Radiographer/Medical Imaging Technologist (Grade 1), Surgical and Critical Care
* Enhance your career with the largest regional healthcare service in Victoria with a purpose
* Enjoy a role that will be varied, challenging and rewarding alongside a highly committed team of clinicians and project managers
* Ongoing training and professional development in a supported work environment
* Utilise latest high-quality equipment including Digital X-ray machines, 3rd generation Dual Energy CT, Spectral CT, new 3.0T MRI and Hybrid Angio CT Interventional Suite
* Enjoy work life balance in our stunning region just minutes away from the Bellarine Peninsula and the Great Ocean road
* Temporary full-time opportunity (Parental leave relief) ADOs, 5 weeks leave(pro-rata) & great salary packaging benefits
About the role
As the Grade 1 Radiographer/MIT you will provide support to the Grade 2 Radiographer / MIT and their colleagues in the provision of the medical imaging service 24/7 across all Barwon Medical Imaging sites.
About Barwon Medical Imaging department
Join a growing department with exciting opportunities for professional career growth through specialist modality training, senior leadership experience and a broad range of interesting and challenging medical imaging examinations. Barwon Medical Imaging provides a 24/7 comprehensive range of diagnostic imaging services at the University Hospital Geelong, Barwon Health North, The Mckellar Centre, and Colac Area Health. Examinations include adult and paediatric emergency department patients, trauma/resus/stroke, inpatient and outpatient imaging. Our services are provided utilising Digital X-ray, OPG, 3rd generation Dual Energy and Spectral CT scanners, MRI, Ultrasound, Fluoroscopy, Angiography (Including a new Hybrid Angio CT Interventional suite), newly installed Mammography machine, and Nuclear Medicine. These services are performed by a team of highly skilled and dedicated radiographers, sonographers, nuclear medicine technologists, radiologists, nurses and support staff who ensure that all patients have access to quality safe medical imaging services.
Key responsibilities
* Undertake Grade 1 Radiographer/MIT duties including being available for reasonable overtime, and working shifts that do not attract the night shift or on-call allowance as part of the 24/7 ‘ABC roster'
* Independently operate diagnostic imaging equipment X-ray, Mobile X-ray, Theatre Image Intensifier, and Fluoroscopic screening. Independently utilise information communication systems including RIS/PACS.
* Produce high quality medical images using valid request forms following the principles of ALARA.
* Correct identification of patients using 4 step model consisting of: (i) verification of patient information, (ii) matching information against request form, (iii) timeout, (iv) post procedure confirmation of an acceptable image including correct positioning and presentation (side markers, orientation).
* Escalating faults or issues with X-ray and mobile X-ray units to the Grade 3 or 4 X-ray supervisor, Chief Radiographer.
* Works with other medical imaging staff including medical imaging students.
* Undergo training within other medical imaging modalities such as CT, MRI, Digital Subtraction Angiography or Mammography as they become more experienced in the medical imaging field.
* Provide high quality safe care to consumers and implement the Barwon Health values in daily duties.
What we're looking for
* Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Medical Radiation Practitioner
* Hold a valid Victorian Government, Department of Health Radiation ‘Use License' to operate medical imaging equipment
* Tertiary qualification recognised by the Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (ASMIRT)
* Ability to work independently, triaging imaging examinations and maintaining throughput of medical imaging exams.
* Producing high quality medical imaging in a safe manner adhering to ALARA.
* Demonstrate a broad range of knowledge, experience and competency in all routine, trauma and paediatric medical imaging examinations including X-ray, mobile X-ray, theatre image intensifier, fluoroscopy.
Position Description
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
Barwon Health staff benefits
* Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
* A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
* Extensive professional development opportunities
* Attractive salary packaging benefits
* Living expenses capped at $9,010
* Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here
Diversity and inclusion
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards
Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at ************@barwonhealth.org.au
All appointments are subject to:
* Satisfactory Police Record Check
* Immunisation Status Clearance
* Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.