Address
Form of workDescription
Directorate
Canberra Health Services
Branch
Cancer and Ambulatory Services
Section
Medical Physics and Radiation Engineering
Position Number
21212
Position Title
Senior Diagnostic Medical Physicist
Classification
Senior Medical Physics Specialist
Vacancy Type
Permanent Full-time
Vacancy Length
Permanent
Location
The Canberra Hospital, Garran ACT
Base Annual Salary
$162,616 - $190,761
Contact Officer
Ben Cooper 51245300 Ben.cooper@act.gov.au
Closing Date
04 April 2023
Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind
POSITION OVERVIEW
Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary, and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website: www.canberrahealthservices.act.gov.au
The Medical Physics and Radiation Engineering (MPRE) department at Canberra Health Services is composed of medical physics specialists in radiology, nuclear medicine and radiation oncology giving our department a collegial diversity of medical physicists working together. The team is responsible for services, advice, education and research in the safe use and effective applications of medical radiation to service departments and more generally as required. These departments primarily include Medical Imaging, Radiation Oncology, Cardiology, BreastScreen and Oral Health Services.
The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of state-of-the-art medical physics services and advice for our client departments in the use of ionising and non-ionising radiation. Canberra Health Services has a large range of registered ionising radiation source devices, from intra oral dental units, general x-ray through to angiographic and CT equipment that require medical physics services through their equipment lifecycles such as specialist procurement advice, shielding, commissioning and ongoing performance testing, etc
The Critical Services Building is currently being constructed with three floors of the building housing clinical x-ray imaging equipment, as well as MRI and ultrasound equipment. Consistent with a focus on patient care and regulatory requirements, the senior diagnostic radiology medical physics specialist will support management and provision of audit processes that involve patient irradiation, often being a first step in the collaborative process of procedure optimisation.
A significant part of the role is educating within a DIMP TEAP program as well as commitments in radiologist education for the Applied imaging Technology examinations. There is also a strong commitment to radiation safety training for all radiation users. Our team welcomes collaborative research with active collaborations with University of Sydney, Wollongong University, and the Australian National University, as well as hospital wide research work within allied health.
DUTIES
Under broad direction, you will deliver operational medical physics services within the areas of the Canberra Health Services that utilise diagnostic imaging services including, but not limited to:
Plan and conduct routine and complex medical physics work within diagnostic radiology imaging medical physics, including participating in and contributing to clinical audits, equipment performance testing, dose audits and optimisation, image quality evaluation, personal and area radiation monitoring, radiation safety, tender preparation and assessment, radiation shielding design and verification, and other diagnostic imaging medical physics activities as appropriate.
Identify issues and manage problems in imaging and related equipment following installation, commissioning, repairs or adjustments and monitor maintenance programs to ensure that equipment is safe for clinical use – including planning, monitoring and technically assessing maintenance, quality assurance and quality control programs.
Participate in, and as appropriate, lead research and development of clinical investigation and imaging techniques as well as other clinically relevant methodology.
Develop computer programs for clinical analysis, data processing or other requirements related to diagnostic imaging medical physics.
Participate in staff education, including supervision, teaching and assessment within the ACPSEM Training Education and Assessment Program for Medical Physics Registrars, and teaching in the RANZCR AIT program for radiology registrars.
Produce documentation and communications relating to:
work- and project reports and procedures,
briefing staff members on work related matters, scientific communication to staff, patients and the public using audience-appropriate communication styles.
Undertake other duties which contribute to the operation of the section with the delivery of safe and high-quality patient care in line with Work Health and Safety requirements and the organisation’s values: reliable, progressive, respectful and kind.
ABOUT YOU
CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, or Questioning (LGBTIQ) are particularly encouraged to apply.
Behavioural Capabilities
To be successful in this position, it is expected that the successful candidate will have the following attributes:
Researches and consults widely to make evidence-based choices using a variety of sources and use information to effectively solve problems and prioritise.
Develops shared knowledge and understanding that contributes to effective coordination, improved team performance and enhanced service outcomes.
Has an adaptive mindset, continuously learning and keeping abreast of technology and emerging thinking.
Prioritises workload appropriately and establish realistic timeframes for the completion of work and take accountability for my performance and achievement of results.
Position Requirements/Qualifications:
Mandatory
Registered, or demonstrate eligibility for registration, on the register of Qualified Medical Physics Specialists in Diagnostic Imaging Medical Physics administered by the Australasian College of Physical Scientists and Engineers in Medicine (ACPSEM).
Hold a higher degree (M. Sc. or higher) majoring in physics from an accredited university.
Experience working as a medical physicist in a clinical environment.
Eligible for, or possess, an ACT radiation licence
The successful applicant will need to be available for occasional weekend and after-hours work.
CHS is leading the drive to digitally transform health service delivery in Australia through the implementation of a territory wide Digital Health Record. Computer literacy skills are required which are relevant to this role as you will be responsible for completing required documentation and becoming a proficient user of the Digital Health Record and/or other Information Technology systems; once proficient, you will need to remain current with changes, updates and contingencies.
Desirable
Hold a PhD in Medical Physics.
Experience in teaching diagnostic imaging medical physics registrars
Hold certification from the ACPSEM, or equivalent, in one or more of the following: Mammography equipment tester, Radiation Safety, Nuclear Medicine Physics.
Have experience in magnetic resonance imaging, preferably in a clinical environment.
Have experience in laser safety, preferably for medical lasers.
Have an understanding of how the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) indicators align with this role.
Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in alignment to the CHS Exceptional Care Framework, Clinical Governance Framework, Partnering With Consumers Framework and all other related frameworks.
Prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:
Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
Note: There are two advertisements running concurrently on Req ID 028FL and Req ID 0255X, however there is only one position available. The position will be filled at the classification commensurate to the applications received. Please ensure you apply for the classification appropriate to your qualifications and experience. You may apply for both should you wish.
WHAT YOU REQUIRE
These are the key selection criteria for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your resumé and experience.
Your statement of claims against the selection criteria should summarise how your skills and experiences would enable you to fulfil the duties and responsibilities of the position. It is therefore in the interests of candidates to present their application in a way that demonstrates significant outcomes associated with each of the criteria, as well as the capabilities and behaviours that underpin them.
Demonstrates high work standards in the clinical applications of medical physics in diagnostic radiology imaging, including good documentation of work. This should include a good knowledge of the application of other medical physics specialties (Radiation Oncology, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Safety) within the hospital environment.
Demonstrates aptitude and ability to solve clinically related scientific problems using analytical, computational and data processing skills, showing leadership through communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates ability to communicate scientific information effectively both orally and through written documents, including experience in conducting educational programs in medical physics and radiation safety.
Demonstrates ability to work effectively both independently and/or in a team. This means a demonstrated ability in attaining consensus decisions, supporting team members, prioritising and working to deadlines, knowing self-limitations, persevering with difficult problems and in overcoming obstacles.
Demonstrates understanding of, and adherence to, safety and quality standards, work, health and safety (WH&S) and the positive patient experience. Displays behaviour consistent with CHS’s values of reliable, progressive, respectful and kind.
HOW TO APPLY / OR WANT TO KNOW MORE?
Applications must be submitted through the e-recruitment system. Applications must include a copy of a current resumé, and
- A response to the selection criteria under “What You Require”.
Job: Allied Health
Salary Range: 162,616.00 - 190,761.00
Contact Name: Benjamin Cooper
Contact Email: Ben.cooper@act.gov.au
Closing Date: 04/Apr/2023, 8:59:00 AM
