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Division: Cancer Cardiology and Specialty Medicine
Program: Cancer Services
Department: Pall Care Outreach Service
Enterprise Agreement: Medical Specialists (Victorian Public Health Secto
Job Function: Medical
Role Summary:
Location:
Sunshine, Footscray
Employment Type:
Casual / Internal Locum
Salary:
HN16 – HN59 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About therole
Western Health is seeking a permanent Internal Locum Palliative Care Consultant to be available to cover the following areas if needed, outpatient clinic, consultancy service and ward service.
Duties
The Palliative Care Service at Western Health provides a comprehensive range of services to patients living with a life-threatening illness, including a designated inpatient palliative care unit, a hospital based consultancy service and outpatient clinics. There are 20 inpatient beds located at Sunshine Hospital, where the focus of care is on symptom management and support to patients and their families. The Consultancy Service provides palliative care expertise to patients, carers and health professionals across all campuses and also liaises closely with community agencies. The outpatient SMART (Symptom Management and Referral Team) clinics are held at Footscray Hospital, in tandem with the general oncology and lung oncology clinics, and at the Sunshine Radiation Therapy Centre at Sunshine Hospital. Although a generic service, the Palliative Care Service has a close working relationship with Cancer Services, attending common meetings and providing care and support to patients throughout their cancer journey.
Skills & Experience
Medical qualification in Palliative Medicine (FRACP and /or FAChPM)
Current Australian medical registration
Credentials for the position
Relevant clinical experience and clinical competence required for level of position
Experience in the support and supervision of Junior Medical Staff
Demonstrated ability to practice collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team
Effective organisational skills, with respect to time management and delegation
About Western Health




Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach servicesto aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties includeoncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals:Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's),Footscray Hospital,Williamstown Hospitaland Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
Health and wellbeing programs, including versatile work arrangements.
Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities




Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
If you're passionate aboutpallative care , we'd love to hear from you.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 1 October ****
Enquiries:
For further information about this role, contact Maria Coperchini via
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
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📌 Palliative Care Specialist (Melbourne)
🏢 Western Health
📍 Melbourne