Open to either Full-Time – 5 days a week or Part-Time 4 days a week across Monday to Friday
About Us
Western Private Hospital, located in Footscray, is a 62-bed private acute hospital and is the longest serving private hospital in Melbourne’s west providing much needed services to the people in the expanding North West and Western regions of Melbourne and surrounding areas.
We are fully equipped for a comprehensive range of surgical procedures including general, bariatric, oral max, colorectal, endoscopy, gastroenterology, ophthalmology, orthopaedic, gynaecology, IVF, plastics, vascular and urology, as well as diagnostic and interventional cardiology and high dependency services.
WPHs facilities include four Operating Theatres, CSSD, Day Stay Unit, Day Oncology Unit, Overnight Ward for Medical, Surgical, CCU & HDU patients, Cardiac Catheter Laboratory, Specialist Consulting Suites, PET Centre and are supported by pathology, pharmacy, radiology and radiation therapy services.
About the Role
We are seeking a full-time Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) to join our friendly and busy practice. Looking for a better work/life balance? – this role consists of 8 hour shifts Monday to Friday – no weekends or public holidays – and allowing for a monthly RDO (for full-time). Salary is commensurate with experience.
At WPH PET Centre in Footscray, the only PET scanning facility in Western Metropolitan Melbourne, we are focused on providing the highest standard of medical imaging and service excellence.
In addition to scanning with 18F-FDG, we also routinely scan with 18F-PSMA and 68Ga-Tate tracers as well as performing diagnostic CT scans within our PET service. We provide a PET scanning service for a number of ongoing trials.
About You
The successful candidate will be professional, personable and compassionate, with highly developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff and other medical and non-medical personnel.
You will also possess strong time management and organisational skills and the ability to maintain a calm and cheerful disposition in high pressure situations.
Selection Criteria
Essential:
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine) or equivalent as accredited by the ANZSNM
Current registration or eligibility for registration with AHPRA as a Medical Radiation Practitioner (Nuclear Medicine)
Current Victorian Radiation Use Licence (or be eligible for one)
Professional indemnity (either through VAHPA union membership or private insurance)
IV cannulation competency
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
Desired:
Previous PET experience (although training will be given to experienced NMTs wishing to add PET to their repertoire)
Diagnostic CT for NMT qualification
Professional membership with ANZSNM
Benefits of Working at WPH include:
Fantastic people and work culture with supportive management
Competitive rates with incremental salary increases as you gain experience + yearly EA increases
Close proximity to public transport and subsidised car parking
Access to a range of health & well-being initiatives, staff discounts and benefits inc. access to confidential counselling services through our EAP for personal and professional support; discounts for physiotherapy/myotherapy/massage services & discounted rates for care in our hospital
Requirements:
Everyone who joins Western Private Hospital –
Must be vaccinated against COVID-19, yearly Influenza and provide proof of immunisation against, or immunity to, infectious diseases as required per the Health Services Act 1988 (Vic) – NOTE: for this role immunisation requirements associated with Risk Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)
Must provide a National Police Check conducted within the previous 6 months and evidence of Australian Residency / Full Working Rights (No Sponsorship available)
For more information about WPH please visit our website at www.westernprivatehospital.com.au
If this appeals to you, this rare opportunity is not to be missed! Apply now …
Submit your application via
[email protected]
All applications must include the following information so we can assess your suitability = >
your current CV and a covering letter (maximum of one page) detailing your reasons for applying for this position; and why your skills, experience and personal qualities make you the best person for the role.
For enquiries, please contact Melanie Crowther, Chief NMT/PET Centre Manager via email
[email protected]
WPH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and to ensuring a safe environment for children and young people. We encourage individuals of diverse backgrounds including but not limited to those from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability to apply.
NOTE:
Interviews will be undertaken as suitable candidates are identified so early applications are encouraged.
Only successful applicants shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.
We will not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies/third parties and we will not be liable or responsible for any fees or costs associated with unsolicited CVs sent directly to line managers.
