At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality clinical care and supervise junior medical staff in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Western Health, a leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s diverse West.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, scholarships, and wellbeing programs.
- Other info: Join a supportive culture focused on continuous learning and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in patient care and community wellbeing initiatives.
- Qualifications: Relevant clinical experience and ability to collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team.
The role of the Haematologist is to provide high-quality clinical care to the patients attending Western Health services, to supervise and train medical staff throughout their career pathway, support Western Health strategic priorities and to perform clinical research. This position is seeking a haematologist who will work in outpatient clinics and complete ward service and have an interest in supporting strategic development of cancer services.
Key responsibilities:
- Assume responsibility for quality patient care in accordance with the care model of the ward/unit, ensuring that clinical procedures are performed in accordance with Western Health policy and procedure.
- Accurately reflect the patient’s treatment plan, requirements, outcomes or events within prescribed documentation to support ongoing care, communication and to ensure that all legal requirements are met in regards to legibility of content and identity of reporter in accordance with Western Health policies and procedures.
- Ensure awareness of clinical experience and proficiency of junior medical staff delegated to deliver care and provide supervision for and be accountable for the care delivered.
Credentials for the position:
- Relevant clinical experience and clinical competence required for level of position.
- Experience in the support and supervision of Junior Medical Staff.
- Demonstrated ability to practice collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team.
- Effective organisational skills, with respect to time management and delegation.
Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions. More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.
We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.
We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.
Why join us?
- Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
- Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.
- Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
- Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.
- Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
- Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.
- Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable). Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees. Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
Applications close Monday 2 November 2026 at 11.59pm.
Haematologist in Melbourne employer: Western Health Australia
Western Health Australia offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth, particularly in paediatric care through its Hospital in the Home program. Employees benefit from competitive salaries, salary packaging, and a focus on enhancing employee experience through innovative HR initiatives. The organization is committed to providing high-quality healthcare services while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
