Radiation Therapist

Deliver safe, patient-focused radiation therapy with precision, care, and innovation

Remuneration: $76,045 – $104,754 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Radiation Therapist Level 1/2
Hours Per Week: 35
Requisition ID: REQ552871
Applications Close: Wednesday 5th March 2025

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• ADO's each month (for full time employees)
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
   

 
About the role:

This role will see you provide safe, efficient, patient-centred radiation therapy services, including all aspects of simulation, planning, and treatment delivery.

You will:

• Deliver quality radiotherapy care while monitoring patients’ mental and physical well-being, referring them to healthcare professionals as needed
• Ensure safe and efficient treatment delivery with accurate record-keeping in line with departmental standards
• Stay up to date with best practices and evolving departmental policies
• Actively contribute to quality assurance programs, research, and quality improvement initiatives
• Assist senior staff with student supervision and training
• Implement risk management strategies to maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors
  
  

Full orientation will be provided upon commencement, and we encourage you to engage in ongoing professional development and educational activities.

Where you’ll be working:

Tamworth is a modern, progressive city set in a picturesque backdrop of tree covered mountains. Renowned for its diversity and experiences, Tamworth proves that a rural lifestyle can be complimented by a thriving city experience. Make life-long friends and embrace the incredible lifestyle that Tamworth has to offer!

You will be joining our skilled team of radiation therapists, working in collaboration with our medical physics team, radiation nursing team and radiation oncologists. We are proud to promote a harmonious and supportive work environment.

About You:

We are looking for a passionate professional with experience in planning, treatment, and CT simulation. You will be a team player, who is genuinely keen to join our small team! This role is perfect for someone who is looking to be an active participant in our projects, and who wants to develop and grow.

Requirements:

• Registered as a Radiation Therapist with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (MRPBA) as regulated by the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Holds or eligible to hold a NSW Radiation licence as issued by the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) regulatory body.

Additional Information:

• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 
• Job share / part time arrangements will be considered.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   

Need more information?

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For role related queries or questions contact Ali Judge on Ali.Judge@health.nsw.gov.au