Biomedical Engineer

Department of Radiation Oncology

Calvary Mater Newcastle

Permanent Full-Time

Classification: Biomedical Engineer G2 Yr 1 - 4

Remuneration: $ $56.69 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options + RDO's

About the role

Working as part of a small, dedicated team under the direction of the Senior Biomedical Technician you will provide biomedical engineering maintenance and repair services to advanced radiation therapy apparatus used in the treatment of cancer.

Key Responsibilities

Service, repair and maintenance of radiation therapy equipment.

Respond flexibly and efficiently to maintain clinical services.

Communicate openly and effectively with the medical physics and broader clinical team and with equipment suppliers and service agents.

Maintain records in accordance with requirements.

What you bring

Diploma of Electronics & Communications Engineering (or equivalent) or Electronics Trade certificate with extensive practical experience or 5 years' experience in the maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of complex electro-mechanical systems.

Excellent well-developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability clearly speak accurate technical advice and guidance to all equipment stakeholders.

Ability and willingness to perform repairs and maintenance to radiation oncology equipment including high energy x-ray medical linear accelerators and equipment containing radioactive substances. Available to undertake necessary training including overseas training as required.

Team player with demonstrated organisational skills which include the ability to multitask, prioritise and respond well to rapid change.

For further information, please contact Michael Barnes, Lead Medical Physicist & Operations, Radiation Oncology Department on email:

WHY JOIN US

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%

ADO's each month (for full-time employees)

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

HOW DO YOU APPLY?

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 - see "what you bring for the 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, WWCC checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role.

You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.