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Parkville location with multiple public transport options available
Psychologist Grade 2 Year 1 (PK1 $94,478. – PK4 $106,906) + salary packaging + super + excellent professional development opportunities
The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (Peter Mac) is a Victorian public health service and a world‐leading comprehensive cancer centre, dedicated to excellence across clinical care, research and education.
We are home to the largest cancer research enterprise in Australia and provide treatment to around 40,000 people with cancer each year.
Welcoming staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences is integral to fostering innovation and compassion and delivering the best possible cancer care for our patients.
About the team
The Psychosocial Oncology Program provides specialist psychological care and support to people affected by cancer and their families.
Working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary setting, the psychology team partners with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to address the complex psychosocial needs associated with cancer diagnosis, treatment and survivorship.
About the role
This exciting early‐career opportunity is designed for psychologists seeking clinical endorsement through the Psychology Board of Australia Clinical Registrar Program.
As a Clinical Psychologist Registrar, you will provide psychological assessment and evidence‐based interventions to people with cancer and their families while developing specialist skills in psycho‐oncology.
Over the two‐year program, you will have opportunities to work across a range of specialist services including adult inpatient and outpatient consultation‐liaison services, ONTrac (Victorian Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Service), Palliative Care, and Telehealth programs.
Development
A reduced clinical caseload
Four hours of protected reflective practice time per week
Individual and group clinical supervision
Opportunities to engage with consumer lived‐experience programs
Access to funded professional development days
Access to internal and external educational opportunities
Networking and learning opportunities with psychology peers
Support to develop personal wellbeing, resilience and future public health career pathways
Regular day
Providing psychological assessment and evidence-based intervention to patients and families affected by cancer
Participating in multidisciplinary clinical review and care planning
Undertaking risk assessment, triage and psychological consultation activities
Contributing to quality improvement, education and research initiatives within the Psychosocial Oncology Program
About you
You are a compassionate and motivated psychologist who is committed to professional growth and delivering high‐quality patient‐centred care.




You thrive in collaborative healthcare environments and have a strong interest in supporting people experiencing the psychological impacts of cancer.
You'll bring with you
Full registration (or eligibility for full registration) as a Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA)
APAC‐accredited postgraduate qualification (Masters or Doctorate) in Clinical Psychology
Eligibility to enrol in the Clinical Psychology Registrar Program
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
Demonstrated commitment to professional development and evidence‐based practice
Experience or understanding of psychology practice within hospital or public health settings
Interest in psycho‐oncology and supporting people affected by cancer
Experience or interest in working across different age groups including adolescents and young adults
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‐journey facilities for cyclists
Onsite eateries, coffee shops and rooftop garden spaces
Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading and purchased leave options
Structured registrar support including supervision, reflective practice time and professional development leave
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
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.
Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed.
We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet every selection criterion and, where possible, will consider transferable skills and relevant experience.
Key Relationships
Position Reports to:
Direct:
Head of Psychology
Indirect
Director,



Psychosocial Oncology
Internal
Members of the Psychosocial Oncology Program.
Members of the multi‐disciplinary teams: Surgical, Medical & Radiation Oncologists, Palliative care staff, Clinical Nurse Coordinators and broader Nursing Staff, Allied Health Staff, Other Clinical and Administrative Staff.
External
Health professionals working in related fields, General Practitioners, Community Mental Health, University linkages, non‐government organisations
Classification or Salary Range
Category B: Position unlikely to have contact with blood or other body fluid
Key Accountabilities
1. Professional
Commitment to professional development and learning to the registration standard of APHRA
High level of written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills
Communicates in a timely and effective manner to supervisor, Head of Psychology and psychosocial oncology team
Attends and participates in regular supervision and departmental meetings
Engages in and contributes to development of psychology services at Peter Mac
Knowledge of the principles and application of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation and policies
2. Clinical Care
Provides psychological assessment and evidence‐based treatment to individuals, couples, families, and groups
Manages, conducts, and understands risk assessments and triages
Participates in multidisciplinary clinical review programs
Participates as a member several multidisciplinary team, providing psychological consultation and advice to other staff (with support from supervisor)
Maintains appropriate and timely records related to service delivery including contact data and outcome data and measures.
3. Education & Research
Active engagement in all aspects of the Psychology Registrar Program
Contributes to quality and research projects where appropriate
Provides educational presentations as appropriate
Engaging in departmental and hospital professional and development
Participates actively in regular team meetings and strategic planning
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits 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.
The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which our five sites are located throughout Victoria.
We recognise their strength and resilience and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
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📌 Clinical Psychologist Registrar (Melbourne)
🏢 Peter MaCallum Cancer Cente - Peter Mac
📍 Melbourne