Radiologist

• Location: Footscray Hospital
• Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time, Ongoing
• Salary: Radiologist 1MISC08 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

Western Health Medical Imaging seeks Diagnostic Radiologists and/or Interventional Radiologists for Full Time and Part Time contracts on an ongoing basis to commence in February 2026. A day session is equivalent to 8 hours for a part time role and 10 hours for those on full time. The additional EFT being offered is in line with the service delivery at the new Sunbury Hospital and towards to New Footscray Hospital. There is also fixed term hours available as well for the temporary cover for Maternity Leave and Sabbatical Leave cover.

The role of the Diagnostic Clinical Radiologist is to provide high quality Radiology services to the patients of Western Health and its external referrers. 

Western Health Medical Imaging (WHMI) provides state-of-the-art comprehensive Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology services to one of the most culturally dynamic and rapidly expanding growth corridors in Australia serving a population of over one million. WHMI is an accredited Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (RANZCR) Registrar teaching facility.

Subspecialty training in one of the following areas of Imaging is mandatory: Body, Chest (including cardiac imaging), Breast (including MRI), Musculoskeletal, Neurology, Nuclear Medicine (including PET), Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics. Ability to report MRI studies is also mandatory. The Radiologist must be competent in performing Tier A procedures and is a mandatory requirement. The role of the Interventional Radiologist requires the candidate to be adaptive, team focused and proactive. 

About you:

• Membership of the Interventional Radiology Society of Australasia (IRSA)
• Possession of or commitment to complete European Board of Interventional Radiology qualification
• Fellowship training in Interventional Radiology.
• Ability to work and participate in a team environment
• Strong patient focus
• A record of research will be viewed favourably
• Teaching is mandatory

Mandatory requirements for the Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologists:

• A medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent) which his recognised for registration by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Registration by AHPRA as Clinical Radiologist with a current annual practicing certificate
• Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (FRANZCR) in clinical radiology, including maintenance of CPD and good standing as required by AHPRA for the maintenance of Specialist Registration
• Valid radiation licence
• Supervision and training of Junior Medical Staff and support of Western Health Strategic Priorities are mandatory
• Responsibility to report and perform other duties as directed by the Director of Medical Imaging
• Participation in the After-Hours and On-Call Diagnostic Roster as required cover all but Interventional Radiology
• Interventional Radiologists will participate in the Interventional Radiology On-Call roster as required
• Eligible to bill Medicare

Position Description

About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs. 

With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

Simply click on the "apply" button and follow the prompts.

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Closing date: 11:59pm on 26 November 2025.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact:

Name: Dr Julian Nguyen

Title: Deputy Clinical Director

Email:

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Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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