Melbourne, Australia

Outstanding candidates are encouraged to apply for positions now open at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre – a place where our normal days are extraordinary; as are the people we care for.

Peter Mac is one of a handful of integrated cancer research, education and treatment centres in the world. Each day our team strives to provide the very best in cancer care, even better treatments and potential cancer cures for all people affected by cancer.

Globally, we are facing one of the most pivotal times in the pursuit of cancer cures, and Peter Mac stands at its forefront. Together, we aim to lead a new era of cancer prevention, care and discovery, supported by state-of-the-art facilities at our new home within the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre building.

Your role in our future.

About Day Therapy

Peter Mac's Day Therapy Unit is comprised of five patient care areas:

• Chemotherapy Day Unit


• Medical Day Unit


• Transfusion Lounge


• Apheresis


• Clinical Trials Unit

You will have the opportunity to rotate between the Day Therapy sub specialities based on your skills and professional development plan.

You will be supported by the broader day therapy team including your preceptor as well as the nurse manager and clinical nurse specialists. The unit is open Monday to Friday 0800-1900, with varied shift times and NO night shift. 

About You

• A nursing background in an acute oncology care setting with recent experience in chemotherapy administration, cannulation and CVAD care desirable however willing to train and develop outstanding applicants. 


• A commitment to professional development of self and others and demonstrated commitment to providing patient focused care following the care continuum are essential


• Outstanding clinical and communication skills are essential to this role with an eagerness to learn


• A team player - Team work is central to the daily running of our unit. Each day our team strives to provide the very best in cancer care, even better treatments and potential cancer cures for all people affected by cancer.

Why You Will Love It Here!

• Comprehensive orientation and clinical support plus a dedicated preceptor


• Working with a supportive and inclusive day therapy team


• Support your work life balance with day shifts and no weekend work


• Salary Packaging


• Employee assistance program (EAP)


• Our Nurse CARE program


• Professional career development, advice and support


• Central city location, in a purpose build world class facility

Access to our renowned short course program and post graduate study

For further information about this opportunity, please review the position description or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Peter Mac requires its staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please contact us if you would like to discuss this requirement.

Why work for Peter Mac:

• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.


• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.


• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.