Alfred Health
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.
- Ongoing position
- Full Time (76 hours per fortnight)
- Radiation Therapist Technologist Grade 5 Year 1-2 (ON61-ON62)
- Latrobe Regional Health campus, eligible to receive the 10% Regional Relocation Allowance
- Offering a generous Sign-on Bonus of $12,000*
- Great staff benefits!
The Department
Alfred Health Radiation Oncology (AHRO) is a unit of a comprehensive cancer service, with sites located at The Alfred - Melbourne (ARO) and Gippsland Radiation Oncology (GRO) at Latrobe Regional Hospital (LRH) - Traralgon. The service provides the full range of general radiation oncology and radiation therapy services in addition to some specialised services with both state and national significance.
Location Summary
The Latrobe Regional Hospital is located in the only regional city in eastern Victoria. Latrobe City consists of many small townships and the main towns of Moe, Morwell and Traralgon.
The area is famous for having one of the largest brown coal reserves in the world, and being the epicentre of Victoria’s electricity industry. But it’s also recognised for its large forestry industry, servicing Australia’s biggest pulp and paper mill. Food processing, engineering, education, retail and aviation also figure prominently.
Gippsland Radiation Oncology is situated at the Latrobe Regional Health site in Traralgon, Latrobe Valley.
Enjoy a range of lifestyle choices Gippsland has to offer being close to native bush walks, beaches, lakes and the snow fields. Diverse lifestyle options include urban living, rural townships, farming, bush settings, and well-supported commercial and business communities, with great schools and hospitals in a connected and diverse community.
The Role
Permanent Full time role for a Grade 5 Radiation Therapist located at Gippsland Radiation Oncology. The successful candidate will be responsible for the organisation and management of the radiation therapy treatment and planning sections at Alfred Radiation Oncology, and as members of the Senior RT group, liaise closely with senior RTs at Alfred Radiation Oncology, and contribute to the service's overall strategic directions and objectives. Refer to the position description for full list of key capabilities, values, duties and responsibilities and experience required.
Experience and Qualifications Required
- Experience, skills and knowledge base in radiation therapy practice and team organisation and supervision commensurate with senior radiation therapist responsibilities
- Well-developed time management skills and an ability to manage both personal and section workload efficiently, effectively and safely
- Awareness of quality and safety issues
- Engagement with continuing professional development
- Experience in team supervision and leadership in a multidisciplinary environment
Staff Benefits
- Salary packaging
- Novated leasing
- Free parking
Application Process
All applicants should submit:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae including 2 clinical referees; each referee should be contactable and able to reply via email. Both email addresses and phone numbers are sought.
For more information, please contact Debbie Bellingham on 5173 8897.
Applications close 11pm AEST, Tuesday, 28th May 2024
Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au