Radiation Therapist

Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time, 38 hours per week until July 2026

Location: Liverpool Hospital

Position Classification: Radiation Therapist Level 2

Remuneration: $1, $2,007.61 per week

Requisition ID: REQ607175

Application Close Date: 28/09/2025

Interview Date Range: 01/10/2025 – 08/10/2025

Contact Details: Sandie Smith I

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position

About the Opportunity

South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and professional Radiation Therapists to join our highly skilled Radiotherapy team across Liverpool and Campbelltown Hospitals.

Whether you are an experienced clinician or a soon-to-be graduate, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic service committed to innovation, quality, and outstanding patient care.

As a valued member of our multidisciplinary team, you will:

• Deliver safe, high-quality, and patient-centred radiotherapy services.
• Collaborate seamlessly with colleagues to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
• Contribute to education, mentoring, and professional development of staff and students.
• Engage in quality improvement and research initiatives to advance the service.

Our Radiation Oncology Service spans two comprehensive sites:

• Campbelltown – 3 Elekta Linacs, Orthovoltage, and Phillips CT.
• Liverpool – 3 Elekta Linacs, Tomotherapy, Brachytherapy, Orthovoltage, Phillips CT, and a dedicated 3T Siemens MRI.

To maximise development and service delivery, successful candidates will be rostered across both sites.

We are currently welcoming applications for:

Qualified Radiation Therapists – to bring clinical expertise, leadership, and mentoring skills to the team while continuing to grow their own practice.

New Graduate Radiation Therapists – To join our structured 12-month Graduate Program (commencing January 2026), providing exposure to a wide range of radiotherapy techniques and the opportunity to build upon university knowledge in a supportive learning environment. Applicants currently completing their final semester of a Radiation Therapy degree are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility:

• Completion of a degree in Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy).
• Eligibility for AHPRA general registration as a Radiation Therapist, as well as NSW EPA Radiation User Licence.

International applicants with valid work visas who meet the eligibility criteria are also encouraged to apply.

This is your chance to make a meaningful impact while developing your career in a supportive, forward-thinking service that values collaboration, innovation, and patient-centred care.

Where You'll Be Working

Liverpool Hospital, founded in 1813, is the major health service for south-western Sydney, offering a wide range of state-wide services including critical care and trauma, neonatal intensive care, and brain injury rehabilitation. As a key teaching facility for UNSW Sydney and Western Sydney University, it provides extensive clinical services, including emergency care, cancer treatment, paediatrics, and mental health services. The hospital features 23 operating theatres and has a capacity for 877 beds.

The ongoing $830 million redevelopment as part of the Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct is transforming the hospital into a global hub for medical innovation. This redevelopment will expand clinical services, enhance research and teaching facilities, and introduce state-of-the-art equipment and amenities.

Working at Liverpool Hospital means being part of a forward-thinking, innovative team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. The hospital's commitment to education and research offers numerous opportunities for professional development and career progression.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

• Successful completion of a degree in Medical Radiation Technology or equivalent qualification recognised by the Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (ASMIRT).Full Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Radiation Therapist.Hold a Valid NSW EPA Radiation Licence or ability to obtain prior to commencement.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge and experience in all aspects of radiation therapy planning and treatment, with multimodality image verification, conventional and advanced planning and treatment delivery that may include, but not restricted to, 4DCT and 4DCBCT, IMRT and VMAT, SRS and SABR techniques, DIBH and Seed Tracking.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in small teams, self-motivated with initiative and able to cope with dynamic and changing work practices including flexibility in work hours and location.
• Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills, written and spoken, ability to relate with patients, carers and families, and the various staff groups within the multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of radiation therapy quality assurance, radiation safety principles and practices, and participation in incident reporting, site group meetings and adherence to NSW Health policies and guidelines.

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

Additional Information

Salary Packaging

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.

Health & Fitness

South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.

Transforming Your Experience

Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people's rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.

Connect with us on 'X', Facebook and LinkedIn.