Haematologist - Heidelberg, Australia - Austin Health

Austin Health
Austin Health
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Heidelberg, Australia

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Austin Health is one of Victoria's largest health care providers. Our 9,000 employees and 425 volunteers provide safe, high quality, person-centred care at Austin Hospital, Olivia Newton-John Cancer, Wellness and Research Centre (ONJ Centre), Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital and Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre, as well as in the community through Hospital-in-the-Home and partner health services. We are an internationally recognised leader in clinical teaching, training and research and have affiliations with many leading universities and research institutes.

An exciting opportunity currently exists for an enthusiastic and highly experienced Haematologist to join our
Clinical Haematology department.

Details of Department
Clinical Haematology forms part of the Austin Health Cancer Centre and provides services to inpatients and outpatients. The unit manages a wide range of benign and malignant haematological conditions. Apheresis, allogeneic and autologous stem cell transplantation form part of the service. A consultative service is provided throughout Austin Health. There are close links with Laboratory Haematology and other health services in the region. This position will focus on patients with disorders of haemostasis and thrombosis.


As part of the Austin Health Cancer Centre, Clinical Haematology has a close association with the Olivia Newton John Cancer Research Institute.

Austin Health is a member of the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre (VCCC).


Details of position
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Permanent Part Time Employment 17.

5 hours per week:

  • Applicants who would like to accept this position but work less than 17.5 hours per week may be considered provided they are willing to work a minimum of 7.0 hours per week such a preference should be indicated in the covering letter

The Clinical Haematologist will be responsible for
- the comprehensive management of patients with
- haematological malignancies, including but not limited to acute leukaemias and lympoproliferative disorders
- disorders of haemostasis and thrombosis
- other haematologic conditions including but not limited to iron deficiency, immune cytopenias, iron overload, haemoglobinopathies
- participation in themed clinics relating to the above, ncluding post-clinic patient discussion meetings
- participation in ward service including on-call as required
- participation in the appropriate multi disciplinary themed meetings
- participation in unit meetings and activities
- provision oof consultative service to other units as required
- supervision of trainees and junior medical staff
- assisting the director in administrative duties as required, including the development and review of policies and procedures for the provision of services
- participation in the evaluation of the delivery of services and implementing appropriate quality and risk management initiatives
- demonstrating a commitment to working as a team member with peer medical, junor medical, nursing and other clinical staff to provide efficient, safe and quality care across the continuum


To be successful for this role you must:(list a number of KSC)

  • Be a registered Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
  • Hold a Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Physicians, or equivalent
  • Have appropriate training and experience applicable to the field of haematology
  • Demonstrate a commitment to high quality patient care
  • Demonstrate a commitment to working as a team member with peer medical, junior medical, nursing and other clinical staff to provide efficient, safe and quality care across the continuum, and
  • Demonstrate a commitment to teaching, training and research.
Please refer to the position description for further information about the role and required knowledge and skills.


Work with us Your reward is to work in a collaborative environment which will provide you with opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Your benefits will include salary packaging, employee assistance program and a staff health centre.


Austin Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.


Application Instructions:


  • Cover letter
  • Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Undergraduate Qualification Certificate (Medical Degree)
  • Fellowship Certificate (Specialist Medical College)
  • Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
  • Current Medical Indemnity Certificate
  • Proof of Identification (current passport or Australian drivers licence)
  • Working with Children's Check Card (where applicable)
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