Director, Radiation Oncology (BAROC)

Austin Health; Melbourne; Vor Ort; AUD 350.000 - 520.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Relocation support

Accommodation support

CME leave entitlements

Zusammenfassung

Austin Health is seeking an experienced Radiation Oncologist to lead BAROC as Director, driving strategic growth, clinical excellence and innovation across Ballarat and metropolitan Victoria. You will shape service delivery, foster multidisciplinary care, and advance research and teaching while ensuring high-quality patient outcomes.

The role includes governance oversight, workforce development, and external partnerships to position BAROC at the forefront of integrated cancer care.

Qualifikationen

• Fellowship of RANZCR with current AHPRA specialist registration (NSQAC).
• Extensive Radiation Oncology experience with leadership capability.

Aufgaben

• Shaping strategic direction and future growth of Radiation Oncology services at BAROC.
• Leading a culture of clinical excellence, patient safety and innovation.
• Driving multidisciplinary collaboration with healthcare partners and stakeholders.
• Championing research, teaching and workforce development.
• Overseeing governance, performance and operational delivery of the service.
• Representing the service as a senior medical leader to influence policy.

Kenntnisse

Senior leadership

Strategic direction

Research & education

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Ausbildung

RANZCR Fellowship

AHPRA specialist registration

Jobbeschreibung

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• Lead one of regional Victoria's leading Radiation Oncology services, advancing excellence in patient care, research and education.
• Exceptional senior leadership opportunity, combined with the unique benefits of living and working in Ballarat
• Full-time permanent opportunity, offering an attractive remuneration package

Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the north-east of Melbourne and statewide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives.

About the Radiation Oncology Department & Medical & Cancer Services Division

The Medical and Cancer Services Division is one of six divisions within the Chief Operations Officer Directorate of Austin Health. The Division’s clinical services operate across all three Austin Health campuses and Grampians Health Services within the Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Centre and comprise a complex range of national, state-wide organisational wide and specialty clinical services.

Austin Health Radiation Oncology operates across two leading centres – the Olivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness Centre (Heidelberg) and the Ballarat Austin Radiation Oncology Centre (BAROC) in partnership with Grampians Health.

The service delivers high-quality, multidisciplinary care with a strong focus on patient-centred outcomes, innovation, and research. Supported by a team of over 170 staff, both sites are equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including MRI simulation and MR Linac capability, and continue to expand with significant investment in advanced treatment systems.

With a strong commitment on continuous improvement, research, and professional development, Austin Radiation Oncology is at the forefront of delivering contemporary, evidence-based cancer care across metropolitan and regional Victoria.

What we can offer you

At Austin Health, you'll find more than just a career. You'll have the opportunity to lead meaningful change, advance cancer care and contribute to a health service recognised for excellence in patient care, research and education. Combined with an outstanding regional lifestyle, this senior leadership opportunity is supported by a competitive remuneration package, professional development opportunities and relocation assistance, including:

• Relocation and accommodation support available to help you transition into the role.
• Comprehensive remuneration package, including Rural and Regional Allowances and above-award benefits.
• Attractive salary packaging options designed to enhance your overall financial benefits.
• CME and conference leave entitlements (as per EBA) to support your ongoing professional development and academic interests.
• The chance to combine a rewarding leadership career with the lifestyle advantages of regional Victoria while shaping the future of cancer care.

About the role

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Radiation Oncologist to provide strategic, clinical and professional leadership across BAROC. As Director, you will shape the future direction of the service, ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient-centred care while driving innovation, research, teaching and workforce development.

Working collaboratively across Austin Health and with external clinical partners, you will foster multidisciplinary models of care, champion clinical excellence and lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance outcomes for patients and communities. With overall accountability for the performance, governance and strategic success of the service, you will play a pivotal role in positioning BAROC at the forefront of integrated cancer care and contemporary Radiation Oncology practice.

Key responsibilities include:

• Shaping strategic direction and future growth of Radiation Oncology services at BAROC.
• Leading a culture of excellence in clinical care, patient safety, quality improvement and innovation.
• Driving multidisciplinary collaboration and build strong relationships across healthcare partners and stakeholders.
• Championing research, teaching and workforce development to advance clinical practice and support the next generation of healthcare professionals.
• Overseeing clinical governance, service performance and operational effectiveness to deliver exceptional patient and organisational outcomes.
• Representing the service as a senior medical leader, influencing policy, service development and the future of integrated cancer care.

About you

To be successful in this role, you'll bring with you:

• Fellowship of RANZCR with current AHPRA specialist registration and recognised specialist qualifications (NSQAC).
• Extensive experience in Radiation Oncology, with a strong understanding of contemporary service delivery models, combined with a passion for delivering exceptional patient outcomes and advancing cancer care.
• Demonstrated senior leadership experience with the ability to provide strategic direction, lead multidisciplinary teams and drive service excellence.
• A commitment to innovation, quality improvement and clinical governance, supported by experience in service development and contemporary Radiation Oncology practice.
• An active contributor to research, education, training and professional development, with a desire to support and mentor future healthcare professionals.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with clinicians, staff, health services and external partners.
• A forward-thinking approach to shaping the future of cancer services through evidence-based practice, innovation and integrated models of care.

Work with us!

We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working with Children Check. Austin Health is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with Child Safe Standards.If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager: Emma Wadeson, Acting Divisional Director Medical & Cancer Services, at [e-mail]