Head Radiographer General

Job no: 916047

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide Metro Western

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Medical Imaging - The Queen Elizabeth Hospital

• Salary: AHP4 - $118, $129,427.00 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Woodville South SA, 5011
• Full Time, Permanent Role
• 10% attraction and retention allowance and penalty rates payable in addition to base salary
• Professional development allowance payable in addition to base salary
• Additional qualification allowance payable for relevant postgraduate qualifications

About the role

As the Head Radiographer General, you will lead the operational management of the General Unit, ensuring the smooth coordination of both physical and human resources in line with established policies, procedures and professional standards. You will play a central role in guiding the team, fostering a culture of professional excellence, and driving the effective delivery of services within the Unit. Your leadership will ensure that resources are managed efficiently, outcomes are achieved, and staff are supported to perform at their best.

Beyond day-to-day operations, you will champion research and educational initiatives that enrich the professional development of staff and contribute to continuous improvement across the Unit. By cultivating collaboration, sharing expertise and promoting innovation, you will help shape a positive, forward-thinking environment that benefits patients, staff, and the broader health service community.

About You

You are an experienced and motivated radiography professional with advanced expertise in General Radiography, strong clinical leadership, and a commitment to driving high standards of care and innovation. With the ability to guide teams, implement change, and inspire positive outcomes, you thrive in a dynamic environment where patient safety and service excellence are paramount.

• Registered with AHPRA and licensed under the Radiation Protection and Control Act (or equivalent), supported by extensive general radiography experience and relevant advanced modality training.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills, including decision-making, supervision, delegation, policy development, and quality assurance.
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to motivate staff and foster a positive, collaborative culture.
• Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary management, human resource practices, and medico-legal responsibilities, underpinned by a passion for best practice in radiology.

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Attractive salary packaging available
• Strong community minded culture and values providing world class care to South Australians
• Opportunity for movement across the SA Health system: There are always opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career at one of our many metropolitan or regional sites

Diversity and inclusion:

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 916047

Enquiries to:

Deborah Sander

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 10th October 2025

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Advertised: 26 Sep 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 10 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time