Staff Specialist Oncology, Queensland Health

The Department of Medicine at the Mackay Base Hospital have opportunity for a Staff Specialist Oncologist to join their team on a Permanent Full-Time basis (80 hrs p.f.).

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Mackay Hospital and Health Service has 6 hospitals, 2 multi-purpose health services and 4 community health centres that employ more than 3,700 staff. The district covers an area of approximately 90,000km2 and provides services to patients and their families in Bowen, Cannonvale, Clermont, Collinsville, Dysart, Glenden, Mackay, Middlemount, Moranbah, Proserpine and Sarina.

The MHHS values its people, respecting and embracing diversity and a balance between work and life commitments. People of all ages, abilities, gender and ethnicity are encouraged to apply for positions.

Working for the MHHS offers all the benefits of coast and country living and the convenience of a growing regional city where you can pursue a wide range of interests and lifestyles in a secure, family friendly and culturally diverse environment. We throw in eclectic cafes, restaurants and bars, quirky festivals and an arty and interesting community to make this a great place for those looking to escape the craziness of the city and try life at a different pace.

Your Opportunity

This position provides the chance to join a busy Oncology Unit already staffed by dedicated medical oncologists, nurses, and allied health professionals. There is an opportunity for the right applicant to take on a leadership role within the team, and further develop the existing oncology service, especially in clinical research.

About the Unit

The Oncology Unit at Mackay Base Hospital currently has three experienced part-time medical oncologists. We provide inpatient ward rounds and daily outpatient clinical services including telehealth to regional hospitals. Our day unit is staffed by trained oncology nurses and pharmacists and administers treatments five days per week.

Remuneration and Benefits

Remuneration value up to $483,619 p.a. comprising salary between $215,078 p.a.- $249,046 p.a. (L18-L24) or remuneration value up to $528,464 p.a. comprising salary between $256,246 p.a - $271,430 p.a. (L25-L27);

• employer superannuation contribution (up to 12.75%)
• annual leave loading (17.5%)
• attraction and retention incentive allowance
• professional development allowance
• professional development leave 3.6 weeks p.a.
• professional indemnity cover
• education opportunities, study and research
• paid parental leave
• employee assistance program (EAP)
• fitness passport

Mandatory Qualifications/Professional Registration/Other Requirements

• Mandatory possession of a qualification from a registered tertiary institution and Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency with a current annual practicing certificate is essential.
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and specialist registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) in Medical Oncology.
• Candidates must provide certified copies of requested proof of identify documents for the purposes of general Criminal history and National Police Certificate checks.

VPD Requirements

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the role description.

How to Apply

For full details of this role and how to apply, please refer to the attached role description MK669686.