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Haematology Advanced Trainee (CJCT accredited)

Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Centre (BRICC)

Fixed Term – Full Time (12-month contract) - Commencing February 2027

Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants for the position of Haematology Advanced Trainee. This 12-month CJCT-accredited training position will commence in February 2027. The successful candidate will gain a valuable and rewarding clinical experience in haematology at a regional cancer centre.

Our haematology service currently employs six part-time haematologists. Our junior team consists of one advanced trainee registrar, one basic physician trainee (BPT) medical registrar, and one Hospital Medical Officers (HMO). All unit members participate in a roster to support outpatient clinics, ward and inpatient consultative services, and weekend rosters.

About the role

This haematology AT post presents an excellent opportunity to gain experience in managing a wide array of benign and malignant haematologic conditions in the rural-regional setting with one-to-one interaction with supervising consultants. It is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the growth of haematology unit, providing teaching and guidance, all overseen by a cadre of very supportive consultants.

In addition to the journal club, trainees will benefit from regular teaching sessions by consultant staff. We also have fortnightly multidisciplinary meeting and morphology meetings. We have an excellent and dynamic clinical trials unit; the trainee will therefore have an excellent opportunity to learn about various aspects of clinical trials. The trainee will also have full support to conduct or participate in a research project. There will be an opportunity to participate in the national and international haematology conferences.

Grampians Health Ballarat is a large regional hospital centrally located in Ballarat, with campuses in Stawell, Horsham, Edenhope and Dimboola. Ballarat (Population 113,000) is approximately 100km west of Melbourne. The BRICC opened in 2013 and is onsite at the Grampians Health Ballarat campus. The haematology service offers clinics in Ballarat, Horsham and Stawell. The BRICC provides a wide range of oncological services, including outpatient chemotherapy, at-home treatments, radiotherapy, inpatient facilities, a research and clinical trials unit, and a wide range of allied health services, including specialist nursing services, social workers, oncology pharmacists, physiotherapy, dietetics and occupational therapy. There is an extensive wellness service with complementary therapies offered across 20 programs.

We work closely with the radiation oncology unit (BAROC) and the palliative care team with an outstanding inpatient palliative care facility, “Gandarra”, situated nearby. A significant proportion of cancer care west of Melbourne utilises our service, with a catchment population of over 350,000. We have a close affiliation with the Haematology Units at the Austin Hospital and Barwon Health. We also provide teaching to medical students from both Melbourne and Deakin Universities.

Skills & Experience

• MBBS or equivalent degree registrable with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation
• Eligibility for registration with the RACP for Basic Physician Training
• Strong clinical knowledge in the assessment, investigation, and management of acute and chronic medical conditions, supported by an understanding of research, quality improvement, and ethical practice.
• Demonstrated competence in patient assessment, clinical decision-making, physical examination, and patient management.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

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For further enquiries, please contact:

Dr Swe Htet, Haematology Consultant, on 03 5320 8500 or via email at [email protected] or Dr Eleni Hatzis, Haematology Consultant, on 03 5320 8500 or via email at [email protected].

We're actively seeking candidates for this role and will review applications as they are submitted. Applications will close when the position is filled.

Culture & Benefits

At Grampians Health, we recognise our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our staff, patients, residents, visitors, volunteers and contractors at all sites.

• Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities
• Salary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidays
• Access to Fitness Passport membership
• Staff rewards and recognition programs

Ballarat Region

Ballarat is just over an hour’s drive from the centre of Melbourne, located in the Central Highlands of Victoria. There are many nearby state parks and large reserves, including the Enfield State Park, Creswick Regional Park, Mount Warrenheip Flora Reserve and Lake Burrumbeet Park. The fertile surroundings also support farming. An outstanding array of restaurants and cafes make full use of high-quality local produce. There is also an abundance of options for bushwalking, cycling, rock climbing, running, rowing/kayaking, golf, etc., all within a short distance from the centre of Ballarat.

Diversity and Inclusion
All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police records check, immunisation clearance and Working with Children check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check. All employees must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required, which at a minimum is a surgical mask. Additional PPE requirements are role dependent.

Grampians Health is a child safe organisation, committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Grampians Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or questioning), intersex and asexual LGBTQIA+.

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