New Graduate Radiation Therapist

540317 - New Graduate Radiation Therapist

Department of Radiation Oncology

Calvary Mater Newcastle

Temporary Full Time (12 months)

• Temporary Full-Time
• Salary Classification: Radiation Therapist Level 2 Yr 1
• Remuneration: $41.64 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options + RDOs

The New Graduate Radiation Therapist will have the opportunity to provide high quality, safe, patient-centred clinical radiation therapy planning and treatment delivery services; while maintaining the highest standards of patient care and continually enhancing the quality of service and patient experience.

Calvary Mater Newcastle's Department of Radiation Oncology is NSW's largest regional specialist Radiation Therapy Centre. The department is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of Radiation Oncologists, Radiation Therapists, Radiation Oncology Medical Physicists, Nursing, Allied Health, Clerical and Domestic services personnel, who work together to ensure patients receive the best possible care and treatment.

• Is thoroughly conversant with and competent in the use and application of simulation, planning and treatment equipment and procedures.
• Is competent in the use of the ARIA patient management computer system.
• Keep up-to-date with current techniques, technology and trends in Radiation Oncology.
• Explain all procedures that will occur to patients, their family and carers.

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• Holds Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy), AHPRA registration and EPA licence necessary to practice Radiation Therapy in NSW.
• Demonstrated basic experience in all aspects of radiation therapy.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated good time and task management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service, patient safety and quality improvement.
• Commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of Calvary and the ability and desire to uphold these principles.

For further information please contact Janine Downie, Chief Radiation Therapist. Email: Janine.Downie@calvarymater.org.au and phone: 02 4014 3626.

CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits:

• Fitness Passport.
• Gender Neutral parental leave
• Annual Leave Loading at 17.5%
• Superannuation contributions at 12%
• 9 day fortnight (for full-time employees in Radiation Oncology)
• Novated leasing available for eligible employees
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Generous Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay

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• Click 'Apply for Job' and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:
• Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
• Attach a current resume.
• Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.
• Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)

Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed; however you'll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check and WWCC checks to ensure suitability for the role.
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.