Casual Position - Vascular Access Specialist Team (VAST)

- Casual Role
- Hourly Rate between $42.60 to $54.40 + casual loading

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

About the Role

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the Peter Mac Vascular Access Specialist Team (VAST) on a casual basis to provide cover for team planned and unplanned leave. VAST is a new organisation wide service providing assessment and management of patients with difficult intravenous access using point of care ultrasound (POCUS), Central Venous Access Device (CVAD assessments, and developing a nurse led CVAD insertion service.

You will play a critical role in improving vascular access for oncology patients, providing expertise in provision of Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral Intravenous Cannulation (USG-PIVC) and Central Venous Access Device (CVAD) management. Working closely with medical and nursing teams, you will continue to drive excellence in patient care, education, and support.

Key Responsibilities

- Respond to VAST patient referrals for venous assessment and access




- Provision of peripheral vascular access using point of care ultrasound (POCUS)
- Educate patients, families, and healthcare teams on best practices in vascular access and care.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration skills, fostering a patient-centered environment.

What You Bring

- Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
- Minimum of five years of clinical experience
- Expertise in and credentialled to perform Ultrasound Guided PIVC insertion
- Postgraduate qualification in an area of Specialty or Advanced Practice Nursing (pref.)
- High level of interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and evidence-based practice.

What We Offer You

- Market-competitive salary with salary packaging options.
- Access to professional development opportunities.
- A dynamic, innovative team environment where your contributions are valued.
- Opportunities to lead and shape patient care at a world-class cancer centre.
- Ongoing support and mentorship to develop your leadership and clinical skills.
- We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
- Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay




- Discounted health insurance and eye care
- A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
- Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
- Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
- Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities

Inclusion and belonging

Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.

Hiring Manager: Jenny Marcen, Deputy Director of Nursing-Ambulatory

Contact Number: 0406 486 ***

Email:************@petermac.org

Applications Close 11:59 PM: Tuesday 27 October 2027

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

Peter Mac offers a range of advantages which support our people both personally and professionally.

Our staff advantages include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

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📌 Casual Position - Vascular Access Specialist Team (VAST) (Melbourne)
🏢 Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
📍 Melbourne