Head of Cancer Services and Consultant Oncologist

Lead the Future of Cancer Care at Limestone Coast

Are you ready to shape exceptional, patient-centred cancer services in a vibrant regional health network? Mount Gambier and Districts Health Service invites a visionary Head of Cancer Services and Consultant Oncologist to lead, innovate and inspire across Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN).

Your Role :

You’ll drive the development and delivery of sustainable, integrated cancer care models, ensuring the highest clinical standards and fostering a culture of teamwork, teaching, and continuous improvement. Lead a multidisciplinary team, influence health service strategy, and champion research and education initiatives that directly impact patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities :

Provide clinical leadership and expert oncology care

Oversee service quality, policy compliance, and patient safety

Collaborate across medical, allied health, and community sectors

Mentor and support junior staff and trainees

Drive continuous service improvement and research participation

What We’re Looking For :

Bachelor of Medicine; Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS or equivalent), with appropriate Specialist Qualifications and registerable with the Medical Board of Australia as Medical Practitioner with Specialist registration

Proven leadership in cancer services and clinical excellence

Commitment to multidisciplinary teamwork and quality care

Experience in teaching, research, and service innovation

Integrity, adaptability, and strong communication skills

Join a supportive network committed to growth, self-sufficiency, and compassionate care. Make a meaningful difference in a thriving regional community.

Why Join Us?

• Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year Click here more information
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

The Region

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the southeastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia’s best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.

Your lifestyle

• Relaxed and affordable lifestyle
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
• Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities
• Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
• Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences
• Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities : Melbourne and Adelaide

Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au / workatLCLHN

Applicant Information

• Total Indicative Remuneration (TIRP) includes award salary, professional development, A&R Allowance, Superannuation, Private Practice Arrangements (if applicable).

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease : Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref :  907841

Enquiries

LCLHN Medical Liaison Officer

Phone :  8721 1286

E-mail :  Health.LCLHNMLO@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

23 July 2025, 11 : 55PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.

Attachments

907841 MD02 Consultant Oncologist and Head of Cancer Services Role Description.pdf