Specialist Physician - Medical Oncology

Sante Recruitment; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

South West Healthcare (SWH) in Warrnambool, Victoria, invites a Specialist Medical Oncologist to join its cancer service on a flexible basis and commence late 2026 or early 2027. The role covers outpatient and inpatient oncology, multidisciplinary care, treatment planning and delivery of evidence-based systemic therapies, with opportunities for teaching and regional service development.

You will work with a dynamic team, contribute to education with Deakin University links, and help advance

Qualifications

• Current registration with AHPRA.
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP).
• Specialist recognition as a Medical Oncologist.
• Strong clinical skills and commitment to evidence-based oncology practice.
• Excellent communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.
• Commitment to patient-centred care and teaching.
• Willingness to participate in registrar teaching and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide oncology outpatient and inpatient services.
• Lead multidisciplinary cancer care and treatment planning.
• Deliver evidence-based systemic cancer therapies.
• Contribute to regional oncology service development.
• Participate in teaching and education for students and trainees.
• Engage in clinical research and quality improvement.

Skills

AHPRA registration

RACP fellowship

Medical Oncologist

Clinical excellence

Communication

Patient-centred care

Teaching interest

Education

Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP)

Current registration with AHPRA

Job description

Specialist Medical Oncologist South West Healthcare (SWH) | Warrnambool, Victoria

Full-Time, Fractional or VMO | Commencing Second Half 2026 or Early 2027

The Opportunity Sante Recruitment is seeking Specialist Medical Oncologists to join the cancer service at South West Healthcare (SWH), Warrnambool, with opportunities available on a full-time, fractional or VMO basis.

Commencement is available from the second half of 2026 or early 2027

This is an excellent opportunity for a Medical Oncologist who is looking to join a supportive, collaborative and progressive regional cancer service, while enjoying the exceptional coastal lifestyle of Warrnambool and Victoria's Great South Coast.

You will join a dynamic multidisciplinary team comprising medical oncologists, committed nursing staff and allied health professionals with a broad range of clinical interests and expertise.

The service is focused on delivering safe, evidence-based and patient-centred oncology care to the South West Victorian community.

The Role

• Oncology outpatient services
• Oncology inpatient services
• Multidisciplinary cancer care
• Clinical assessment and treatment planning
• Evidence-based systemic cancer therapies
• Regional cancer service development

There is also an opportunity to contribute to the continued development of oncology services across the region.

SWH is particularly interested in specialists who can contribute to the ongoing development of a regional oncology model across the South West Local Health Service Network.

Teaching & Education

SWH has strong links with Deakin University and provides an excellent environment for specialists with an interest in medical education.

You Will Have Opportunities To Contribute To

• Undergraduate medical student teaching
• Physician trainee education
• Registrar teaching
• Junior medical staff supervision
• Nursing education and training

Previous experience in teaching medical students, junior doctors and nursing staff will be highly regarded.

Research & Clinical Trials

The position also provides an excellent opportunity to develop or continue research and clinical trials interests.

There Are Opportunities To

• Participate in clinical research
• Develop clinical trial activity
• Contribute to quality improvement projects
• Support the expansion of regional oncology services
• Help establish and develop public outpatient oncology clinics

This is an exciting opportunity for a Medical Oncologist who wants to have a genuine influence on the future development of cancer services across South West Victoria.

What You Bring

• Current registration with AHPRA
• Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP)
• Specialist recognition as a Medical Oncologist
• Strong clinical skills and commitment to evidence-based oncology practice
• Excellent communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills
• Commitment to patient-centred care
• An interest in teaching and medical education

A willingness to participate in registrar teaching and demonstrated experience teaching junior medical staff, medical students and nursing staff will be highly regarded.

Terms & Conditions

SWH offers excellent terms and conditions of engagement, with flexible options available depending on the successful applicant's preferences and clinical availability.

Full-time, fractional and VMO arrangements can be considered.

The position can be tailored to suit specialists seeking either a substantive regional appointment or a more flexible engagement.

About South West Healthcare

South West Healthcare (SWH) is the largest health service in South West Victoria and provides a comprehensive range of services across the region.

Services Include

• Acute health
• Mental health
• Rehabilitation
• Aged care
• Primary health
• Community health
• Specialist medical services

SWH is also the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, providing an important regional leadership role and supporting healthcare delivery across the broader South West Victorian community.

The Organisation Is Committed To Its Core Values Of

• Care
• Respect
• Excellence
• Integrity
• Leadership

These values underpin SWH's commitment to providing high-quality healthcare to the local community.

Warrnambool – Live & Work on the Great South Coast

Warrnambool is the major regional centre of Victoria's Great South Coast, with a population of approximately 39,000 and a broader regional catchment of around 100,000 people.

The city offers an outstanding lifestyle for doctors and their families, combining the facilities of a major regional centre with a relaxed coastal environment.

Enjoy

• Beautiful beaches and coastline
• Surfing, swimming and fishing
• Excellent schools and family amenities
• Vibrant cafés and restaurants
• Local food and wine
• Arts and cultural events
• Sporting facilities
• Great Ocean Road access
• Port Fairy and surrounding coastal towns
• Excellent outdoor and recreational activities

Warrnambool provides the opportunity to build a rewarding medical career while enjoying a genuine coastal lifestyle away from the pressures of metropolitan living.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Specialist Medical Oncologist position
• Full-time, fractional or VMO options
• Commencement late 2026 or early 2027
• Supportive multidisciplinary cancer service
• Regional oncology service development opportunities
• Teaching opportunities with Deakin University
• Physician trainee and junior doctor teaching
• Research and clinical trials opportunities
• Quality improvement involvement
• Opportunity to influence regional cancer services
• Excellent terms and conditions
• Outstanding coastal lifestyle in Warrnambool

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Specialist Medical Oncologist to join South West Healthcare and contribute to the continued development of regional cancer services across South West Victoria.

Whether you are seeking a full-time specialist career, fractional appointment or VMO engagement, this role offers excellent professional opportunities combined with an exceptional regional coastal lifestyle.

International Medical Oncologists with comparable specialist qualifications may also enquire regarding eligibility for AHPRA and RACP specialist registration pathways.