Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Overview

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Hours per fortnight: 80

Job Category: Other Professionals - Nuclear Medicine

Req Id: 4216

• Join a collaborative team supporting the delivery of Nuclear Medicine, Radiopharmacy and PET services across a 24/7 roster.
• Be part of a team who are focused on providing the highest quality patient-centred care
• Enjoy a role that will be varied, challenging and rewarding
• Permanent Full Time (80 hours per fortnight) with access to ADOs, 5 weeks annual leave and salary packaging

About Barwon Health

Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. Barwon Health serves more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.

About The Facility

Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong's CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac. The Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT Department at the University Hospital Geelong undertakes a diverse range of procedures and studies within a public and private health setting. The PET/CT facility is a custom built department that is serviced by a Siemens mCT system. Our Nuclear Medicine facility comprises a GE Discovery 670 and a GE 870 DR. Our technologist staff undertake diagnostic CT. The Department has a fully equipped Radiopharmacy Laboratory which undertakes reconstitution of radiopharmaceuticals, dispensing of patient doses and all relevant quality control mechanisms. Further studies such as blood labels and other cold laboratory duties are also undertaken. Our laboratory in PET/CT undertakes Gallium PSMA and DOTA manufacture within a Hot Cell. The Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT Department is located within the Medical Imaging Department at Barwon Health and as such we enjoy cohesive work environments with our Radiography colleagues.

About The Role

The Nuclear Medicine Technologists at Barwon Health are rostered across PET, Nuclear Medicine and Radiopharmacy duties. All of our Technologists undertake diagnostic CT across both Nuclear Medicine and PET. Being a Regional Hospital with a large geographical catchment area our Department undertakes a wide variety of studies across both modalities.

Grades

Grade 1: The Grade 1 Nuclear Medicine Technologist/Scientist supports the Grades 2, 3 and 4 Nuclear Medicine Technologists/Scientists in the management of the Nuclear Medicine, Radiopharmacy and PET services 24/7.

Grade 2: The Grade 2 Nuclear Medicine Technologist supports the Grades 1, 3 and 4 Nuclear Medicine Technologists in the management of the Nuclear Medicine, Radiopharmacy and PET Service 24/7.

Culture

The Nuclear Medicine Department within Barwon Medical Imaging delivers a high quality service for the Geelong and surrounding areas. We pride our high work ethic and our ability to deliver our referrers with a comprehensive range of tests/studies. Our Nuclear Medicine staff work closely with the Radiography team to ensure that a culture of cooperation and teamwork exists within the Medical Imaging Department.

Barwon Health staff benefits

• Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career
• Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

About Geelong

Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes. Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers. It is doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast. Residents can enjoy abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes. To learn more about the region, click here.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way. We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards. We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

Application and Contacts

If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you. Please note we do not accept resumes via email. Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.

Contact person: Karen Moyle

Email: karen.moyle@barwonhealth.org.au

Phone: (03) 4215 0307

Application Closing Date

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