Careers

Join one of Australia’s leading comprehensive cancer centres and help shape the future of specialist cancer care.

Why Chris O’Brien Lifehouse?
Located in Camperdown, with excellent access to public transport, Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is a For-Purpose, world-class cancer hospital integrating treatment, research, education, and emotional support under one roof. With 149 inpatient beds, 11 operating theatres, 18 ICU-level beds, day therapy and radiotherapy services, we offer advanced technologies in a purpose-built facility designed to support patients and staff alike.

The Opportunity

You are a highly organised and professionally minded Medico-Legal Officer able to provide expert support across medico-legal matters within our hospital setting. You will coordinate, review and document clinical information for legal and statutory processes, liaise with internal stakeholders, and help ensure our services meet high standards of accuracy, privacy, and timeliness.  Key attributes:

• Work at the intersection of clinical care and medico-legal integrity.
• Make a meaningful impact by ensuring patient information is handled responsibly.
• Join a team with clear governance and a strong focus on quality.

What We Offer

• Increase your take home pay with optional salary packaging options through Smart $15,900 tax free
• Optional Meal and entertainment card $2,600 tax free
• Subsidised gym membership through Fitness Passport (for you and your family)
• A values-led, inclusive workplace where diversity is respected and supported

About You
You’re a professional who enjoys working with sensitive information and takes pride in accuracy, confidentiality, and clear documentation. You have a strong eye for detail and the ability to translate clinical information into well-structured, practical medico-legal documentation.

Essential Requirements

• Experience in clinical documentation, medical records, or a legal-adjacent/hospital-based medico-legal environment.
• Strong written communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
• High-level discretion and a solid understanding of confidentiality and information governance.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver within required deadlines

A Workplace That Welcomes Everyone
At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. We value the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our team and actively support, staff from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ communities, Indigenous staff, people living with disabilities,  and people of all ages and faiths.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you meet the criteria and share our mission, values and commitment to compassionate, expert cancer care, we encourage you to apply.