Job Requisition ID: 8576
Legal Entity: Monash Health
Location:
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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Employment Type: Part Time Fixed Term
Posting Date: 14 Jul 2026
Monash Health exists to reimagine care, so that people can live their best lives.
We provide safe and equitable care, for every stage of life, delivered with world-leading expertise and over 175 years of experience.
As a leading academic health service, we're committed to providing tomorrow's care today by integrating research, teaching and training into everyday practice.
Our team of 24,000 people are full hearted, open minded and all in. Together, we provide more than 250 integrated services for every stage of life at over 50 locations and in the community across south-east Melbourne, Victoria, serving 1.2 million residents in the South Metro Local Health Service Network.
To see first-hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos monashhealth.org/careers.
Help shape the future of healthcare at Monash Health and embark on a rewarding career where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives.
About the Department / Program
The Monash Health Familial Cancer Centre provides Genetic Counselling, assessment and in some cases genetic testing for individuals and families who have been diagnosed with cancer or have a family history of cancer. We are located in McCulloch House at Monash Health in Clayton and have clinics at Morrabbin, Clayton and Berwick.
About the Role
Join our team as an Intake Assitant on a part time (2 days per week, 30.2 hours a fortnight), fixed term (31st March 2027 with the possibility of extension to work at McCulloch House based at Monash Health, Clayton. In this role, you will be guided under the leadership of the Senior Genetic Counsellor/Unit Manager and working with the broader Familial Cancer Centre team.
Days will be negotiated based on the successful applicants current university commitments.
About You
To be successful in this healthcare role, you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience, and attributes:
Process new referrals for the FCC for individuals referred to the centre
Liaise and work with Genetic Counsellors and other FCC team members to complete intake process
Assist in intake process service development as required
Participate in education activities as required
Other tasks as deemed necessary by Director or Unit Manager
Essential: Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, to exercise judgment, show initiative and maintain confidentiality in performance of tasks
Essential: Computer skills – competence in Microsoft office
Desirable: Previous experience in a Genetics Service, Familial Cancer Centre or Telephone Work
Mandatory requirements of the role - qualifications, licences, memberships,
Must be enrolled in the First Year of a Masters of Genetic Counselling Course
Must hold a current Working with Children's Check
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Courtney Smyth, Senior Genetic Counsellor/Unit Manager on 9594-2009
Position Description can be found here
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 28 July, 2026
