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.
Magnetic Resonance Technologist (MRT)
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Excellent employee benefits including salary packaging
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Challenging and rewarding work environment
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Friendly and supportive team environment
About the Role:
This is a full-time, fixed term position until 5/04/2027 opportunity within the Medical Imaging Department – MRI, part of the Division of Access and Clinical Operations. The role is dedicated to delivering high-quality imaging services to patients and referrers.
As a Grade 2 or Grade 3 MRI Technologist (MRT), responsibilities include performing paediatric MRI scans and continuously developing and enhancing technical skills, in alignment with the attached position descriptions.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, forward-thinking, and qualified MRT to join the team at The Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH). The successful candidate is expected to acquire and apply specialist skills in paediatric MRI and perform at a senior level where applicable. Ideally, applicants will hold Level 1 MRI accreditation (ASMIRT) and possess or be working towards postgraduate MRI qualifications. While prior paediatric MRI experience is highly desirable, it is not essential. Our goal is to foster and support the growth of an expert paediatric imaging team.
Reporting to the Chief MRT and Allied Health Manager – Medical Imaging, this role contributes to the care of paediatric patients through diagnostic imaging, disease monitoring, and treatment planning. The objective is to consistently deliver high-standard imaging that produces reliable, timely, and clinically impactful results.
The Royal Children’s Hospital, together with the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) have Siemens Sola 1.5T and Siemens Prisma-Fit 3T units in a purpose-built MRI clinical and research facility. In the operating theatre suite, there is an IMRIS Verio Dot. A Siemens Biograph mMR MR/PET is part of the suite of equipment, making the RCH a state-of-the-art MRI facility. The position requires participation in the weekend and after hour’s rosters as well as some on-call after a suitable training period.
What you'll achieve:
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Deliver excellent evidence-based practice in Medical Imaging procedures and interventions for all patients attending the RCH
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Provide efficient and high quality of imaging services, including but not limited to staff recruitment, training, and performance management in accordance with RCH policies and any relevant external professional bodies
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Model a commitment to continuing professional development and support junior staff in developing and accomplishing professional goals and objectives
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Provide leadership in clinical, daily workflow, and administrative duties, managing a complex and varied clinical caseload
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
The Department:
Why work with us? In Medical Imaging, every image tells a story, and every story begins with a child at the centre of our work. We are driven by the belief that high quality imaging can transform care; we take a multidisciplinary approach to improving outcomes and creating a world where all kids can thrive.You will be joining an enthusiastic team that collaborates closely and offers unwavering support to one another. Our culture is built in curiosity, courage, inclusion, and kindness. We are committed to continuous growth of each individual, our team, and our department.
You’ll find our workplace is flexible, evolving, creative, and deeply connected to its purpose: high quality patient centred care.
What we offer:
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Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
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Parkville location and close to public transport
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
If this sounds like you, click below to view the position description:
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 more information about this position please contact Michael Kean, MIT in Charge of MRI on
[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 31 March 2026
