Oncology/Haematology CMO

About Us

Recognised as one of Australia’s leading private hospitals, St Vincent’s Private Hospital is a tertiary level acute medical and surgical facility. The 310 -bed hospital has an excellent reputation with research led care and cares for local, national and international patients.

We are part of St Vincent’s Health Australia, the nation’s largest Catholic not-for-profit health and aged care provider and for over 105 years we have worked in partnership with our patients and their families. Our vision is to serve the community through excellence in care, teaching and research and to reach out to the poor and the marginalised.


The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated Oncology/Haematology CMO to commence in February 2025 on a 12 month fixed-term contract to deliver medical care to Medical Oncology and Haematology outpatients in the Ambulatory Care Centre receiving chemotherapy and other cancer treatments, as well supporting Medical Oncology, Haematology and Radiation Oncology inpatients at St Vincents Private Hospital.



The role will involve delivering medical care under the direct supervision of oncologists and haematologists, and the successful applicant must be able to work autonomously as well as effectively and collaboratively in a team. The CMO will need to work closely and effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team including nursing staff, allied health and clerical staff to support the treatment of oncology and haematology inpatients and outpatients.


They will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills and be comfortable working directly with consultants across St Vincent’s Private Hospital.


A significant part of the CMO’s role will be supporting the Ambulatory Care Centre by providing clinical care to outpatients moving through the unit, working directly with the Nursing Unit Manager and their staff, and by providing attention and support to service development aspects of the unit.


To be successful, you must possess the following:

• Registration with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) as a Registered Practitioner
  
• Specialist qualification and/or experience in Oncology/Haematology
  
• Ability to maintain collaborative and effective relationships with all multidisciplinary team members
  
• Ability to work flexibly within the Facility service
  
• Ability to provide clinical practice and care consistent with the mission and philosophy of the facility
  
• Ability to plan and coordinate patient/resident/client care effectively, maintain patient/resident/client advocacy and utilise patient/resident/client management systems
  
• Ability to participate in and support education activities and to contribute to the development of self and other team members
  
• Have a working knowledge and understanding of relevant regulations and legislation
  

Essential requirements:

• In accordance to guidelines set by NSW Health, all SVPHS employees are required to have up to date vaccinations before commencement. It is encouraged that you ensure your vaccinations are current ahead of time as you may be requested to provide documentation at interview stage.
  
• Criminal record checks will be conducted and will form part of the selection criteria for this role
  
• This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian. For more information and how to apply, please visit the Office of the Children's Guardian website www.kidsguardian.nsw.gov.au/working-with-children/working-with-children-check
  

The Benefits:

• As a not-for-profit organisation all staff receive salary packaging benefits through SmartSalary up to $9,010 per year. Salary packaging helps to lower your taxable income and increases your take-home pay, with increased benefits for full-time employee such as reduction to rent or mortgage payments, vehicle leasing and a meal entertainment card.
  
• We are a hub of innovation, research and technology being located on a large-scale health campus with interconnected research institutes (Garvan, Kinghorn and Victor Chang), St Vincent’s Clinic and the Public Hospital.
  
• Located in Darlinghurst the bustling inner CBD hub with a strong café, restaurant and bar culture on our doorstep.

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We are committed to equal employment opportunity, ethical practices, and the principles of cultural diversity. As part of SVHA’s commitment to the federal government’s employment parity initiative, we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.