Clinical Trial Coordinator (Radiation Oncology)

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• Make an impact supporting patients, their families and carers 

• Heidelberg location, with multiple public transport options available to Austin Hospital 

• Part time opportunity, with flexible working hours 

• Base salary + generous salary packaging + super 

Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the north-east of Melbourne and state-wide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives. 

About the Department of Radiation Oncology 

The Radiation Oncology department is committed to promoting the highest levels of radiation therapy treatment and oncology care for our patients. In realising this goal, the department will lead and excel in research, teaching and the use of person-centred evidence-based practice. Austin Health operates two radiation oncology centres in Victoria; one at the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness and Research Centre (ONJCWRC) in Heidelberg and the other, Ballarat Austin Radiation Oncology Centre (BAROC), in the Ballarat Regional Integrated Cancer Centre (BRICC). 

About the role 

As the Clinical Trial Co-ordinator, you will work collaboratively with a supportive team of professionals, who are passionate about providing best practice care for patients. Staff undertake professional development activities, are involved in research and liaise and consult with a wide range of specialists and associates to ensure the care offered is world-class. You’ll enjoy our continuing education and quality improvement strategy, which is developed through leadership forums and committees. 

You’ll join a friendly and supportive team who genuinely enjoy their work and the contribution they make. 

A regular day will see you: 

• Coordinate and /or perform all procedures and investigations required for protocol treatment of patients involved in Clinical Trials and ensure optimal clinical management of eligible, consenting trial patients under the supervision of the Principal Investigator according to study protocol criteria. 

• Facilitate a coordinated approach to conduct of clinical trials by working with other team members across ONJ and BAROC 

• Participate in research committees and meetings 

• Collaborate with multiple teams across the division 

About you 

You will be someone who has excellent communication and organisational skills and a strong commitment to excellence in patient care and research. You’ll bring energy and drive to you work and have a keen interest in developing your skillset. 

You’ll further have: 

• A tertiary qualification in Nursing, Radiation Sciences, Science, Allied Health, Psychology and/or related discipline qualification and clinical trial coordination experience 

• A sound understanding of information technology, data entry experience and familiarity with Microsoft Office. 

• Excellent organisation, time-management skills, attention to detail and autonomy. 

• The desire to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team 

• Flexibility to work varying shifts 

Our benefits 

Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day.  Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including: 

• Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging 

• A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounts on fitness memberships and health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program 

• Mentoring and career development opportunities 

• Onsite childcare, easy access via public transport, car parking and end of journey facilities for cyclists 

Work with us! 

We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People.  We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures.  

If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date. 

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or have questions about this opportunity, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager – Kathy Ioakimidis kathy.ioakimidis@austin.org.au 

Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details. 

Application closing date: 31 December 2024