At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
 

The Cancer Imaging department provides a full range of diagnostic, therapeutic and interventional procedures for oncology patients. Interventional procedures performed include insertion of CVADs, gastrointestinal/biliary/urology drains and stents, radiological insertion gastrostomy (RIG) and transarterial radio or chemo embolisation’s, selective internal radiation therapy (SIRT) and microwave and cryoablation. Biopsies and drainage are performed under ultrasound, CT and MRI and imaging supports the Parkville precinct haematology service performing bone marrow biopsies for patients. Diagnostic services include general Xray, mammography, ultrasound and CT. Molecular imaging includes PET, nuclear medicine and radionucleotide therapies. Cancer Imaging nurses perform a vital role in provision of procedural care and assessment of the cancer patient at Peter Mac.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated registered nurse with experience in imaging, cath lab, theatre, oncology, or surgical nurse seeking change and willing to expand on their current capabilty. The position offers a large amount of autonomy, the opportunity to learn different skills and to work day shifts Monday to Friday.

We are seeking Full Time or Part Time Registered Nurses with the following skills (or willing to work towards):

• Previous experience in Medical Imaging, Cath Lab, theatre/day surgery or oncology (highly desirable but not essential)
• Preferably a minimum of 2 years recent acute experience
• An interest in procedural based nursing
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to build rapport across disciplines
• A commitment to professional development of self and others
• A demonstrated commitment to providing patient focused care

Cancer Imaging can offer you:

• Comprehensive supportive orientation and education
• Opportunities to grow your career and build on your acute nursing skills
• Work with a supportive team and broader multidisciplinary team
• Monday to Friday roster (no ND)
• Salary packaging
• A real focus on staff wellbeing with our nurses CARE program
• Training and development program and access to our renowned short course program

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Manager: Jenny Marcen
Contact Number: 03 855 96622
Email: Jenny.Marcen@petermac.org

Applications Close: 11.59pm, Sunday 25 June 2023

Renumeration in line with the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterpirse Agreement 2020 - 2024 (Classification Scale: YP2 (Year 1) $67,527.20 - YP9 (Year 8) 95,378.40.

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.