Medical Oncology Consultant jobs

Job no: 952144
Work type: Part time
Location: Adelaide CBD, Eyre and Western, Far North, Various, Rural Support Service
Categories: Medical

• Rural Support Service (RSS) as part of Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network
• Delivering care to Port Lincoln and various sites across Eyre and Far North Local Health Network
• Total Indicative Remuneration: MDP2 $355,428 - $563,206 PA (Pro-Rata) plus Penalties
• Part-Time 0.2fte, Ongoing

WHAT ARE WE OFFERING?

Make a lasting impact on cancer care across regional South Australia in a rewarding specialist role that combines clinical excellence, leadership, teaching and service development. As a Medical Oncologist within the Rural Support Service delivering care to Port Lincoln and across Eyre and Far North regions, you will work alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centred oncology care, improve access to specialist services for regional communities, and help shape the future of cancer services across the state's regional health networks.

This is a unique opportunity to enjoy a diverse and professionally fulfilling career, contributing to innovative models of care, mentoring future clinicians, participating in quality improvement and research activities, and influencing strategic decisions that enhance cancer outcomes for regional South Australians.

WHO ARE WE?

The RSS is a directorate of the Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network, that delivers a range of enabling services, such as workforce planning and recruitment, digital health, finance, infrastructure, procurement, and clinical governance support. Our purpose is to strengthen and sustain healthcare delivery in rural and regional areas by providing consistent, efficient, and specialist support functions to the six regional local health networks (LHNs) across South Australia. We work across 37 regional, rural and remote SA locations, as well as 3 Adelaide offices.

WHERE AND HOW YOU WILL WORK

Working across the Eyre and Far North Local Health Network offers the chance to combine broad, hands-on clinical experience with a genuine regional lifestyle. You’ll be part of a close-knit community and supportive team, gain greater autonomy and continuity of care, and make a visible impact on your community — all while enjoying stunning scenery landscapes with an abundance of recreational activities, short commutes, and easy access to Adelaide.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• A suitably qualified and experienced Medical Oncologist with Fellowship of the RACP and advanced training in Medical Oncology, committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred cancer care.
• A collaborative clinician who thrives in a multidisciplinary environment and can build strong working relationships with colleagues, patients, families and healthcare partners across regional and metropolitan services.
• A compassionate and adaptable professional with excellent communication skills and the ability to provide specialist advice, leadership and support in complex clinical situations.
• An educator and mentor who is passionate about developing future healthcare professionals through teaching, supervision and knowledge sharing.
• A proactive contributor to service improvement, quality initiatives and innovation, with a commitment to advancing equitable access to high-quality cancer care for regional communities.

If you have answered yes to any of these questions - then read on…

HOW WILL YOU CONTRIBUTE?

You will……….

• Deliver high-quality specialist medical oncology care through outpatient clinics, consultations and multidisciplinary care, ensuring the best possible outcomes for patients across regional South Australia.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and healthcare partners to provide integrated, patient-centred cancer services that support seamless care across regional and metropolitan networks.
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision and mentorship to trainee medical officers and other healthcare professionals, fostering a culture of learning and excellence.
• Drive quality improvement, innovation and service development initiatives that enhance the safety, effectiveness and accessibility of oncology services.
• Contribute to teaching, research and strategic planning activities that strengthen cancer care delivery and support the future of regional oncology services.

WHAT WILL WE OFFER YOU IN RETURN?

Not only will you be working in an environment surrounded by beautiful scenery and nature we see your work here as not just as a job, but an opportunity to extend, progress or consolidate your career with us. We therefore offer you opportunities to be supported in the following ways:

• Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year Click here more information
• Access to generous leave provisions and professional development opportunities.
• Support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to BHFLHN staff and their families.

WHAT ELSE DO YOU NEED TO KNOW/WHAT IS ESSENTIAL FOR SUCCESS?

Working in this environment, it is important to us that we only employ people with the upmost integrity and commitment to serving the South Australian community and its visitors to the highest possible standards. To ensure that we meet that commitment there are a few checks that you will be required to undertake. These are detailed on the Role Description, but are likely to include the following:

• You will need to be immunised. Please contact the Enquiries Person for this position if you have any queries. Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy. Further information is in the application for to help guide you.
• You will need to undergo employment screening, what you require is also on the front page of the Role Description.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We employ people as diverse as the clients we support and the environments we work in. At BHFLHN we pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees and therefore we encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We continually look for ways to support and promote diversity and flexible ways of working so please let us know what interests you.

NEED TO RELOCATE?

Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility. See what is available here: Relocation support | SA Health. Find out more about working in the Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network, and see what it looks like to work and live in regional Australia at: https://movetomore.com.au/

HELP IS HERE!

Please refer to all the details in the Role Description below (job ref: 952144), or reach out to Dr Kate Wislang, Clinical Lead, Cancer Services by email to Kate.Wislang@sa.gov.au and request a time for a confidential discussion.

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DON’T HESITATE! Applications Close on 8 November 2026 at 11:55PM

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

952144 Role Description MD02-Consultant - Oncology.docx