Job Description:

• Specialist cardiology opportunity with focus on pacing and arrhythmia
• Contribute to one of Australia’s most respected tertiary hospitals
• Join a high-performing, collaborative cardiac care team

Better and fairer care. Always.

St Vincent’s has been a trusted leader in Australia’s 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 Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (Fitzroy)

We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Consultant Cardiologist to join our Pacemaker Service at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne. 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.

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): Involving 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.

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 Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne, you’ll work alongside some of Australia’s 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

At St Vincent’s, we believe in better

We are committed to building a fairer, more inclusive health system—one where every person receives the care and respect they deserve. This includes our patients, their families, and our people.

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.

Equal Opportunity

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

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 on +61 3 9288 4439.

Respectfully, no recruitment agencies.

Position Description

Position Title: Cardiologist, Pacemaker Service – 0.1 EFT

Location: St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne

Department: Cardiology

Reports to: Director of Cardiology

Employment Type: Part-Time (0.1 EFT)

Position Summary

St Vincent’s 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory (3.5 hours/fortnight):

  - Perform pacemaker implantations and related electrophysiological procedures.

  - Collaborate with cath lab staff to ensure safe and efficient procedural workflow.

  - Maintain procedural documentation and contribute to quality assurance initiatives.

• Arrhythmia Clinic (1 session/fortnight):

  - Diagnose and manage patients with complex cardiac arrhythmias.

  - Provide expert consultation on electrophysiological investigations and treatment plans.

  - Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and patient education.

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.

Closing Date:

30 August 2025 11:59pm

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 [email protected]

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