Bayside Health
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
- 3-year fixed term appointment
- Full time (76 hours per fortnight)
- Medical Physicists Grade 1 (Trainee), Year 1 - Medical Physicists Grade 2, Year 3 (FF1-FF8)
- Located at The Alfred
- Great staff benefits!
The Department
Alfred Health Radiation Oncology (AHRO) operates three radiotherapy centres in Victoria. The metropolitan centre is located at The Alfred Hospital Melbourne campus, known as Alfred Radiation Oncology (ARO). The large regional centre is known as Gippsland Radiation Oncology (GRO) and is located at Latrobe Regional Health (LRH), Traralgon. We also operate a CT and Superficial service at Central Gippsland Health, known as Sale Radiation Oncology (SRO).
At ARO, the centre operates 2 High Definition TrueBeam Linacs, 1 Standard Definition TrueBeam Linac, a Superficial treatment unit, 3D printing capability, a CT Scanner, BRAVOS High Dose Rate (HDR) Brachytherapy Afterloader, X-ray Brachytherapy Imaging and US devices related to the Low Dose Rate (LDR) Prostate Brachytherapy program. In conjunction with advanced modulated LINAC treatment deliveries, ARO also delivers Stereotactic Radiosurgery treatments, Stereotactic Ablative Body Radiotherapy (SABR) treatments, Total Body Irradiation (TBI) treatments and motion management treatments. The stereotactic program is further supported by Elements treatment planning systems and the Exac-Trac image guidance on all linacs.
The Role
The position will be primarily based at the Alfred Radiation Oncology (ARO) department on The Alfred Hospital Campus in Melbourne, where the successful applicant will undertake structured training to progress satisfactorily through the ACPSEM Radiation Oncology Medical Physics (ROMP) TEAP program. Working under the guidance of a designated clinical supervisor and a team of accredited and experienced medical physicists, the trainee will engage in a broad range of clinical medical physics activities across both the ARO and Gippsland Radiation Oncology (GRO) campuses.
The role encompasses comprehensive training in the scientific and technical foundations of Radiation Oncology, including external beam treatment planning, high-dose-rate (HDR) and low-dose-rate (LDR) brachytherapy, radiation dosimetry, advanced imaging applications, equipment commissioning, and routine and specialised quality assurance procedures to support safe and effective patient treatments. Participation may also extend to clinical duties or educational rotations at other units within The Alfred Hospital, at Latrobe Regional Health, and at additional Radiation Oncology centres across Victoria, as directed by the Chief Radiotherapy Physicist. In addition, the successful applicant will be required to contribute to departmental service delivery through participation in shift work, after-hours support, and limited on-call duties.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Undertake competency-based Radiation Oncology Medical Physics training in accordance with the ACPSEM Training, Education and Assessment Program (TEAP)
- Successfully complete all TEAP training requirements within the three-year duration of the contract
- Maintain active enrolment and good standing within the ACPSEM TEAP program throughout the training period
- Observe, support, and participate in a wide range of clinical medical physics activities, including radiotherapy equipment commissioning, routine and specialised quality assurance, implementation of absolute dosimetry protocols, development and optimisation of treatment planning system configurations, radiation safety procedures, clinical research projects, and both HDR and LDR brachytherapy, as directed
- Complete the diagnostic imaging and nuclear medicine training components in collaboration with the Alfred Hospital Nuclear Medicine and Radiology Departments, as required by the TEAP curriculum
Participate in regular progress reviews aligned with the curriculum framework to ensure satisfactory development and assessment of competencies
Key Capabilities
- Excellent oral, written, organisational, and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with strong self-direction
- Strong problem-solving capabilities
- Proven ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrated capacity to perform proficiently during periods of high demand and activity
- Ability to fulfil all requirements of the ACPSEM TEAP training program
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- A Postgraduate Degree in Physics or related field with some experience in Radiotherapy
- Eligibility for a Radiation Use Licence, Dept of Health, Victoria
- Eligibility for Associate Membership of the Australasian College of Physical Scientists and Engineers in Medicine (ACPSEM)
Desirable
- Prior clinical experience in Medical Physics (preferably Radiotherapy Physics)
- Programming expertise and related technical skills
Staff Benefits
- Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
- Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
- Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!! *subject to availability
- Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport health and fitness
- Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services
If applicable, please specify specific requirements that you require in your cover letter or CV.
For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Ryan Smith, Medical Physics Manager Alfred/Gippsland - [email protected] or (03) 9076 3515.
Applications close 11pm AEDT, Wednesday 4th February 2026.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
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.
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