Nuclear Medicine Scientist

Overview

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is seeking a skilled and patient-focused Nuclear Medicine Technologist to deliver high-quality Nuclear Medicine and PET services in line with professional standards and district policies. This role involves performing diagnostic examinations, maintaining equipment through reliable quality control procedures, and managing administrative tasks related to General Nuclear Medicine and PET modalities. This position plays a vital role in delivering compassionate, accurate, and safe diagnostic services, strengthening the connection between NBMLHD’s imaging services and the communities we serve.

Location: Nepean Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nuclear Medicine Technologist Level 2
Hours Per Week: 38
Remuneration: $76,045.05 - $104,754.22 per annum

Applications Close: 24/09/2025

About Us

NBMLHD is a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, providing a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region. The district offers Medical Imaging (Radiology), Nuclear Medicine, and Nuclear Medical Therapy procedures through its facilities with the goal to diagnose, assess, and treat patient injuries or diseases.

NBMLHD values collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment, and supports your professional development within your chosen career path.

Responsibilities (summary)

Deliver high-quality Nuclear Medicine and PET imaging services in accordance with professional standards and district policies. Perform diagnostic examinations, ensure equipment quality control, and handle related administrative tasks for General Nuclear Medicine and PET modalities. Provide compassionate, accurate, and safe diagnostic services to patients.

What you will bring to the role

- Diploma or Degree of Applied Science (Medical Radiation Technology) Nuclear Medicine or equivalent qualifications recognised by the Australian and New Zealand Society of Nuclear Medicine (ANZSNM).
- Current Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA) registration in Nuclear Medicine Practice.
- Possess or be eligible for NSW EPA radioactive substance licence S14; IA16 for CT radiation apparatus in nuclear medicine; IA16D for diagnostic radiography and nuclear medicine; IA27 for radiation apparatus (DEXA).
- Good understanding of practical skills in Nuclear Medicine procedures; strong problem solving and decision making abilities.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with excellent patient care; strong interpersonal and time management skills; ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Clinical experience across a wide range of Nuclear Medicine & PET procedures and equipment.
- Commitment to personal and professional development with sound knowledge of radiation safety and quality control/improvement.

Employment of a temporary visa holder may occur only if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the visa duration or conditions.

Benefits

- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full-time employees
- Salary packaging opportunities
- Novated leasing
- Education opportunities through Education Training Service (over 110 courses annually)
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family
- Fitness Passport

NBMLHD is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment and encourages applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+, CALD communities, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply. The district supports child safe standards. For assistance with applying, please refer to the NSW Health Career Portal or contact the role-related queries as specified.

Need more information?

Position Description and application guidance are available on the NSW Health Career Portal. For role-related queries, contact Sharon Alam-Fotias at Sharon.Alam-Fotias@health.nsw.gov.au.

NSW Health acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands across New South Wales and pays respect to Elders past and present.

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