Address#521860 Chief Radiation Therapist
Department of Radiation Oncology
Calvary Mater Newcastle
Permanent Full-Time
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- Permanent Full-Time
- Salary Classification: Radiation Therapist Level 6 Year 1-3
About the role
Calvary Mater Newcastle’s Department of Radiation Oncology is NSW’s largest regional specialist radiation therapy centre. We offer world-class radiation therapy using precision technology to deliver the best available treatment.
The Chief Radiation Therapist provides management and coordination of the Radiation Therapist team within Calvary Mater Newcastle, providing strategic and operational support to ensure all patients have access to a safe, efficient and effective radiation therapy services. You will manage the provision of radiation therapy services including planning and coordination of services, and provision of expert advice to achieve both budget and service delivery targets whilst maximising service delivery outcomes for patients.
Key Responsibilities
- Actively participate in the Radiation Oncology Management Committee to contribute and develop strategic direction.
- Lead and direct the workflow of Radiation Therapy staff to ensure radiation therapy services are performed in accordance with legislation and approved policy and procedures.
- Ensure radiation services are provided in accordance with legislative requirements, risk management and safety frameworks.
- Manage workforce functions including rostering, leave management, timely recruitment, induction and professional development.
What you bring
- Qualified to practise Radiation Therapy, registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and licensed by the NSW Environment Protection Authority to use ionising radiation apparatus with experience as a level 4 (senior) Radiation Therapist or higher.
- Effective leadership and management skills, with an established track record of collaboratively, respectfully and transparently leading in a complex environment within a multidisciplinary environment.
- High level communication, interpersonal and organisational skills including the ability to clearly and effectively communicate complex issues to all levels of staff and experience in managing change in a dynamic environment, as well as demonstrated ability to create and maintain a harmonious workplace.
- Demonstrated ability to work constructively as both a member and a leader of a team with all clinical staff in a complex health care setting, with the ability to effectively motivate and develop staff within a multidisciplinary team and environment.
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to customer service, patient safety, quality improvement, and risk and incident management.
- Up-to-date, extensive knowledge and experience in all aspects of radiation therapy including a demonstrated personal commitment to quality improvement, clinical research, ongoing education and professional development especially in leadership and management.
WHY JOIN US?
CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits:
- Fitness Passport
- Gender Neutral parental leave
- Annual leave loading at 17.5%
- Superannuation contributions at 11%
- ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
- Novated leasing available for eligible employees
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
HOW DO YOU APPLY?
- Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:
- Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
- Attach a current resume.
- Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.
- Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)
INTERVIEWS WILL COMMENCE THE WEEK OF 08/04/2024.
As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.
Please note the following:
- As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role.
- You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role including COVID-19, influenza, tuberculosis screening, hepatitis, diphtheria, tetanus, varicella.
- Chief Radiation Therapist - Newcastle, NSW, Australia - Waratah, NSW, Australia (calvarycare.org.au)
