Staff Specialist – Radiation Oncologist *******)
Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care – Hospitals Nth
Northern Cancer Services
Applications must be submitted by Friday 28 February, *******:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Medical Practitioners Agreement ****, Specialist Medical Practitioner Level 1-11
Employment type:
Full Time
Region:
North West
Location:
North West Regional Hospital
Provide quality specialist and subspecialty medical services to cancer services within the limits of specified clinical privileges.
Radiation Oncologist – Full-Time Position
The Tasmanian Health Service is seeking a highly skilled and dedicatedRadiation Oncologistto join the Northern Cancer Service team.
Based at theNorth-West Cancer Centrein Burnie, within the North-West Regional Hospital, this full-time position offers the opportunity to provide specialist oncology care within a multidisciplinary team.
As part of ateam of five Radiation Oncologists, including two based onsite in Burnie (one existing and this position to be filled), you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality oncology services to the North-West community.
About the Northern Cancer Service:
The North-West Cancer Centre is an integral part of theNorthern Cancer Service, a comprehensive and integrated cancer care provider offering state-of-the-artmedical oncology,radiation oncology, andhaematology services.
Serving a population of approximately 250,000 people across Northern Tasmania, the Northern Cancer Service operates across three sites, with radiation oncology offered at two of these locations.
Your Role:
As aRadiation Oncologist, your primary responsibility will be to provide exceptional specialist and subspecialty care to oncology patients, ensuring high-quality treatment within the limits of your clinical privileges.
You will be responsible for public hospital outpatients, utilizing cutting-edge technologies and techniques, including SBRT (commencing ****), DIBH, IMRT, VMAT and 4DCT.




Launceston also provides statewideBrachytherapyservices, and you will collaborate with teams across sites to enhance patient care.
The Team:
This is an exceptional prospect to join an inspiring and forward-thinking team, working closely with a supportive and knowledgeable executive team.
The Northern Cancer Service prides itself on a strong culture ofcollegiality,collaboration, andinnovation, fostering an environment of integrity and compassion.
You can expect to work in an atmosphere of high cooperation across specialties, both within the Northern Cancer Service and across the hospitals.
Ourclinical trials and research unit, based in Launceston, runs a range of phase 2 and 3 trials, and a rigorousMDT (Multidisciplinary Team)meeting program enhances collaborative patient care.
The Northern Cancer Service is an accredited training facility as part of theVictranet Registrar training network.
While the radiation oncology advanced trainee is based at theW.P.
Holman Clinicin Launceston, Radiation Oncologists at theNorth-West Cancer Centreactively participate in the registrar's education program.
In addition, the position in Burnie will be supported by aCareer Medical Officer, currently being recruited to assist consultants.
The department at the North-West Cancer Centre is equipped with newly installed, state-of-the-art technology, includingtwo Linear Accelerators, and acontemporary planning system.
Why Tasmania?
Tasmania offers a unique blend of professional and personal fulfillment.
With pristine wilderness, award-winning culinary experiences, and a vibrant cultural scene, living in Tasmania provides an extraordinary quality of life.




Whether it's exploring the great outdoors or enjoying local dining and events, Tasmania is the ideal place to pursue a tranquil, yet enriching lifestyle.
Details of Appointment:
Position:Permanent, full-time, working 76 hours per fortnight, with daytime work only (no on-call duties).
Start Date:As soon as possible.
*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in the radiation oncology speciality
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists relevant to the applicant's radiation oncology speciality
Current Driver's Licence
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre?
employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer.
The following checks are to be conducted:
Conviction checks in the following areas:
Crimes of violence
sex related offences
serious drug offences
crimes involving dishonesty
serious traffic offences
Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
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📌 Staff Specialist – Radiation Oncologist (526563) (Burnie)
🏢 Department of Health, Tasmania
📍 Burnie