Clinical Nurse / Medical Practice Assistant – Skin Cancer Clinic
Are you a Registered Nurse, Enrolled Nurse or experienced Medical Practice Assistant looking for a regular part-time opportunity in a professional and supportive medical environment?
We are seeking a reliable, organised and patient-focused individual to join a well-established skin cancer clinic in Port Macquarie.
This is a casual position offering consistent weekly hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
The role requires a minimum commitment of two days per week (Wednesday and Thursday), with regular, set hours.
There is also the potential opportunity to work an additional day each week.
The role will suit someone who enjoys working in a clinical environment, is confident supporting doctors with patient care and minor surgical procedures, and takes pride in maintaining high standards of clinical practice and infection control.
You'll be joining a professional and supportive team where patient care, clear processes and working collaboratively are important.
What You'll Be Doing
Working closely with our doctors and wider practice team, you'll play an important role in ensuring the smooth running of daily clinical operations.
Your responsibilities will include:
Preparing treatment and consulting rooms for daily appointments and procedures
Assisting with minor and more complex surgical procedures, maintaining sterile technique
Providing nursing care and supporting patients before, during and after procedures
Preparing and administering local anaesthetic and medications within your qualifications, training and scope of practice
Preparing and maintaining clinical equipment, including ultrasonic cleaners and autoclaves
Cleaning, sterilising and repacking surgical instruments in accordance with infection control procedures




Maintaining accurate sterilisation records and ensuring clinical equipment is ready for use
Completing patient notes, clinical documentation and pathology forms using Best Practice software
Preparing and handling pathology specimens
Monitoring stock levels and ensuring treatment rooms are clean, organised and adequately stocked
Following infection control, workplace health and safety and practice policies
Communicating effectively with our doctors, patients and other members of the practice team
Supporting the day-to-day clinical operations of the practice
What We're Looking For
We are open to hearing from candidates with different levels of clinical experience, provided they have the right approach to patient care and a genuine interest in working in a skin cancer clinic.
You will ideally have:
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) or Enrolled Nurse (Division 2), OR relevant experience as a Medical Practice Assistant
Previous experience in general practice, primary healthcare, skin cancer, dermatology or procedural nursing
Skin cancer or surgical/procedural nursing experience will be highly regarded
Confidence assisting doctors with minor surgical procedures and clinical treatments
A sound understanding of infection control, sterilisation and clinical safety procedures
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
The ability to follow clinical instructions and work within your qualifications and scope of practice




A caring and empathetic approach to patient care
A reliable, conscientious and professional approach to work
Confidence using computers and maintaining accurate clinical documentation
Availability to work every Wednesday and Thursday, 8.00am – 5.00pm
For Medical Practice Assistant applicants, previous experience in a medical or clinical setting, particularly with procedural assistance, instrument sterilisation or treatment room preparation, will be advantageous.
Why You'll Like This Role
Regular and predictable weekly shifts
Consistent Wednesday and Thursday hours
Potential opportunity to work an additional day each week
Competitive casual hourly rate, commensurate with experience and qualifications
A supportive and professional team setting
The opportunity to develop your skills in skin cancer and procedural care
Exposure to a variety of clinical procedures and treatments
Ongoing learning and professional development
A workplace where quality patient care and teamwork are valued
The Right Fit
You'll thrive in this role if you are someone who takes pride in your clinical work, enjoys being hands-on and understands the importance of providing patients with a professional, safe and caring experience.
You'll need to be organised, proactive and comfortable working alongside our doctors in a busy clinical environment.
Attention to detail is particularly important when preparing for procedures, maintaining sterile equipment and ensuring accurate patient documentation.
Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is dependable, conscientious and genuinely enjoys being part of a team.
Whether you're an experienced Registered Nurse, Enrolled Nurse or Medical Practice Assistant with relevant clinical experience, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Clinical Nurse / Medical Practice Assistant – Skin Cancer Clinic (Port Macquarie)
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