Medical Imaging Technologist/Radiographer - Graduate Opportunities

Please be advised that scheduled maintenance is to be undertaken on Saturday 22nd June 2024 from 5 AM to 8 AM (AWST) and the system will be unavailable during this window.Convenience Buttons:Medical Imaging Technologist/Radiographer - Graduate OpportunitiesSalary: HSO Level P1 $80,963 - $109,579 p.a. pro rata + 11% Superannuation
Location: Perth Children's Hospital - Nedlands
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time
Position No: Pool Ref 00012239
Closing Date: 2024-07-10 4:00 PM
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• No cape required, just a passion for our vibrant facility, and working with kids!
• If you are dedicated to making a difference, we can’t wait to hear from you!

CRVCID 601570Before you apply for this position, please read the attached job application information sheet which contains important information.Are you graduating with a Medical Imaging degree and eager to embark on your career journey? We are thrilled to announce that we are now accepting applications for 2024 Graduates to join our passionate team at Perth Children’s Hospital!We currently have multiple fixed-term (12 month) opportunities commencing upon successful completion of your academic program, with the potential for extension or permanent placement.About the PositionWe are looking for enthusiastic Medical Imaging Technologists to join our team, offering varied training pathways to enhance your technical expertise.Working with children is truly special! You will gain diverse experience working with patients ranging from newborns to adolescents.Alongside technical skills, you will develop invaluable soft skills such as communication, empathy, and adaptability. You will learn to minimise anxiety and pain for our young patients, advocate for their needs, and foster understanding and confidence.Applicants should be in the final year of a Tertiary Qualification in Medical Imaging, and be eligible for registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia, and licensed with the Radiological Council of WA by the start of employment.Join us in creating a positive impact on the lives of children and their families. Apply now and start your rewarding journey with Perth Children’s Hospital!Why Join Us?

• Rigorous training is provided, focusing on the highest quality methods to ensure you excel in your role.
• Learn alongside our skilled team! As a graduate, you will start with general X-ray, including emergency services, and progress to mobile/portable X-ray, fluoroscopy, bone density, and dental X-ray.
• Our department conducts CT scans, angiography (including interventional and cardiac), MRI, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and PACS/RIS.
• Our team also provides imaging services to women and newborns, including premature babies, at our satellite women’s and newborns campus at King Edward Memorial Hospital.
• Eligible for generous penalty rates from shift work and on call hours.

Join us and embark on an exciting journey in Medical Imaging, where every day brings new opportunities to learn and grow!About the TeamBased at Perth Children’s Hospital, Western Australia’s only acute tertiary paediatric centre, our dedicated Medical Imaging Team offer a comprehensive range of diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology services to children aged 0-16 years, including inpatients, outpatients, and the Emergency Department.Our team provides a wide variety of imaging within the subspecialties of interventional radiology, and paediatric cardiac catheterisations, sourced from Medical Imaging modalities such as general X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and fluoroscopy.We focus on achieving the highest quality imaging studies with a compassionate, child-friendly approach. Our department is equipped with highly specialised facilities and equipment designed to create a safe and comfortable environment for infants, children, and their families.As part of our dedication to excellence, we benchmark our services through collaboration with other children's hospitals and actively participate in research initiatives. We support research projects and contribute to the advancement of procedures through partnerships with universities and paediatric specialist foundations.About CAHSThe Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to be the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State’s only dedicated health service for infants, children, and young people. CAHS comprises four service areas: Neonatology, Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) and Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH).With over 6500 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospitals (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160 community clinics across the Perth metropolitan area.For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS, please click and for further information regarding CAHS’ services, please clickHow to ApplyWe welcome your application via the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this page. Your application should contain the following:

• A current resume which summarises your experience, qualifications and how you can meet the position requirements.
• Your university transcript (academic results to date) - Please attach this as part of your supporting documentation under "Other Attachments"
• A response to the below questions (which will be included in the online application form)

• Describe how you might tailor your communication when talking to children and their parents/carers when providing a Medical Imaging procedure? And why is this important to consider?
• Describe a time when you noticed unsafe behaviour, or a unsafe situation. How did you address the situation? (this can be in a workplace, sporting club, or volunteer organisation etc).
• Describe a team environment that made you feel happy and included and what values do you think the team had in place that made it successful? What values or traits did you bring to this team environment?
• Why are you interested in being considered for a graduate opportunity at Perth Children’s Hospital?
• Are you due to graduate within the next 6-12 months and will you be able to complete professional registration as required prior to commencement?

• Please provide the name, email, and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide a reference. Referees should include at least one individual who has been or is your direct Line Manager/Supervisor.

Role related questions:
We encourage you to contact Drew Williams (Deputy Chief MIT on 0424505127 or with any specific questions related to this role.Help in submitting your application: If you experience technical difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Visa sponsorship for eligible international applicants that meet immigration requirements may also be considered.This position is subject to a Western Australian Working with Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/01/2025.Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.CAHS values: To achieve our vision of healthy kids, healthy communities, CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the person named in this advert.WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.For Assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the Strategic Talent Acquisition Recruitment Team (START) service via email:Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.