Employment Type - Temporary Full Time
Hours per fortnight - 86
Job Category - Medical - Registrar
Req Id - 8455
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Build your career with Victoria’s largest regional health service
- Join a supportive, high-performing team making a real community impact
- Fixed-term full-time role
About the role
The Unaccredited Radiation Oncology Registrar provides high-quality clinical support across outpatient clinics, inpatient care and multidisciplinary coordination. The role includes conducting patient assessments in consultant-led clinics, contributing to radiation therapy treatment planning and ensuring accurate and timely clinical documentation.
You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of oncology inpatients, including reviewing patients, organising investigations, escalating clinical concerns appropriately and supporting safe transitions of care. The role places a strong emphasis on effective communication and collaboration across medical, surgical, nursing and allied health teams to deliver integrated, patient-centred cancer care.
The position offers an exceptional training environment with close consultant supervision, regular teaching and exposure to complex oncological care, providing ideal preparation for those pursuing the RANZCR training program. You will gain broad clinical experience across outpatient and inpatient settings within a multidisciplinary cancer service.
The role is based at the Andrew Love Cancer Centre (ALCC), a leading cancer service within Barwon Health delivering integrated radiation oncology, medical oncology, haematology and supportive care services in a modern, purpose-built facility. The Centre is recognised for its collaborative approach, strong research focus and commitment to safe, high-quality patient care.
You will work within a supportive and collaborative culture, with opportunities to participate in quality improvement, research and service development while contributing to a cohesive, values-driven team environment.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver compassionate, respectful care, providing patients with clear, timely information and actively involving them in treatment decisions.
- Develop, document, and communicate radiation oncology management plans effectively with consultants and clinical teams.
- Participate in tumour streams and multidisciplinary clinics to optimise treatment planning and patient outcomes.
- Respond promptly to oncology-related emergencies, including assessment of acute presentations in the Emergency Department as required.
- Supervise and support HMOs, contribute to teaching of junior doctors and medical students, and participate in departmental and statewide Radiation Oncology registrar education programs.
- Engage in research activities and support continuous professional development aligned with Radiation Oncology training requirements
What we’re looking for
- Medical Qualifications & Registration: MBBS (or equivalent) from an accredited institution with current (or eligible) general registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
- Postgraduate Experience: Minimum PGY2 with satisfactory completion of prevocational training.
- Clinical Knowledge & Skills: Sound understanding of general medical and oncological principles, including assessment and management of acutely unwell patients.
- Clinical Assessment & Escalation: Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive assessments, develop management plans, and escalate care appropriately.
- Relevant Experience: Experience in oncology, palliative care, internal medicine, emergency medicine, or surgery is desirable but not essential
Position Description
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
Barwon Health staff benefits
- Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Extensive professional development opportunities
- Attractive salary packaging benefits
- Living expenses capped at $9,010
- Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here
Diversity and inclusion
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards
Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at
[email protected]
All appointments are subject to:
- Satisfactory Police Record Check
- Immunisation Status Clearance
- Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
Contact person: Dr Madhavi Chilkuri
Application closing date: 14th June 2026
Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.
