Mammographic Technologist (522123)

The role:

• Perform routine screening and assessment mammography procedures, accommodating individual client needs and limitations in the performance of the examination.
• Use breast imaging equipment ensuring client welfare and standard of care in accordance with business requirements and protocols.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of new techniques and advances in mammography and breast screening.
• Assist in the development, updating and implementation of protocols and procedures for work practices supporting continuous quality improvement and routine equipment quality control.
• Consistent with professional development, assist in training and supervision of less experienced staff.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

The team: Join the passionate Hobart based breast imaging team!

• Join a supportive team and enjoy a weekday role with no shifts or on-call work.
• Access staff benefits: professional development, fitness passport, and flex work.
• Utilise state-of-the-art equipment to provide high quality patient outcomes.

Details of Appointment

Permanent, part time, day worker position working 30.4 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant

• Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Location: Hobart, Tasmania

Salary: $71,441 to $107,878 per annum. Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

• Tertiary qualification/program of study providing eligibility for the Australian Society of Medical imaging and Radiation Therapy’s Certificate of Clinical Proficiency in Mammography
• Holds a certificate of Clinical Proficiency in Mammography
• Licensed to practice under Tasmanian Radiation Protection Act 2005 and the Radiation Protection Regulations 2016

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Current Driver’s Licence

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following areas:

1. crimes of violence
2. sex related offences
3. serious drug offences
4. crimes involving dishonesty

1. Identification check
2. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

How to Apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

Please note:

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

Statement of Duties

Applicant Guide

For more information

Justine Bevilacqua

Chief Radiographer
Phone: (03)6166 2***
E-mail:

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