The Hospital:
The Royal Children’s Hospital’s (RCH) Vision is “A world where all kids thrive”.
RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children’s Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation.
RCH has cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years since it was founded in 1870. A full range of paediatrics and adolescent health services are provided plus tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and medically complex patients in Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW and other states around Australia and overseas. The Hospital has more than 6,000 staff, a budget of $850M, 12 wards and 350 beds. Annually, the RCH has 300,000+ Specialist Clinic appointments, 90,000+ Emergency Department presentations and 20,000 elective surgeries.
The RCH is committed to the Child Safe Standards.
RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact.
For further Information on RCH is available here.
About the Role:
This is a full-time, Fixed Term position until 11/07/2027 within the Medical Imaging Department. This position exists to provide a quality imaging service to patients and referrers. As a general MIT the required roles include imaging modalities as per the current skills of the incumbent, and to expand and improve those skills. It is expected the Grade 1 or 2 MIT learns and applies specialist skills across modalities. Under the direction of the Allied Health Manager – Medical Imaging and deputies, the role contributes to the ongoing care of paediatric patients in spheres of diagnosis, disease monitoring and treatment. The role also provides for the ongoing supervision of intern and student MITs, under the guidance of the Lead Clinical Educator – MIT. The goal is to maintain a consistent high standard of imaging in order to succeed in producing reliable, timely and important results which can make a difference.
Internally, this position will be known, or referred to as: Medical Imaging Technologist - Grade 1 or 2.
Classification for this position will be governed by Award 01 - Allied Health and will range from: AF5 (Grade 1, Year 2) to CW5 (Grade 2, Year 4), from $74,172.80 to $103,724.40 per annum, plus Superannuation.
What You'll Achieve:
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Autonomously perform medical imaging examinations as per protocol, for both elective and emergency referrals
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Establish clinical skills, and with experience, identify and develop clinical specialities
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Maintain personal CPD requirements of the professional body overseeing Medical Imaging Technologists, registration with AHPRA
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Participate in both internal and external training, education and research to maintain standards and professional development as required by ASMIRT and government legislation
Your Skills and Experience:
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Diploma or degree in Applied Science/Diagnostic Radiography as outlined for eligibility for membership of ASMIRT
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Demonstration of appropriate experience within the Medical Imaging field
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Current membership of AHPRA
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Current Victorian DH radiation licence
If this sounds like you, please see the position descriptions below to understand the full scope of the position:
About the Department:
The Medical Imaging department is committed to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred imaging services, with children at the centre of all clinical practice. We work within a multidisciplinary environment and value collaboration, professionalism, and collegial support in providing safe, effective, and evidence‑based care. Our culture is founded on curiosity, courage, inclusion, and kindness, with a strong commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
What We Offer:
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Salary packaging option with our partner, SmartSalary – Increase your take home pay by up to $11,500 per annum!
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Looking for a new set of wheels to get you to the office? We offer Novated Leases through our partnership with SmartSalary
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Workplace culture of continuous improvement, support and training
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Discounted Private Health Insurance
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Support for working mothers including two on-site Early Learning Centres, flexible working arrangements, breast feeding and pumping facilities
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Enjoy the convenience of an on-site retail precinct, featuring a range of shops, cafés, and food outlets
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Help when you need it most! Staff counselling, financial coaching, legal support, nutritional support and specialist helpline services, and more through our EAP partner, Converge
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Unlimited access to select fitness facilities in your local area via Fitness Passport
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Retail discounts & more!
Other Requirements:
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Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain
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Valid Working with Children Check
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Compliance with RCHs “Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases” procedure
Application Process:
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, we encourage you to apply promptly!
For enquiries about the position, please contact Duncan Veysey via email:
[email protected]
Why work at the RCH?
RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offer the opportunity to work in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city.
We also offer staff benefits such as discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.
The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.
It is a requirement of your employment that you be vaccinated against Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders, which has been accepted by The Royal Children’s Hospital. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement, it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record and hold vaccination information.
It is also a requirement of your employment that you comply with any direction given by The Royal Children’s Hospital that you be vaccinated against, or prove immunity to, any other disease, unless you have a relevant exemption, and offers of employment are conditional on successful completion of background checks including reference checks.
Are you ready to join our team?
Apply online by clicking on the “Apply” button
Applications close: 19 June 2026.
