Staff Specialist - Immunology & HIV at St Vincents Health Network Sydney Public Hospital

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

High-Resolution Anoscopy, Patient Care, Clinical Procedures, Communication Skills, Empathy, Team Collaboration, Cultural Safety, Documentation Skills, Professional Development, Quality Improvement, Social Determinants of Health, Trauma Informed Care, Marginalised Communities Awareness, Evidence-Based Practice, Data Integrity, Record-Keeping

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description: Position Title: Staff Specialist - Immunology & HIV Employment Type: Permanent – Part time Hours per week: 0.2 FTE Position Grade: Staff Specialist Salary: As per the award Enterprise Agreement: The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations’ Staff Specialist Agreement 2021 Department Name: HIV & Immunology About us: St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney is a leading not-for-profit organisation providing health services to our community. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, integrity and justice, we promote a culture of diversity and inclusion and empower our people to learn, grow and innovate. Benefits of working at St Vincent’s include: Generous salary packaging and Fitness Passport for eligible staff Opportunity to access a wide of range of clinical and non-clinical education programs Supported post graduate opportunities within applicable fields Career development opportunities across the St Vincent’s Health Australia Network Employee Assistance Program Work/Life balance About the role: The position involves active participation in the Dysplasia and Anal Cancer Services and associated teaching/research activities. The postholder will be expected to contribute to this team through the sensitive and precise provision of High-Resolution Anoscopy (HRA) services, including HRA-directed treatments and onward referral, where appropriate. Promotion of good patient care, including regular audits of activity, and the good reputation of the department and the hospital are expected. Diversity and Inclusion at St Vincent's: St Vincent's is committed to employing a workforce that reflects the community we care for. We strongly encourage applications from people that are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, sexuality or gender diverse and/or living with disability. Employment with St Vincent's is subject to you having current immunity status that complies with the Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases - NSW Health Policy Directive (PD2023_022) or subsequent revisions in force. Appointment and ongoing employment will be subject to continued compliance with this policy directive. Application Instructions: To have your application considered you are required to upload a current CV/Resume as well as a separate cover letter/document addressing the ‘Selection Criteria’ as below. Internal applicants i.e. current employees of St Vincent’s Hospital or an entity of SVHA are required to apply via their Workday account. Selection Criteria: Personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to the Philosophy, Mission and Values of Mary Aikenhead Ministries and St Vincent’s Health Australia. Possess, or be eligible to possess, specialist registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Demonstrated awareness of, and sensitivity to, the needs of marginalised communities, including populations at elevated risk of anal cancer. Ability to deliver trauma informed, culturally safe, and person-centred care, with an understanding of the social determinants of health and barriers to healthcare access. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain clinical information clearly, build rapport with patients, and communicate effectively with colleagues, referrers, and external stakeholders. Skilled in delivering sensitive information with empathy and professionalism. Completion of High Resolution Anoscopy (HRA) training and competency, with demonstrated competency in performing HRA assessments and related clinical procedures. Commitment to maintaining procedural proficiency and adhering to evidence-based practice standards. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to coordinated care planning, shared decision-making, and quality improvement initiatives. Proven capacity to build positive professional relationships and support an inclusive, respectful team culture. Strong clinical documentation skills, including accurate, timely, and comprehensive record-keeping in accordance with legal, ethical, and organisational requirements. Ability to use electronic medical record systems efficiently and maintain high standards of data integrity. Commitment to maintaining ongoing professional development and compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements. For more information, please contact Professor Richard Hillman richard.hillman@svha.org.au For a copy of the position description, please email svhs.smoadmin@svha.org.au This advertisement will close on 05.01.2026 Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen. St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more. 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Responsibilities

The position involves active participation in the Dysplasia and Anal Cancer Services, providing High-Resolution Anoscopy services and contributing to teaching and research activities. The postholder is expected to promote good patient care and maintain the department's reputation through regular audits and quality improvement initiatives.