Advanced Skills Nuclear Medicine Technologist

We are one of the largest and longest-standing medical imaging businesses in Queensland. Our success can be attributed to our unwavering commitment to providing customers with a caring and highly specialised service that is continuously delivered by the most experienced professionals.

Being an entity of Sonic Healthcare, an ASX top 40 listed company, we are able to ensure our technology and equipment are state-of-the-art. You will work with the latest medical imaging equipment, in world-class facilities and with experts in their field.

About the role
We are currently seeking a full-time Advanced Skills Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our Nuclear Medicine team in Toowoomba.

The successful applicant will support the operational management of Nuclear Medicine clinical services across a multidisciplinary team under the direction the Chief Nuclear Medicine Technologist, and Nuclear Medicine Operations Manager. It would be desirable for applicants to have experience in the delivery of advanced level general Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT, Theranostics, diagnostic CT, and can demonstrate clinical leadership within a Nuclear Medicine department. Furthermore, you will be required to supervise the in-house compounding of Nuclear Medicine, PET, and therapy radiopharmaceuticals.

Key Accountabilities: 
  
Clinical Practice

• Deliver advanced level medical imaging clinical services across a multi-modality, multidisciplinary team in accordance with
  o prescribed professional and ethical standards
  o the established practice and company-wide clinical protocols and policies
  o the rostering and service delivery requirements of the practice
• Demonstrate and promote by example, a high level of patient care, compassion and clinical awareness
• Demonstrate a high level of responsibility, accountability and initiative across all aspects of clinical practice and promote a culture of service excellence
• Apply advanced professional, clinical judgement to complex caseloads, adapting routine clinical practice using valid and reliable evidence based practice
• Initiate the development of clinical practices, procedures and protocols within the work area
• Demonstrate an advanced level of theoretical knowledge and practical skills in one or more
• modalities obtained through significant professional development, postgraduate education or formal qualifications.
• Utilise advanced level skills, knowledge, experience and clinical leadership to manage, prioritise and organise multi work area caseload

• Work cooperatively and effectively within the team and actively promote a collegiate approach to problem solving and patient care in a positive work environment
• Provide advanced level clinical advice and direction to patients, other health care professionals and clinicians regarding service delivery
• Develop advanced level clinical practice expertise by actively engaging in learning within the team and in professional development activities

• Monitor and report on clinical practice outcomes and demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement within area of expertise
• Participate in initiating, developing and implementing quality and service improvement activities that enhance the service delivery in line with recognised organisational pathways
• Provide clinical practice supervision to students involved in clinical placements and less experienced staff
• Provide education, competency training and mentorship to promote skill development to other members of the team
• Be recognised as a resource for clinical advice and consultation within the area of expertise
• Where required, be able to perform higher duties in area of expertise during periods of absence of the relevant modality senior

• Apply to clinical practice, the standards set by the mandatory Queensland X-ray quality and safety training modules and policies
• Promote, by example, responsibility and accountability for a clean and safe work environment
• Report equipment faults and issues to appropriate supervisors and manage repairs as required

• Tertiary qualifications in Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine)
• Full AHPRA Registration with no imposed conditions or limitations
• Full QLD Radiation Use Licence  
• A passion for delivering an exceptional patient care/customer service experience
• The ability to deliver quality work and remain calm under pressure
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to collaborate with other members of staff and work as part of a team
• Accuracy and sharp attention to detail
• Professional personal presentation

• A welcoming and supportive culture
• Annual Professional Development Allowance
• Sonic Healthcare Radiology Conference Attendance
• Internal L&D workshops and events
• Great earning potential with strong rates and annual reviews
• 5 weeks Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Paid parental leave and salary packaging
• Committed to health and well-being, including access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Special corporate rates on private health care through our partnerships
• Reward and Recognition Points System - we like to celebrate success!
• Fitness Passport (Access to 350+ Gyms)
• Bulk Billing & Discounted Fees
• Motor Vehicle Salary Packages
• Dell Purchasing Program
• Barrister Coffee machines at all practices
• On-the-job training and ongoing learning and development
• Opportunities for career advancement within the Queensland X-Ray Team  

We expect that you will bring a positive, enthusiastic, professional, initiative and a great “can-do” attitude. If this sounds like you, please apply by submitting your resume with a one-page cover letter attached telling us who you are and why you’d be perfect for the role and the team.

Please send your application as one single document in a PDF.