Job search
Fellow Oncology QYCS AYA TMP
South Brisbane/Woolloongabba
CHQ is a specialist statewide hospital and health service dedicated to caring for children and young people from across Queensland and northern New South Wales. Our vision is to lead life-changing care for children and young people for a healthier tomorrow. We do this through world-class care, research, advocacy and leadership, and collaborating with our healthcare partners, most importantly families, to ensure we consistently deliver safe, high-quality person-centred care.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Medical |
| Classification | L10-L13, L4-L9 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - South |
| Job ad reference | QLD/H26CHQ687933 |
| Closing date | 05-Aug-2026 |
| Job duration | 12 Months (from February 2027) |
| Contact person | Wayne Nicholls |
| Contact details | 07 3068 5110 Access the National Relay Service |
About the Team
The Queensland Youth Cancer Service (QYCS) provides expert care to adolescents and young adults (AYAs) aged between 15-25 years of age with cancer. The service specialises in diagnosis, treatment and psychosocial support for young people and their families. The service supports treatment across public and private settings with partner site teams located in Brisbane, Gold Coast and Townsville and statewide telehealth options.
The QYCS is a joint state and federally funded initiative that works in partnership with the QYCS Statewide Team and partner sites. The overarching governance is provided by Children's Health Queensland as the primary fund holder for the Queensland Youth Cancer Service and reports to the Director, Oncology Services Group. The Oncology Services Group includes the Oncology Service, Blood and Marrow Transplant Service, Haematology Service and the Paediatric Palliative Care Service. The Oncology Service has dedicated consultant teams focussing on Leukaemia, Lymphoma and Bone Marrow Transplant; Solid Tumours and Neuro-oncology; Radiation Oncology, Palliative Care and non-malignant Haematology. Consultant medical staff are supported by junior and middle-grade medical staff, including specialist training fellows in paediatric oncology.
About the Role
The position of Clinical Fellow – Queensland Youth Cancer Service is a new, temporary role that will provide essential medical services to adolescent and young adults (AYAs) aged 15 to 25 years diagnosed with or undergoing treatment for cancer across Queensland.
This position will:
- Have the opportunity to work with oncology clinical teams across Queensland Children's Hospital (QCH) and Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH). Deliver medical services in the treatment planning and care of AYA cancer patients which involves regular PAH OPD clinics and attendance at treatment and psychosocial planning MDT meetings as relevant.
- Deliver medical services through participation in clinical duties at Fellow level and in accordance with the policies, practices and Values of the Children's Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service.
- Demonstrate commitment to evidence-based practice, research and quality improvement activities, including morbidity and mortality meetings and other clinical audits and clinical risk management activities.
- Assist in the professional development of junior medical staff and the training of medical and allied health students.
Inclusion and diversity
To encourage inclusive practices in recruitment, we are committed to increasing our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce and building inclusive cultures that respect and promote human rights and Workforce Diversity and Inclusion. CHQ is an equal opportunity employer.
Some of the great benefits of working at CHQ HSS
If you're looking for a rewarding career, and you're excited to contribute to the development of Australia's best paediatric health service, come and join the team at CHQ and enjoy a range of benefits including:
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Competitive renumeration
- Annual pay increases
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Salary packaging
- Employee wellness and assistance program
- Work/life balance, variety, and flexibility
You can find out more about why it's so great to work at CHQ HHS here.
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. Please review the Role Description, Information Pack and Applicant Tool Kit for more information on application process requirements. Agency referrals will not be accepted for this position.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
