Specialist Haematologist

Reference Number: 2501

Job Title: Specialist - Haematologist

Employment Type: Permanent Part-Time

Hours per Fortnight: 30

Classification: Year 1 - 9

Location: Graham Street Shepparton

Closing date: 07/04/2026

For a confidentialconversation please contact: Javier Corredor -Clinical Director.

About GV Health:

At Goulburn Valley Health we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance patient experience through improved service access developing partnerships meeting growth in demand implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility.

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About the role:

The position will be working onsite with our friendly team at GV Health offering haematology services for both inpatients and ambulatory care patients including onsite clinics with access to acute medical ward and ICU support. The GV Health haematology service has access to tumour stream MDM in partnership with a metropolitan service and have the opportunity to expand our local clinical trials unit.

The Specialist Haematologist will be required to provide haematology services to both inpatients and ambulatory care patients of GV Health. Responsibilities will include some on call duties ambulatory care responsibilities include services provided at the outpatient clinics and Day Treatment Unit in the Cancer Centre building. The Specialist Haematologist is required to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to take an active part in teaching at undergraduate and post graduate levels as well as ongoing research activities.

Responsibilities and Duties:

The following duties are inclusive of but not limited to:

Clinical -To provide Haematology services at GV Health

These services are to include:

• Provide medical care for new and existing haematology inpatients including consulting ward rounds and on call where required in GV Health;
• Provide haematology care to GV Health outpatients in a clinic and ambulatory care setting;
• Provide haematology procedures such as bone marrow aspirates in the inpatient and outpatient setting when required.

• Ensure that appropriate documentation is maintained including prescribing chemotherapy software and review of investigation results ordered for both in- and outpatients.
• Conduct of clinical trials and related research responsibilities
• Supervise and support junior hospital doctors and registrars in assessment and documentation of admissions and discharges of haematology patients as needed.
• Take direct responsibility for initiation of treatment and ongoing supervision of critically ill medical haematology patients where necessary in association with the Intensive Care team.
• Ensure that medication charts and chemotherapy prescribing software (EPISOFT) are completed in accordance with GV Health policies.
• Work with other medical nursing and allied health staff to ensure support for efficient admission and discharge processes in a timely manner.
• Provide consultative support to the Emergency Department as required.
• Provide consultative support by telephone to surrounding rural / district hospitals when required.
• Participate and / present at Multi-disciplinary Team Meetings Grand Rounds Journal Clubs Clinical Audit meetings and educational activities within the Department.
• Participate in the education of medical staff nursing staff and medical and allied health students.
• Communicate effectively with general practitioners or other referring doctors other health providers or community nurses regarding patient progress and care requirements.
• Provide regular formal and informal feedback on the performance of junior medical staff and registrars.
• Participate in the Quality Assurance and Risk Management programs in place at GV Health through appropriate committees and the RISKMAN program.
• Maintain participation in the CME activities as required by the RACP.
• Maintain a current registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Participate in the activities of the Hume Regional Integrated Cancer Services.
• Conform to the Bylaws Policies and Clinical Practice Guidelines of GV Health and contribute to development and review where appropriate.
• Conform to the Medical Board of Australias Code of Conduct at all times.

Key selection criteria:

Essential:

• FRACP or equivalent by examination in Clinical Haematology
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a specialist Clinical Haematologist
• Excellent clinical skills
• Trained in Good Clinical Practice and other aspects of clinical trial conduct
• Effective communication skills and the ability to engage successfully with patients relatives and colleagues
• Evidence of contribution to teaching education and clinical research activities

Position Description: HERE

If qualifications are a requirement for this position please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under Key Selection Criteria

Why work at GV Health

• Free Community Connector Program to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful community
• Generoussalary packaging subsidisedstaff parking and discounted leisure memberships
• Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
• A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
• Social club membership offering a range of events functions and local community discounts
• Our CREATE Outstanding monthly bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program

GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ who have different abilities or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms and is committed to the safety protection and wellbeing of all children.

Pre-employment screening checks may be required including but not limited to; Working with Childrens Check (WWCC) National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening International and National Police Checks Aged Care Statutory Declaration Visas and valid working rights in Australia immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates or upon request.

GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.

Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.