Employment Type
Permanent Full Time; 38 hours per week
Position Classification
Medical Physics Specialist / Senior Medical Physics Specialist
Remuneration
$122,988 to $242,964 per annum + Superannuation
Location
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
About The Role
You will be working at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH). It is one of the nation's most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history of serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.
This position is responsible for ensuring the safe and optimal use of ionising and non-ionising (laser) radiation in both clinical practice and scientific research at RPAH. The role oversees and monitors the hospital's radiation protection program, ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and codes of practice governing ionising and non-ionising (laser) radiation use. It also provides expert advice on radiation safety to staff, patients, and the public, and prepares radiation dose estimates to support clinical procedures and research studies.
For more information, please view the Position Description.
Ideal Candidate
* Holds a degree in a relevant area of physical science (preferably at MSc level).
* Holds or is eligible to hold a NSW EPA radiation licence.
* Experience in operational radiation protection in medical or health physics.
* Possess a sound knowledge and understanding of the principles associated with the use of ionising and non-ionising (laser) radiation in clinical practice.
* Experience in applying radiation control legislation and relevant codes of safe practice.
Benefits
* Allocated Day Off (ADO) each month, paid parental leave and annual leave loading.
* Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing.
* Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
* Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.
* Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/.
Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
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