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Medical Officer


Company : Australian Red Cross Lifeblood


Location : Sydney, Australia


Created : 2025-07-21


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Add expected salary to your profile for insightsAt Lifeblood, our purpose is simple: to give life.Offering fixed-term part-time & perm part-time opportunities working 30.4 hours per week until 30 June 2026Offering salary $220k - $230k Base + Super + salary packagingNational role can be based out of any one of our National Processing Centres, Donor Centres, + WFHDiscover life-giving possibilitiesLifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it''s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: life giving donations, for life changing outcomes. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.About the roleLifeblood is offering fixed-term part-time and part-time perm opportunites. This role combines office, donor centre, and home-based work. The successful candidate must be available to attend the office and donor centres regularly (each week). This exciting role is responsible for providing medical guidance to optimise donor, recipient and blood component safety, in conjunction with medical specialists within Lifeblood. A portion of the work is provided via a rostered telephone advisory line. Flexible working hours including evenings and weekend shifts will be required following a training period. There will also be the opportunity to participate in research to support medical policy development.The role reports to the Lead Medical Officer and is a part of a national Medical Officer team. The role works closely with medical specialists, nurses and administrative staff and liaises with scientists and other technical staff. Please note this role can be based in any state.Sound interesting? Here''s what we''re looking for:At least 2 years'' clinical experienceCurrent full registration with the Medical Board of AustraliaDemonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate clearly and effectively with all internal and external stakeholdersProven ability to work independently and in diverse cross functional teamsHigh level of competence in use of information technology, including MS Office, and ability to rapidly acquire proficiency in use of Blood Service databases, use of telephony related applications, and utilisation of the Blood Service intranet.Benefits and WellbeingWe place our employee''s well-being at the forefront and express gratitude and care for one another. As an Australian Workplace Equality Index recognised employer and one of Australia''s menopause-friendly organisations, we celebrate diversity and support all our people.In addition to being a part of an organisation that is the heartbeat of the nation, you will have access to the following:Ability to purchase additional annual leaveAccess to salary packaging with an option to package up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment14 weeks paid parental leave - no waiting period for either parentOur dedicated employee assistance program - Sonder that you can access 24/7 from an app on your phonePlus, many more!Is Lifeblood your reason? Apply NOW!We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. You''ll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed. For further details on this position, or if you require adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to Svet Subotic on (emailprotected)Please note: applications sent directly to this email address cannot be acceptedIf you want to know more about our recruitment process or to check out our FAQ''s, please click hereThis vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood''s Talent Acquisition team. We won''t accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occasion.Applications for this role close on Tuesday 22 July 2025How do your skills match this job?How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.We turn life-giving donations into life-changing outcomes. Blood, plasma, platelets, breast milk, and even poo. Donors from across Australia give part of themselves, for the people across Australia who need them. For the mum with breast cancer. The wounded police officer. The six-year-old with leukaemia. Their lives have been our purpose for nearly 100 years.And we keep researching. Improving. Collaborating. Leading the way in this country and around the world. Were building a movement of donors and a workforce of champions. Pursuing life-giving possibilities together and united by one reason: life is the reason.We turn life-giving donations into life-changing outcomes. Blood, plasma, platelets, breast milk, and even poo. Donors from across Australia give part of themselves, for the people across Australia who need them. For the mum with breast cancer. The wounded police officer. The six-year-old with leukaemia. Their lives have been our purpose for nearly 100 years.And we keep researching. Improving. Collaborating. Leading the way in this country and around the world. Were building a movement of donors and a workforce of champions. Pursuing life-giving possibilities together and united by one reason: life is the reason.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr