Position overview

South West Healthcare (SWH), Warrnambool, Victoria has exciting opportunities for Specialist Medical Oncologists either Full time or VMO/fractional to join our cancer service for commencement in the second half of 2026 or early 2027.

SWH is seeking specialist medical oncologists who thrive in a supportive, collaborative clinical environment. You will be welcomed into a dynamic team working with other VMO and staff specialist colleagues and committed nursing and allied health staff with a diverse range of special interest and expertise, committed to delivering safe, best practice clinical services to patients. 

Our Specialist Oncologists will participate in the provision of high quality, oncology outpatient and inpatient services.  In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the teaching programme for undergraduate medical students via affiliate positions with Deakin University, junior medical staff and physician trainees.  Experience and interest in quality improvement is also highly valued.

Opportunities to advance research interests are also available.

What you bring

The successful applicant will be a registered medical practitioner with AHPRA.

Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) with specialist recognition as a Medical  Oncologist is essential for this position.

A willingness to participate in registrar teaching and demonstrated experience in teaching junior medical staff, medical students and training of nursing staff would be highly valued.

We offer excellent terms and conditions of engagement!

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

Contact about the position:

Dr Miranda Sollychin, Chief Medical Officer, SWH  miranda.sollychin@swh.net.au

Tel  +61355631414

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Friday 10 April 2026.

Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the AMA Victoria - Victorian Public Health Sector - Medical Specialists Enterprise Agreement 2025-2028 with the appropriate classification commensurate with experience

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check
• Current Immunisation status

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.

Note: If you experience any difficulties using this website or require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au