We’re seeking an experienced and relationship-focused clinical leader to oversee our Oncology Services at Burnside Hospital, located at our Toorak Gardens site. This full-time or negotiated part-time (0.8+ FTE) role is central to delivering safe, contemporary and patient-centred oncology care within the Brian Fricker Oncology Centre. Reporting to the Associate Director Inpatient Services & Corporate Nursing, you’ll lead a dedicated multidisciplinary team and provide hands-on oversight of chemotherapy services, high-risk medication management, clinical governance, patient flow and service coordination. Recent senior oncology nursing experience, including demonstrated capability in chemotherapy services, skill-mix management, patient acuity assessment and patient flow coordination, is essential for success in this role.

You’ll play a key role in strengthening oncology protocols, enhancing care pathways, supporting clinical trials activity with protocol development, and ensuring compliance with NSQHS Accreditation, medication safety and oncology standards. This role also has a strong team-oriented component, working closely with Oncologists, Breast Care Nurses, inpatient wards and broader multidisciplinary teams to support seamless care across the cancer continuum.

Exceptional communication, leadership and clinical capability are essential, along with the ability to influence, problem-solve and guide your team through service development and continuous improvement. If you’re a strategic and operational leader who thrives in a dynamic clinical environment, builds strong relationships and is passionate about delivering exceptional cancer care, we’d love to welcome you. Click ‘Apply Now’ to view the and submit your application.

About us

Burnside Hospital is one of South Australia’s leading private healthcare providers, delivering high-quality services and specialist clinics across our Toorak Gardens and Stepney sites. Each year, thousands of patients choose our hospital for their care, and we are committed to supporting them and their families with exceptional service grounded in empathy, respect and safety. Our values-based approach emphasises safety and wellbeing, continuous learning and professional growth, and we take pride in fostering a positive, inclusive culture where every team member feels supported and valued.

Known for its strong community connection, often described as a “country hospital in the city”, Burnside Hospital is proud of our warm, welcoming environment and longstanding reputation for exceptional care. As a Burnside Hospital employee, you’ll enjoy the benefit of:





- A Healthy Work-Life Balance: We seek to provide you with an exceptional professional and work life, which is why we offer versatile working hours within a supportive environment that value both your professional and personal life.
- Convenience and Safety: Free parking options available at our hospitals, located in the eastern suburbs close to the city.
- Career Development: We offer structured training programs, educational support, and development initiatives to help you build your capabilities and potential for rewarding and long-lasting careers and personal growth. We’re a stable and secure organisation with a reputation for quality service, big enough to provide opportunities while being small enough to know your name so you’ll feel seen and heard.
- Competitive Benefits: Our not-for-profit status allows us to offer salary-sacrificing arrangements where a portion of your income is allocated to pay for approved living expenses, meals, entertainment (up to $18,550), and vehicle novated leasing before your income tax is calculated, meaning you pay less income tax and have more money in your pocket.
- Wellbeing: We ensure our people are well supported through free counselling and physiotherapy assistance, pharmacy and health insurance discounts, free flu vaccinations, and generous leave entitlements.
- Peer Recognition: We value everyone's contributions, and our reward and recognition program is designed to celebrate the people who truly embody our values and make our workplace exceptional.
- Impactful Work: Working at Burnside Hospital means making a difference in the lives of the people we serve. You’ll be part of a team that is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to our patients every day.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory working with children check and pre-employment health assessment.

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About Our Hospital Burnside War Memorial Hospital was established as a living memorial to the men and women of the District who gave their lives in the two World Wars, and all others who served, made possible through the foresight of the City of Burnside and the generous gift of Attunga by Otto Georg von Rieben in 1944. Today, Burnside Hospital remains a private not-for-profit community hospital, offering a range of services and clinics to care for and support the thousands of patients who choose to have their healthcare needs met here each year.

📌 Clinical Manager Oncology Services (Toorak Gardens)
🏢 Burnside War Memorial Hospital
📍 Toorak Gardens