About the role
A unique opportunity exists to join a highly skilled, small team of Nuclear Medicine Technologists within a rural cancer centre and radiation oncology department. The PET clinical service currently provides FDG PET imaging, with PSMA scanning scheduled to commence in July 2026.
This role is well suited to someone who thrives in a fast‐paced environment and demonstrates strong problem‐solving skills, adaptability, and initiative. It offers a rewarding opportunity to improve access to PET‐CT services for rural patients who previously needed to travel significant distances for imaging.
A typical day begins with quality control checks of the hot lab and PET scanner, followed by a patient safety huddle to prepare for the day. Responsibilities include explaining procedures to patients, obtaining relevant clinical histories for the off‐site reporting physician, administering radiopharmaceuticals, and performing PET scans using a Biograph MCT. The technologist will also be responsible for image reconstruction and review in consultation with the reporting physician, as well as ordering doses and preparing imaging requirements for subsequent sessions.
The technologist works closely with fellow Nuclear Medicine Technologists, nursing and administrative staff, and collaborates with the Deputy Chief Radiation Therapist and the broader Radiation Oncology team within the Western Cancer Centre Dubbo.
The role requires delivering safe, high‐quality healthcare through strong clinical skills, sound judgement, and adherence to best‐practice standards. The technologist will actively identify, assess, and manage clinical risks while contributing to a culture of safety and continuous quality improvement. Participation in service development through audits, quality initiatives, and improvement projects is expected.
This position also offers strong professional development opportunities, including involvement in research, clinical trials, and cross‐disciplinary learning. Ongoing support is provided for career growth through quality improvement activities, research participation, abstract development, and conference attendance, within a service committed to innovation, safety, and excellence in patient care.
Additional information for applicants
* All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
* This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
* Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre‐employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
* Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian.
* Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
* NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.
Role‐related enquiries
Please contact Catherine Osborne on 02 6809 6299 or 0407 386 769, or at catherine.osborne1@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
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