Radiographer / Sonographer - Incentives Offered

• The ultrasound section of the Tamworth Hospital Medical Imaging department is a very active area with up to four other sonographers on duty.
• The equipment used is all modern and well equipped and the hospital building only nine years old.
• All sonographers spend part of their week performing radiography as part of injury management.
• The entire imaging department is friendly, sociable and quality focussed. The Imaging department consists of 30 radiographers, 10 nurses and 10 administration staff.
• Outside of work, our team enjoys a variety of activities such as horse riding, bike riding, netball, basketball and many other sports.

About Tamworth:
Imagine a place where nature's excellence meets modern charm, where sports, art, culture, and good food thrive, and where families can create treasured memories. Welcome to Tamworth! This vibrant city, home to 60,000 people, is nestled in the midst of magnificent mountains and lush greenery. It's a place where you can trade the hustle and bustle of the big city for a life of peace and tranquillity without losing modern amenities. With six daily flights, Tamworth is conveniently accessible from both Sydney and Brisbane. So, why not take the leap and enjoy the best of both worlds?

About the role:

• For a full time employee, each sonographer will scan for 8 to 9 days a fortnight and spend the remainder providing radiography services.
• On call duty is shared between all sonographers and includes weekends currently provided on a call back basis.
• The examination type is very wide and always interesting, a close relationship with the Emergency Department will be experienced.
• All sonographers are expected to take part in training of student sonographers.
• Existing staff will provide support and required training, In house education and course attendance is provided wherever appropriate.

About you:

• You must be a team player, patient focussed, willing to improve your skills and educate others.
• We will provide upskilling and education for the right candidate for any areas where their skills are incomplete.

Requirements:

• Degree in Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography) or equivalent. Eligible for registration with Australian Health Professionals Registration Authority (AHPRA), hold/ current NSW EPA Radiation licence and ASAR accreditation.
• Post graduate qualification in Medical Sonography and registration with the Australian Sonographers Accreditation Registry (ASAR).
• Participate in the Rosters, overtime and on-call duties as required by the site, and which may change from time to time.

Benefits:

• Annual rural incentives on top of your salary (see below for more information)
• Four weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees)
• Superannuation contributions 11%
• Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Rural Workforce Incentive Scheme:
This vacancy is eligible for an Attraction and Relocation package that includes the following*:  

• Attraction incentive paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance of up to $10,000 for the first 12-months 
• Retention incentive of up to $10,000 thereafter annually 
• PLUS 3 months accommodation assistance (e.g. reimbursement of rent payments or payments for commercial accommodation) 

*All payments and reimbursements made to part time employees will be on a pro-rata basis.  

Attraction incentives will be paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance on top of your base salary + 11% superannuation. 

Other forms of payment/package options (where you are eligible) need to be negotiated with the Convenor and may include**:    

• Additional annual professional development days (up to 5 more per year) 
• Additional personal leave (up to 5 more per year) 
• Computer/internet reimbursement (e.g. laptop, wi-fi costs) 
• Return airfare to and from your work base (or equivalent motor vehicle allowance) so you can still visit family and friends 

**The total value of your incentive package would remain the same. Employees are responsible for seeking independent financial advice before accepting an Attraction and Retention Incentive package as part of their offer.   

Transferring of incentive packages will depend on the location, position, and time served by the health worker in their current position. Eligibility to transfer existing incentive packages will be determined and approved by the health organisation. Health workers who are receiving incentive packages and are changing or moving positions should discuss the impacts with their manager or local Workforce Rural Health Incentive Team via HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au to discuss your eligibility prior to applying if you are already receiving an incentive package. 


Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• This position is full time; however, part time arrangements will be considered.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.