At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Radiation Therapist Grade 1
RT Graduates Welcome
Full Time 76 Hours Per Fortnight
Peter Mac is looking for enthusiastic Radiation Therapists, dedicated to providing the best in patient care, to join our team.
About the Role
This position is a permanent, full time role; Applications are welcome from students who are about to graduate and from experienced RTs.
Bendigo is Peter Mac’s only regional Victorian campus providing radiation therapy services to the Loddon Mallee region. Whilst part of our team, you will enjoy the opportunity to work with the latest technology, including Varian Truebeam Linacs, AlignRT and Eclipse treatment planning system, to treat a wide variety of cases including an active SABR & SRS workload.
The team at Bendigo has a strong culture of including all team members in quality improvement projects and available research initiatives. Working at Bendigo will provide you with a well-rounded experience to support your career development.
Peter Mac also offers a new graduate RT program to help the new RT consolidate fundamental skills, acquire specialised skills and benefit from tailored clinical support, mentoring and education.
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In line with the Enterprise Agreement ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS (VICTORIAN PUBLIC SECTOR) (SINGLE INTEREST EMPLOYERS) ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT 2021-2026. Salary range between $70,590 to $82,139.2 based on years of experience.
To apply, please submit:
- Cover letter,
- Current CV
- Two professional referees.
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
- Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
- Discounted health insurance and eye care
- A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
- Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
- Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading & purchased leave options
- Flexible, hybrid working practices
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
Join us!
If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.
WHY WORK IN BENDIGO
Anyone interested in working in Bendigo should visit www.bendigoregion.com.au.
From our service partner Bendigo Health: Bendigo is a great place to live and work with a large variety of restaurants, shops, cultural precincts, sporting facilities and tertiary facilities. Bendigo continues to grow with a population of over 121,000, we are a thriving regional city located only 150km northwest of Melbourne. It is a city with all the attributes of urban metropolis, and the benefits of living in regional Australia.
Bendigo provides a strong supportive community base with good schools and excellent infrastructure. https://www.bendigohealth.org.au/workingatbendigohealth/.
INCENTIVES TO WORK IN BENDIGO
Included in your employment are the following incentives:
a. New Graduates will be paid at Grade1, Yr2 classification
b. 10% rural allowance paid on top of base salary
c. Financial assistance to attend 1 national conference per year
d. Financial assistance to attend 1 international conference every 3rd year
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
For a confidential discussion please reach out to the below.
Hiring Manager: Alan Turner
Email: [email protected]
Contact Number: 03 5454 9234
Applications Close: 11:59PM Tuesday 9 June 2026
To plan and deliver radiation therapy treatment using ionising radiation in accordance with the treatment prescription and in accordance with all Peter Mac protocols and policies and Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia Professional Capabilities and Code of Conduct.
Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 - 2025
AE3 RAD THER TECH GR1 Y1 to AF11 RAD THER TECH GR1 Y7 (based on experience)
Internal
Radiation Therapists
Radiation Oncologists
Radiation Oncology Medical Physicists
Radiation Oncology Nurses
Medical Administration staff
Allied Health Departments
Other Peter Mac staff as appropriate
External
MRPBA
Affiliated Universities
ASMIRT
- Registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia and holds a current Victorian Radiation Use License
- Police Check
- Working with Children Check
- Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and experience in radiation therapy planning and treatment
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate in a team environment
- Demonstrated commitment to optimal patient care
- Demonstrated professional and ethical practice
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development
- Demonstrated compliance with safe practice and quality improvement initiatives
Key Accountabilities
Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
1.Practice in Radiation Therapy
- Practice radiation therapy according to MRPBA Professional Capabilities for Medical Radiation Practice.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of radiation therapy principles and practice.
- Apply radiation therapy principles to a range of techniques in treatment and planning.
- Apply critical and reflective thinking to resolve radiation therapy clinical challenges.
- Apply understanding of anatomy, physiology and pathology to clinical activities.
- Apply principles of medical radiation physics and instrumentation.
- Use patient information management systems appropriately.
- Assess the patient's capacity to receive care.
- Safely and effectively carry out own role and responsibilities relating to the implementation of a patient management plan.
- Recognise when input is required from more senior colleagues, and act to obtain their involvement.
- Prioritise workload appropriately, and establish realistic timeframes for the completion of work.
- Complete tasks on time and in self-directed manner, acting within own knowledge base.
2.Professional and Ethical Conduct
- Practice in an ethical and professional manner.
- Provide each patient with an appropriate level of dignity and care.
- Apply the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia's Code of Conduct to practice.
- Assume responsibility and accept accountability for professional decisions.
- Advocate on behalf of the patient when appropriate.
- Accurately recognise own limits and seek guidance as necessary.
- Recognise and effectively manage personal impact on work performance and relationships.
- Demonstrate honesty and fairness in all relations.
- Seek support where necessary to maintain own well-being.
- Respond positively to individual and cultural differences by valuing others equally and showing tolerance and acceptance.
3.Communication and Collaboration
- Communicate clearly, sensitively and effectively with patients and their family or carers.
- Convey knowledge and procedural information in ways that engender trust and confidence and respects patient confidentiality, privacy and dignity.
- Treat colleagues and patients as equals, and with courtesy, kindness and regard for how they wish to be treated.
- Work in partnership with other health professionals towards common goals, recognising that the interests of patients are the overriding shared objective for healthcare delivery.
- Seek regular, constructive feedback regarding performance against established role expectations.
- Express thoughts and ideas clearly, directly, honestly and with respect for others and for the work of the team.
- Share information and knowledge to enhance the effectiveness of teamwork and collaboration.
- Make day to day decisions as appropriate to own work role, and in consultation with others.
- Recognise issues that may lead to conflict, and constructively address issues as they arise.
- Demonstrate empathy towards other team members and recognise their needs and skills.
Key Accountabilities
Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
4. Evidence Based Practice and Professional Learning
Interpret findings, applying clinical reasoning and reflective processes to identify implications for practice.
Identify ongoing professional learning needs and opportunities and implement strategies for achieving them.
Recognise the relevance of research for improving health outcomes, and assist with research activities, as required by own role.
Monitor and evaluate progress towards learning/development goals, and identify opportunities for future changes and improvement.
5. Radiation Safety and Risk Management
Implement safe radiation practice according to Peter Mac policies and procedures.
Confirm and operate equipment and instrumentation safely according to Peter Mac policies and procedures.
Maintain safety of self and others in the work environment according to Peter Mac policies and procedures.
Support the implementation of safety and quality initiatives.
Practice according to the ALARA principle at all times.
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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
- Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
- Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
- We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.
