- Offering fixed-term part-time & perm part-time opportunities working (22.8 & 30.4 hours per week until 30 June 2026)
- Offering salary $220k - $230k Base + Super + salary packaging
- National role can be based out of any one of our National Processing Centres, Donor Centres, + WFH
Discover life-giving possibilities
Lifeblood 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 role
We are offering a fixed-term part -time opportunity (30.4 hours per week) and a part-time permanent opportunity (22.8 hours per week). 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:
- Medical degree
- At least 2 years’ clinical experience
- Current full registration with the Medical Board of Australia
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate clearly and effectively with all internal and external stakeholders
- Proven ability to work independently and in diverse cross functional teams
- High 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 Wellbeing
We 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 leave
- Access to salary packaging with an option to package up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment
- 14 weeks paid parental leave - no waiting period for either parent
- Our dedicated employee assistance program - Sonder that you can access 24/7 from an app on your phone
- Plus, 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 ssubotic@redcrossblood.org.au
Please note: applications sent directly to this email address cannot be accepted
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This 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 2025