The Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD) is seeking to employ multiple enthusiastic consultants to provide expert services in Radiation Oncology.

Temporary 2.0 FTE | 1.0 FTE until 1 August 2027 (with possibility of extension) | 1.0 FTE - January 2027 to January 2028 (with possibility of extension) | REQ690482 and REQ690488 | Grade: Staff Specialist | Applications close: Friday 25 September 2026

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

The Service is seeking multiple talented and committed Radiation Oncologists for temporary backfill 1.0 FTE until 1 August 2027 and 1.0 FTE - January 2027 to January 2028.

The Radiation Oncologists will work within the established framework of a networked and integrated cancer service. The Radiation Oncologists will have the opportunity to influence the future of Radiation Oncology services across ISLHD. Whilst it might incorporate district wide responsibilities, the position is based at the Illawarra Cancer Care Centre, Wollongong. A centre networked with other District facilities, providing essential cancer services for the growing South Coast population.

In this role you will provide high quality diagnostic, consultative, procedural and on-call specialty services in Radiation Oncology across a variety of tumours streams, and participate actively in teaching, research, quality improvement and administrative activities commensurate with the Staff Specialists (State) Award. As a Staff Specialist you will ensure a high standard of professional performance and, where required, the encouragement of an academic environment which supports research and development.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A little about us.

Wollongong Hospital, located on Dharawal Country, is the Illawarra Shoalhaven’s major referral and teaching hospital and has a bed-base count of more than 500. The campus, which incorporates the Illawarra Regional Cancer Care Centre,



provides a comprehensive range of inpatient, outpatient and community-based services. Wollongong is located an hour’s drive south of Sydney on a narrow coastal strip bordered by the Royal National Park to the north, Lake Illawarra to the south, the Tasman Sea to the east and the Illawarra Escarpment to the west.

Learn more about the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Wollongong here.

Advantages of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

- Training, Education and Study Leave (TESL) - $40,400 and 25 calendar days

- Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay

- Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

- Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information

now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the targeted questions / selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.





- Working With Children Check (WWCC)

- Current AHPRA Registration

- Valid NSW Drivers Licence

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Enquiries about this position from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Candidates interested in this position must make their own enquiries and submit their own application.

An eligibility list may be created for future Temporary Full-Time and Part-Time positions.

Need more information or help applying?

- Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.

- Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.

- Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.

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- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Dr Glaucia Fylyk at [email protected]

- For application-related queries or help applying, contact Jessica Guyer at [email protected]

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For role related queries or questions contact Jessica Guyer on [email protected]

Applications close: Friday 25 September 2026

📌 Radiation Oncologist - Staff Specialist (Wollongong)
🏢 Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District
📍 Wollongong