Career Medical Officer with an Interest in Oncology

Position Overview:

An exciting opportunity is available in 2025 for a Career Medical Officer at the North-West Cancer Centre, located within the North-West Regional Hospital precinct in Burnie, Tasmania. This is five-year fixed-term position, with daytime work from Monday to Friday only (no after-hours or on-call duties). The successful candidate will be involved in the assessment and care of oncology patients, joining a collaborative and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Assessment: Conduct reviews and assessments of oncology patients attending the North-West Cancer Centre for chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy.
• Patient Care: Participate in the ongoing care of outpatient cancer patients, working closely with consultants, nurses, and allied health professionals.
• Interdepartmental Communication: Facilitate effective communication between the North-West Cancer Centre and the wider hospital, particularly when patients require admission or present to the Emergency Department.
• Ward Consultations: Perform consultations for cancer patients admitted to the North-West Regional Hospital.
• Quality Improvement & MDT Participation: Engage in quality improvement initiatives and participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings as required.

Details of Appointment:

• Fixed term, part-time, day worker position (no on-call duties), working up to 45.6 hour per fortnight, commencing as soon as you can join our team until 30 November 2029.
• Applicants should note that this selection process may be used to fill subsequent full-time and part-time vacancies within a 12-month period from the date of publication.

The Team: You will join a dynamic and supportive team, consisting of multiple consultant medical and radiation oncologists, alongside visiting haematological oncologists. The North-West Cancer Centre is part of the Northern Cancer Service, delivering comprehensive cancer care to approximately 250,000 residents in Northern and North-West Tasmania. The service features a clinical trials and research unit conducting phase 2 and 3 trials and operates across three sites in Northern Tasmania.

Why Tasmania? Tasmania offers an unparalleled work-life balance, providing opportunities to pursue both professional and personal passions. The North-West Coast of Tasmania is renowned for its rugged beauty, outdoor adventures like bushwalking and mountain biking, and its thriving agricultural and industrial sectors. With close access to the mainland (less than an hour's flight to Melbourne), Tasmania's distinct lifestyle combines the best of nature with modern amenities.

Salary and Benefits:

• Base salary range for Career Medical Officers 1-7: $128,750 - $183,340 per annum pro rata, in accordance with the Medical Practitioners Agreement 2022.
• Access to salary packaging benefits, including living expenses, meal entertainment, and more.
• Accommodation and relocation support available for eligible applicants.

Eligibility:

• General or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Pre-employment checks will be required, including conviction checks for certain crimes and identification and employment history checks.

How to Apply: To apply online, click the "Apply" button. You will be prompted to submit a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills, and knowledge in relation to the attached Statement of Duties. Referee details for two referees are required as part of the online application process.

For further information: Dr. Axel Durieux
Position: Director, Northern Cancer Service
Phone: +61 3 6777 6140
Email: axel.durieux@ths.tas.gov.au

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.

Generic Career Medical Officer CMO 1-7 (Feb 2024) CSU.docx

Application Guide: Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

Important Information: The Department of Health values workforce diversity and is committed to promoting equity and inclusion. We live by our CARE Values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, ensuring our approach to care is patient-centred and community-focused.