Who are we?
The Department of Health is an innovative and dynamic organisation dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our community. We are committed to providing the highest levels of healthcare and services.
Who are we looking for?
Applications are invited from Radiation Therapists in Training interested in being considered for fixed-term full time, part-time or casual employment periods up to 12 months within The Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, or the North West Regional Hospital.
Employment of Radiation Therapists in Training generally is during the period encompassing completion of pre-entry tertiary program requirements until their qualification is conferred and essential requirements for employment as an RT Level 1-2 are met.
You will be required to carry out the planning and treatment of patients with X-rays, electrons or radiation from sealed sources as prescribed by a Radiation Oncologist. Associated duties including patient care, general and technical administration.
This Register will remain open to applicants at all times until 30 June 2026 and will be reviewed on a regular basis. Please note that the Register will not preclude other positions being advertised if warranted.
To see if there are any current vacancies visit
Do you have?
* Current Registration
* Sound interpersonal and communication skills
* Knowledge of continuous quality improvement
* Ability to undertake client education
Please note:
some roles may require you to hold current Tasmanian Working With Vulnerable People Registration.
Salary Details
$77,642 pro rata per annum + 11% superannuation
Essential Requirements
* Currently enrolled in the final year of a pre-entry tertiary program accredited by the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia and hold student registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia
* 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: a) Crimes of Violence, b) Sex Related Offences, c) Serious Drug Offences, d) Crimes involving dishonesty,
* Identification check
* Disciplinary action in previous employment check.
Please note that some roles may require you to hold current Tasmanian Working With Vulnerable People Registration.
Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide and Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.
* Generic Radiation Therapist in Training HPA (May 2024) WWVP - WWCR
Applicant Guide
* Department of Health - Applicant Guide June
* Department of Health - Applicant Guide June
How to apply
Online applications are preferred, please click the blue Apply Now button.
Applicants should provide a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
Contacts
Further information on the area you wish to register an interest in may be obtained by contacting the relevant person listed below:
Royal Hobart Hospital: Bronwyn Hilder on or email
Launceston General Hospital: Natalie Kidd on or email
North West Regional Hospital: David Gration on or email