RHD Clinical Haematologist

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• Fixed term: 1 February 2027 to 30 January 2028
• Hours per week: up to 7 hours (two clinics a week)

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 statewide. 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 Clinical Haematology department

Clinical Haematology forms part of the Olivia Newton John Cancer Wellness and Research Centre at Austin Health and provides services for a wide range of benign and malignant haematological conditions in the inpatient, specialist clinics, day treatment and home settings. Apheresis, autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplantation form part of the service in close collaboration with Austin Pathology’s Laboratory Haematology team. A consultative service is also provided throughout Austin Health and extends to Mercy Hospital for Women in Heidelberg, and other regional health service partners.

About the role 

An exciting exists for an enthusiastic clinical haematologist to join the Austin Clinical Haematology team, and contribute to the provision of clinical services, complementing work in a research higher degree at Austin Health. Consultant Clinical Haematologists are expected to provide high level Clinical Haematology services within their approved scope of clinical practice.

• Fixed responsibilities: Two clinics a week – day and time of week, and content of clinic, to be advised
• Applicants unable to work the full 7 hours a week should discuss the role with the Director of Clinical Haematology before applying
• Austin Health reserves the right to offer the role to two successful applicants, at 3.5 hours a week for each applicant, depending on the circumstances of the applicants and the needs of the Department

About you 

To be successful in this role you’ll bring with you:

• Registered Medical Practitioner with AHPRA
• Hold a Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Physicians or equivalent
• Appropriate training and experience applicable to the field of Clinical Haematology
• Commitment to high-quality patient care
• Commitment to teaching, training and research.
• Be enrolled, or intend to enrol, in a research higher degree affiliated with Austin Health Department of Clinical Haematology under the supervision of a clinician-researcher affiliated with the Department

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, for living expenses, meals, and holiday accommodation. 
• A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program. 
• Onsite childcare at Austin Hospital, easy access via public transport and car parking options. 
• Mentoring and career development opportunities. 
• Five weeks annual leave pro rata, plus purchased leave options
• Paid conference leave pro rata

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. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. What matters most is your passion, your drive and your willingness to learn and contribute. 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. Austin Health is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with Child Safe Standards. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager: Andrew Lim, Div Medical Director Medical & Cancer Services at Andrew.LIM@austin.org.au

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

Application instructions:

As part of the process, you will be directed to Austin Health’s Online Credentialing System to complete your application. Please follow the instructions on the Credentialing and Scope of Clinical Practice Application Form to ensure your application is processed through the Austin Health Medical Workforce Unit.

Please note you will be required to attach copies of the following to your online application:

• Cover letter
• Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Undergraduate Qualification Certificate (Medical Degree)
• Fellowship Certificate (Specialist Medical College)
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Current Medical Indemnity Certificate
• Proof of Identification (current passport or Australian drivers’ licence)
• Working with Children’s Check Card (where applicable)

Application closing date: Thursday 15 October 2026