Chief Radiographer

Chief Radiographer - South East Regional Hospital - Bega

Welcome to Southern NSW Local Health District. This is a permanent full-time position based in Bega, NSW.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Radiographer Level 5 Grade 2

Remuneration: $161,664.34 per annum

Hours Per Week: 35

Requisition ID: REQ603787

Applications Close: 14 September 2025

Interview Details: Scheduled within 10 days of closing

About The Service

Join Our Bega Team as a Radiographer – Capturing Images That Save Lives.

Are you skilled in medical imaging and passionate about delivering accurate, timely diagnostics? In a rural setting, no two days are the same. You will enjoy a broad scope of practice, work autonomously, and be a vital part of a small, dedicated team providing essential services where they're needed most. Bring your skills to where they're truly valued. Make a difference—every image, every day.

What You'll Be Doing

The Manager provides a quality, sustainable diagnostic imaging service by actively participating in the multidisciplinary delivery of person-focused services to the patients, clients and clinicians of Southern NSW LHD.

Selection Criteria

• Current Authority to Practice as a Medical Radiation Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with NSW EPA licence to use radiation (IA14).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to interact with and engage a wide range of people.
• Ability to build and manage a team, including optimising workflows and monitoring service provision with minimal direction. Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or senior management experience. Experience in human resource management, recruitment and professional development of staff.
• Experience developing and optimising a range of clinical services, including protocols and new services.
• Evidence of ongoing personal CPD, and development and implementation of programs to supervise and develop other staff at a range of different skill levels.
• Experience applying legislation and regulations to medical imaging, experience developing policies and procedures for medical imaging, and experience in the accreditation of imaging services.
• Experience in strategic management of imaging services, including finances, succession planning, service development, and accreditation, to ensure long-term sustainability.
• Current unrestricted driver's licence and the ability to drive/travel as required.

Information for Applicants

Southern NSW Local Health District is committed to closing the gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The Stepping Up website supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants through the NSW Health recruitment process. The site provides guidance, resources, and tools to help applicants confidently apply for roles and build meaningful careers in health.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015 prior to offer. All new employees must comply with the policy requirements.

Southern NSW Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment and upholding the NSW Health Child Safe Standards. All staff are expected to prioritise the safety and well-being of children and young people.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ people, and others who bring diverse experiences. For accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. Contact for confidential support.

To be eligible for permanent employment, you must be an Australian Citizen, a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. For more information, see

• Position Description – Click here for more information
• Applying for this position – Find out more about the application process

For role-related queries, contact Alex Dow on or email

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