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 

Grade 2 Clinical Psychologist 

Casual Roles Available – up to 76 Hours per Fortnight

We are seeking Grade 2 Clinical Psychologists to join our team on a casual basis.  This role offers the opportunity to work flexibly within the field of psychosocial oncology in a dynamic supportive clinical environment.  The position reports directly to the psychology Manager with clinical oversight /supervision provided by senior clinical psychologists.     

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Conduct triage, assessment, and provide psychological support to cancer patients

• Work with both outpatient and inpatient settings in patient-centred care

• Join a leading cancer hospital with orientation, support, and learning opportunities

• Ideal for motivated applicants who value flexibility and contributing to psycho-oncology care

Successful candidates will possess: 

•    An APAC approved postgraduate qualification to Masters or Doctorate level in Clinical Psychology 

•    Full registration with the Psychologists Board of Australia •    Endorsement / or working towards endorsement in Clinical Psychology area of practice 

•    Clinical experience in working in a hospital setting 

•    Good communication and interpersonal skills 

•    Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment 

•    The role is on a casual basis and work availability will be dependent on service demand.  

Remuneration as per Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025.  Psychologist Grade 2: Year 1 (PK1): $94,478.80 – Grade 2: Year 4 (PK4): $106,906.80 (full-time equivalent - to be prorated for casual hours) dependent on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager.

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: Dr Claire Groves 

Contact Number: 03 855 95265 

Email: [email protected] 

Applications Close: 11:59PM Tuesday 03 March 2026

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

 

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

 

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.