Position Description
Advanced Trainee
Department of Medical Oncology
Calvary Mater Newcastle
Fixed-Term Full-Time
- 2 x Fixed-Term Full Time positions (Medical Training Program 2026)
- Salary Classification: Registrar Year 1-4
- Remuneration: $55.97 - $70.19 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging options designed to reduce your taxable income
The role is accredited for Core Training with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians
About the Role
As a Medical Oncology Advanced Trainee at the Calvary Mater Newcastle, you are a member of one of the largest Oncology units in New South Wales. This role will support exemplary patient care, with a focus on outpatient Medical Oncology services, safe chemotherapy prescribing and acute Oncology.
The unit has a robust education program comprising:
- Weekly Medical Oncology Journal Club
- Weekly Friday Oncology Grand Rounds
- Weekly Medical Oncology Research meetings (Trials)
- Monthly Patient Clinical Care Review
- There are 11 regular MDTs with the expectation to be present in those pertaining to their consultants
- Dedicated one-hour weekly teaching by consultants as well as dedicated RACP research project meetings
There is extra training support with funding to attend National and International Oncology conferences. The unit has a track record in research with trainees expected to be involved in multiple projects through our close collaboration with the University of Newcastle and the Hunter Medical Research Institute.
What You Bring
- Qualifications: MBBS or equivalent, currently registered or eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia. Completion of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians written and clinical examinations and the requirements of PREP Basic Training or equivalent (completed or working towards)
- Clinical: Basic clinical experience as a medical officer. The Trainee is expected to pursue excellence in patient care and has overriding responsibility to serve the health care needs of the community served by the Department of Medical Oncology, predominantly focused on outpatient care
- Interest and/or experience in research studies and teaching. Advanced Trainees will be required to coordinate and conduct some ongoing clinical trials
- Demonstrated ability to work independently within a supervised complex clinical environment, utilizing excellent clinical skills, judgement and expertise
Contact Dr Janine Lombard, A/Director of Medical Oncology, at to learn more about the Advanced Trainee profile and team opportunities.
Why Join Us
Calvary Mater Newcastle (CMN) is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current NSW Health employees can request transfer of various leave entitlements on commencement. Working at CMN provides a range of benefits:
- Gender Neutral parental leave
- Superannuation contributions
- ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
- Novated leasing available for eligible employees
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Generous Salary packaging options to reduce taxable income
How to Apply
- Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts. You will be asked to:
- Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
- Attach a current resume
- Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria
- Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)
Please note: You will be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description. As part of the application process, pre-employment checks may include reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks, and a health evaluation. Evidence of immunisation may be required for your role.
Seniority level
- Internship
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Health Care Provider
- Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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