COMPLETE Oncology/Haematology CMO - NSW St Vincent's Private Hospital - Sydney

Job Description:

The role:

We are seeking a highly motivated Oncology/Haematology CMO to commence in February 2024 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.

Our benefits:
• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 per FBT year (pay less tax and increase your take home pay), with increased benefits for full-time employees such as reduction to rent or mortgage payments, vehicle leasing and a meal entertainment card up to $2,600 a year
• Generous wellbeing discounts including gym memberships through Fitness Passport, private health insurance and our on-site pharmacy
• Attractive reward and recognition program
• Options to purchase additional leave in support of work life balance
• Convenient location close to cafes, restaurants and public transport
• Opportunity to join our workplace giving program, Give4Good

You will join a high performing team and a workplace with relationships built on mutual trust and respect. We value our staff and offer professional advancement in a respectful, collaborative and learning environment.
 

Your skills and experience:

As an outstanding Oncology/Haematology CMO you will be a great communicator and have the commitment to be a transformational leader.

To be successful in this role, you will be equipped with 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 that is up to date and in line with safe and best practice.

• Demonstrated recent of practice and up to date Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

• Ability to provide clinical practice and care consistent with the mission and philosophy of the facility.

• Ability to plan and coordinate patient care effectively and efficiently, maintain patient advocacy and utilise patient management and hospital IT systems.

• Ability to participate in and support educational activities and to contribute to the development of self and other team members.

• Have a working knowledge and understanding of relevant regulations and legislation with particular emphasis on private healthcare delivery.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Ability to work autonomously with a good understanding of when to ask for help and also the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a variety of oncologists and haematologists including practicing with their direct guidance and being receptive to constructive feedback.

• Demonstrated interest and commitment to service development and practice improvement with particular focus on oncology and haematology services.

The Company:
St Vincent’s Private Hospital Sydney is one of Australia’s leading private hospitals, located in Darlinghurst. Our team of expert surgeons, nurses and allied health professionals deliver outstanding care, surgery and rehabilitation across a range of highly specialised surgical and medical services supported by several distinguished research institutes.

Our requirements:
Criminal record and child protection checks will be conducted and will form part of the selection criteria.

SVPHS has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) in healthcare settings. You are therefore required to comply with the SVHA Staff Health Screening Immunisation Policy, which, depending on the role you perform in the organisation will require you to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including COVID-19 and flu vaccinations).

Remuneration:

Common Law Contract:  Based on experience level and relevant qualifications.

Apply now!
If this is the ideal role for you, apply today!

We are committed to equal employment opportunity, ethical practices, the principles of cultural diversity and promote a smoke free work environment.

St Vincent's Health Australia is committed to reconciliation and encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for all advertised positions. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au.

Any questions?

If you would like to discuss this opportunity please contact Dr Eleni Mayson, VMO Consultant Haematologist Clinical and Laboratory Haematologist for a confidential discussion on (02) 9355 5658.

Position Description and Critical Job Demands Checklist:

Review the following documents:

JR133953_Oncology Hematology CMO PD 2020.pdf

Contact Details:

Dr Eleni Mayson (02) 9355 5658

Alternate Contact:

Closing Date:

14 December 2023 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan

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