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
- 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 setting 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?

- 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,

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