SA Health
Job reference: 937272
Location: 5006 - NORTH ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

• Women's and Children's Health Network, Paediatric Haematology/Oncology, North Adelaide 5006
• Salary - MDP2, $99,707.00 to $158,523.00 + 12% Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full Time (1.0 FTE)

As per the SMOEA 2025, the total term of employment with SA Health will be 3 years.  Rotations following the initial 12-months allocation as Advanced Trainee/Fellow Paediatric Oncology will be determined in line with your training and SA Health's requirements. This may include transfer to other SA Health locations to perform work appropriate to classification, skills and capabilities.

About WCHN
Join the Women's and Children's Health Network (WCHN), South Australia's leading provider of care for women, babies, children and young people. We're shaping the future of healthcare through compassion, innovation and excellence — with our communities at the heart of everything we do.

What WCHN Can Offer You

• Access to salary packaging benefits of up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (e.g. mortgage, rent, utilities, groceries), plus an additional $2,650 each FBT year for meal entertainment expenses.
• Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia.)
• Free public transport to and from the Women's and Children's Hospital for SA Health metropolitan hospital staff (excludes network community sites).
• Support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility. Click here for details and contact the enquires person for further information.

About the role

The Advanced Trainee/Fellow in Paediatric Haematology/Oncology contributes to the provision of specialist inpatient and outpatient clinical services within WCHN under Consultant supervision. The role includes participation in after-hours and on-call duties, delivery of high-quality patient care, and active involvement in teaching, research, and clinical governance activities. The position supports advanced specialist training toward consultant-level practice.

Key duties of the role

• Provide inpatient and outpatient care for paediatric haematology/oncology patients in consultation with supervising Consultants and nursing staff.
• Participate in outpatient treatment clinics and coordinate ongoing patient assessment, management and follow-up.
• Contribute to after-hours and on-call service provision for the Haematology/Oncology Unit.
• Perform and interpret investigations and procedures under appropriate supervision, ensuring accurate clinical documentation.
• Participate in BTAG meetings, clinical review committees, mortality review, teaching, research and quality assurance activities.

Skills and Experience

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) with General Registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
• Completion of RACP Basic Paediatric Training and progression to Advanced Trainee status.
• Sound clinical skills in paediatrics appropriate to level of training, including acute care and procedural competence.
• Strong communication, teamwork and decision-making skills in high-pressure environments.
• Commitment to patient-centred care, professional development and continuous quality improvement.

Enquiries can be directed to

Dr Ben Saxon - Medical Unit Head Haematology / Oncology, Phone: 816173127 or E-mail: Ben.Saxon@sa.gov.au

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To learn more about this role — including key selection criteria, special conditions and minimum requirements — please refer to the attached role description and the document checklists below:

• MDP2 - Advanced Trainee Haematology and Oncology - 937272.pdf
• Immunisation Requirements Checklist
• Applicant Documents Checklist

If you would like further information on applying and winning this role, go to our SA Health Careers Site for the Australian Applicant Guide or if you are an international applicant, check out the International Application Guide.

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.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Closing Date: Friday 3 July 2026 - 11:55pm

Applications close: 03/07/2026 11:55 PM

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