Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Launceston General Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 21 April, 2024 11:55 PM

Sunday 21 April, 2024 11:55 PM AEST

Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 3

$106,966 to $123,013 pro rata, per annum

Casual

North

LGH Charles Street, Launceston

Seeking a Specialist Radiographer (Medical Imaging Practitioner) to join the LGH Radiology Department, who has has an annual turnover of over 70,000 examinations and is staffed 24/7 with shifts and on call. We have a great team with access to ongoing professional development in the department.

Living in Tasmania you can expect the world’s cleanest air, sweeping nature and parks; rugged, mountainous scenery outside your window, and proximity to the freshest local produce you’ve ever tasted.

Here in Launceston we have a regional population just above 77,000. Our city has an incredible sense of community and natural beauty. The spectacular Launceston Gorge provides an amazing backdrop to the city and along with a growing portfolio of recreational and artistic developments creates opportunities for full weekends. Have a Tassie adventure and immerse yourself in the ancient land and cultures of the Palawa people.

Launceston General Hospital (LGH) is committed to all people needing our service and building on our core CARE principles. LGH is a 300 bed Regional Hospital teaching hospital situated in North of Tasmania, with a strong focus on education and specialist care. With a growing number of new Consultants to the region the opportunity to be a part of a new wave of healthcare in Launceston awaits. The population catchment for the Launceston General Hospital of approximately 250 000, extends from the Northwest to the east coast of Tasmania. The LGH is unique it the level of tertiary specialist medical services it has for a regional hospital, as such we see a wide range of presentations and complex medical imaging cases.

The role:

• Perform basic and advanced radiographic imaging examinations with a primary focus on Magnetic Resonance imaging (MRI).

The Specialist Radiographer (Medical Imaging Practitioner) is responsible for performing basic and advanced diagnostic imaging in MRI and associated administrative tasks. As the Specialist education and training of junior staff will be required.

The MRI suite performs approximately 15-20 scans per day, mostly of complex inpatient and emergency presentations. On call and weekend work is available.

• The role would be a valuable addendum to extending the scope of MRI scanning for the radiographer usually working in a private setting.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

The LGH Radiology Team:

• The LGH Radiology Department has an annual turnover of over 70,000 examinations and is staffed 24/7 with shifts and on call.
• We have a great team with access to ongoing professional development in the department.
• The challenges and opportunities in health and community care in Tasmania are like no other in Australia, many opportunities exist for health professionals who want to be part of making a difference.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of Appointment

Fixed term, casual, shift-worker position working as and when required, commencing at your earliest availability for a period of 12 months.

*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant

• Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Salary: $106,966 to $123,013 pro rata, per annum. Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

• Salary range is in accordance withAllied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

• Registered with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia.

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

Post graduate study in advanced medical imaging or other relevant major.

Professional development in areas relevant to the role.

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

• Conviction checks in the following areas:
• crimes of violence
• sex related offences
• serious drug offences
• crimes involving dishonesty
• Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

How to Apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

Please note:

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

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