Radiographer

Casual

Closes: 31 December 2022

Classification: Medical Imaging Level 2
Salary: $65,216 - $89,527 plus superannuation
Position No: C08612, several - 01LYA
Directorate: Canberra Health Services
Advertised (Gazettal date): 23 May 2022
Contact Officer: Sam Wilson on sam.wilson@act.gov.au or (02) 5124 2111

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT)—a catchment of approximately 400,000 people. It also services the surrounding Southern New South Wales region which includes the Bega Valley, Bombala, Cooma-Monaro, Eurobodalla, Goulburn, Mulwaree, Palerang, Queanbeyan, Snowy River, Upper Lachlan Shire and the Yass Valley.

• The Canberra Hospital: a modern 600-bed tertiary hospital providing trauma services and most major medical and surgical sub-specialty services.
• University of Canberra Hospital Specialist Centre for Rehabilitation, Recovery and Research: a dedicated and purpose-built rehabilitation facility, with 140 inpatient beds, 75-day places and additional outpatient services.
• Four Walk-in Centres: which provide free treatment for minor illness and injury.
• Six community health centres: providing a range of general and specialist health services to people of all ages.
• A range of community based health services including Early Childhood Services, Youth and Women’s Health, Dental Health, Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Services.

Overview of the Work Area and Position

The Medical Imaging department of CHS offers radiological services to the people living in the ACT and surrounding region. The service operates 24 hours, seven days a week, offering a wide range of radiology procedures.

The successful applicant will need to perform all aspects of general radiography while observing departmental protocols and radiation protection measures at all times. Participate in the more complex procedures with the approval and supervision of the Senior Health Professional Officer in the area. Participate in weekend, out of hours and on-call rosters.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

Mandatory:

• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent in a Medical Imaging field.

• Registration or eligibility for registration as a Health Professional in radiography or a related Professional Association.

• Hold or be eligible to hold an ACT Radiation Licence

Prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

• Undergo a pre-employment National Police check.

• Be registered or be eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)