Cardiologist

Job Description :

Specialist cardiology opportunity with focus on pacing and arrhythmia

Contribute to one of Australias most respected tertiary hospitals

Join a high‑performing collaborative cardiac care team

St Vincents has been a trusted leader in Australias health and aged care landscape for over 165 years. Since the Sisters of Charity opened our doors in 1857 we have led with compassion, integrity and clinical excellence, delivering innovative care and shaping the future of medicine in Australia.

Today we’re proud to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced cardiologist with subspecialty expertise in pacing and arrhythmia to join our Cardiology Department in a part‑time capacity.

The Opportunity Consultant Cardiologist Pacemaker Service (0.1 EFT)

St Vincents Hospital Melbourne (Fitzroy)

We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Consultant Cardiologist to join our Pacemaker Service. Working 0.1 EFT this position is ideal for a clinician looking to contribute to a high‑quality electrophysiology service within a major tertiary and teaching hospital.

Role Overview The role alternates weekly between two core areas :

Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory (3.5 hours / fortnight): Focused on pacemaker implantation and device‑related procedures

Arrhythmia Clinic (1 session / fortnight): Consultation, diagnosis and management of patients with complex arrhythmias

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a respected multidisciplinary cardiology team known for its commitment to clinical excellence, innovation and collaborative care.

Classifications for this position will range from HN15 – HN55 ( $113.05 – $147.73 per hour) excluding super.

Key Responsibilities

Perform pacemaker implantation and contribute to a safe and efficient cath lab workflow

Diagnose and manage arrhythmias through specialist outpatient consultations

Engage in multidisciplinary team discussions to enhance patient outcomes

Participate in quality assurance procedural documentation and departmental meetings

Support education and training of junior medical staff and cardiology trainees

About You You are a highly competent and collaborative cardiologist with :

Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in Cardiology

Subspecialty training and experience in pacemaker and device implantation

Current AHPRA registration (or eligibility for registration)

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Demonstrated experience working in a tertiary hospital environment (desirable)

A patient‑first evidence‑based approach to clinical care

Why Join Us At St Vincents Hospital Melbourne you’ll work alongside some of Australias finest clinicians in a supportive academic environment. As part of our cardiology team you will be encouraged to pursue clinical excellence while contributing to research, teaching and continuous quality improvement.

Join a national leader in heart care with access to state‑of‑the‑art cardiac services

Be part of an organisation committed to values of compassion, integrity, justice and excellence

Help shape the future of cardiac electrophysiology in a centre known for innovation and care

Selection Criteria When preparing your application please address the following :

Current registration or eligibility for registration with AHPRA

Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians in Cardiology

Proven expertise in device implantation and arrhythmia management

Demonstrated commitment to high standards of clinical care, safety and patient experience

Strong communication and team collaboration skills

Willingness to participate in education and department activities

Equal Opportunity SVHM values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants.

Pre‑Employment Requirements Employment is conditional upon completion of all pre‑employment checks including relevant immunisations as per SVHM Employee Health Screening and Immunisation Policy. You must also provide a current National Police Check.

How to Apply If this is the role for you please hit the APPLY button now! Your application must include :

Cover Letter

Resume

Have a Question and Want to Know More If you would like to discuss this opportunity please contact Andrew Macisaac, Director of Cardiology Services Clinical Program Specialty Services.

Position Description Position Title :

Cardiologist Pacemaker Service 0.1 EFT

Location :

St Vincents Hospital Melbourne

Department :

Cardiology

Reports to :

Director of Cardiology

Employment Type :

Part‑Time (0.1 EFT)

Position Summary

St Vincents Hospital Melbourne is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Consultant Cardiologist to join our Cardiology Department in a 0.1 EFT capacity. This role includes dedicated clinical responsibilities alternating weekly between pacemaker implantation and the arrhythmia clinic. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of high‑quality patient care, procedural expertise and multidisciplinary collaboration in a tertiary hospital setting.

Qualifications & Experience Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in Cardiology.

Subspecialty training and experience in device implantation.

Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Demonstrated experience in a tertiary hospital setting is desirable.

Skills & Attributes

High‑level clinical expertise in arrhythmia management and pacing therapies.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Commitment to patient‑centred care and clinical excellence.

Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Additional Information Participation in departmental meetings, teaching and quality improvement activities is encouraged. The position may involve supervision of junior medical staff and cardiology trainees.

Reconciliation Action Plan At St Vincents we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

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