Hunter New England Local Health District
Reference number
REQ641054
Occupation
Nuclear Medical Technologist
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Tamworth & North West NSW
Salary Information
$ $
Closing date
08 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Looking for a role where advanced technology meets meaningful patient care?
Remuneration: $79,087.06 – $108,944.16 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nuclear Med Technologist Level 2
Requisition ID: REQ641054
Applications Close: Sunday 8th March 2026
About the Role
As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will be rostered at Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital, working across a diverse range of departmental responsibilities. This includes:
* PET imaging
* General Nuclear Medicine
* Hotlab duties
You'll contribute to a service that supports a broad regional population, using state-of-the-art imaging technology to assist in accurate diagnosis and patient management.
What You'll Be Part Of
* A team known for its positive, supportive work culture
* Strong emphasis on communication, collaboration, and patient-first care
* A department that values professional development and continuous learning
You'll benefit from:
* A structured training and orientation program
* Ongoing mentorship from experienced senior staff
* Opportunities to expand skills across PET, Nuclear Medicine, and Hotlab functions
Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of regional living - shorter commutes, strong community feel, and access to beautiful natural surroundings - while working in a modern, well-equipped referral hospital.
About You
We're seeking someone who:
Is comfortable working both independently and within a team
Demonstrates excellent communication skills
Has strong attention to detail
Brings a positive work ethic
Is enthusiastic and eager to learn
Requirements:
* Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science - Nuclear Medicine or equivalent qualifications recognised by AHPRA and current registration or be eligible for registration with AHPRA.
* Hold or be eligible to hold a current EPA radiation license (S14, IA16 or IA16D.).\
* Participation in the general and on call roster to provide an adequate service to the hospital.
What we offer
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
* Proximity to shopping and other services
* ADO's each month (for full time employees)
* Salary packaging options
* Fitness Passport
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
* Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional Information:
* To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
* An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
* This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
* We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
How to apply:
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.
* Please describe an example of how you have contributed to quality improvement in your workplace. What was the situation, what actions did you take, and what was the outcome?
* Can you provide an example of a time when you had to solve a problem while managing competing priorities? How did you assess the situation, what decisions did you make, and what was the result?
* Describe a situation where you worked as part of a team to achieve a goal or address a challenge. What role did you play, and how did your contribution support the team's success?
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Information for Applicants:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.