Your opportunity is to join a committed team of Medical Oncologists in a vibrant Cancer Care Service, with a strong Tele-oncology program and extensive participation in research. You will also be involved in teaching and mentoring. You will have the opportunity not only to actively contribute clinically but also to contribute to the strategic vision for this forward-thinking department as it continues to grow and develop.

Job details

The Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service covers a large geographic area with a diverse and growing population. The Health Service provides a wide range of primary care, acute and specialist services. Our staff are a part of the community we serve, and we strongly believe that health outcomes are enhanced by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of local health services. This is your opportunity to join the dedicated team of professionals at Cairns and Hinterland Health and be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology, excellence in health care, teaching, research and empowering our people to be the best in serving our community.

Besides the excellent work opportunities, Cairns offers a unique lifestyle suitable to a wide variety of interests. Cairns is in the heart of the tropical north and is the primary gateway to northern Australia. Cairns is an ideal base to explore the wider region with front door access to the Great Barrier Reef, rainforests and outback locations.

Remuneration value up to $497 941 p.a. (L25 – L27) or Remuneration value up to $455 624 p.a. (L18 – L24), employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%), annual leave loading (17.5%), professional development allowance, motor vehicle allowance, professional development leave 3.6 weeks p.a., plus private practice arrangements.

Eligible health workers may qualify for a Workforce Attraction Incentive payment. To find out more and see if you are eligible visit: :  https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme

Why choose Cairns?

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You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Cairns and Hinterland here: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/cairns_hinterland 

Permanent Fulltime

Applications will remain current for 12 Months. Job Ad Reference: CAH602425

Purpose of the role

As a Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist Oncology you will be a valued and passionate team member.  You will work with the Clinical Director Cancer Care Services to deliver a high standard of care to allocated patients to ensure Oncology services are provided to the highest standard and delivered safely, efficiently and within the standards of the discipline and the ethics of the profession.

Your opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Staff Specialist or Staff Specialist Oncology to facilitate the delivery of high-quality care to patients of the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service.

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.

How to Apply:
Please download the Role Description and Information Package for Applicants (at the links in the boxed area above) for instructions on how to apply for this role. If you have difficulty viewing this role description in .pdf format, please contact Recruitment Services on Recruitment.Cairns@health.qld.gov.au to request it in .doc format. Please note that if the information requested in the ‘how to apply' section is not provided, plus the now mandatory requirement for all curriculum vitae to be provided in a standard template (located at the link in the boxed area above), you may not meet the requirements for further consideration of your application. The Information Package for Applicants outlines pre-employment checks that will be undertaken for successful applicants.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

*APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY ONLINE* The following file types are accepted: .jpg, .gif, .bmp, .png, .rtf, .txt, .doc and docx. Do not upload zipped files, pdf documents created through Microsoft Word 2007, tagged pdfs or protected documents.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 1. CHHHS Information for Applicants v.20 (PDF, 939KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  3. CV Format for Medical Practitioner (Word, 97KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CAH602425 Role Description (PDF, 418KB)
  Role Description