheumatology - Staff Specialist / Senior Staff Specialist Join to apply for the Specialist in Rheumatology - Staff Specialist / Senior Staff Specialist role at Canberra Health Services . Employment Type: Permanent, Part Time (20 hours per week) Classification: Staff Specialist 1-5 / Senior Specialist Location: Canberra Health Services Section: Division of Medicine, Rheumatology Indicative Base Salary Package: $339,657 to $447,762 (pro rata for part time) Indicative base salary 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 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 The CHS Rheumatology unit provides a clinical service to patients from the Australian Capital Territory and surrounding regional NSW. We host up to 10 inpatients and receive about 1,300 new outpatient referrals each year, in addition to providing a consultative service and a timely and efficient 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 postgraduate 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 may be considered for a conjoint position at 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. Requirements 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. Applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position. Contact Dr Chandima Perera for further information at . Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all diversity groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+. Our Vision Creating exceptional health care together. Our Role To be a health service that is trusted by our community. Our Values Reliable, progressive, respectful and kind. #J-18808-Ljbffr