AddressThis is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Part Time and Casual appointments. Fixed Term and Casual appointments will be made with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. Appointments will be up to 15.2 hours (0.2 FTE) per fortnight.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments can be made from this pool until 31/10/2025.
Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community? Women and Newborn Health Service (WNHS) inspires to be a trusted and valued leader in health services for women, newborns, families and the community, so that we deliver world-class, innovative and comprehensive health care to Western Australia.
North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.
NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.
NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Julie Wilkes on 08 9323 6***.
About this role
This position performs breast ultrasound examinations and mammographic examinations and assist the radiologist with complex scanning techniques and interventional procedures under ultrasound and mammographic guidance in a breast assessment setting.
Pursuant of Section 27 (2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, the occupant of this position must be Female.
This role reports to the Supervising Medical Imaging Technologist.
What we are looking for
Highly capable and values-driven health professionals join our BreastScreen WA team at Women and Newborn Health Service (WNHS). You will be a driven and innovative individual whose actions, interactions and partnerships achieve high quality patient care. You will have the opportunity to embody the NMHS Values and make a real difference by providing safe quality care through expertise and teamwork.
While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.
Area Profile
The BreastScreen WA program provides free screening mammograms to asymptomatic women and specifically targets women aged 50 to 74 years, as the scientific evidence of benefit from screening mammography is greatest for women in this age group. However, all women 40 years or over are eligible to attend.
Since March 1989 more than 2 million screening mammograms have been performed at a BreastScreen WA service.
BreastScreen WA has thirteen permanent screening clinics located at Albany, Bunbury, Cannington, Cockburn, David Jones Rose Clinic (Perth city store), Joondalup, Mandurah, Midland, Mirrabooka, Padbury, East Perth (Mardalup), and Rockingham.
Four mobile BreastScreen WA services visit about 100 outer metropolitan and rural towns every two years. Some towns are visited annually.
The Program is part of the national BreastScreen Australia program and is governed by the National Accreditation Standards. In Western Australia, the state wide program is under the jurisdiction of the North Metropolitan Health Service of the Health Department of Western Australia.
What we offer
In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
- Generous salary packaging
- Diverse and inclusive culture
- A smoke free environment
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Paid study leave
- Flexible working arrangements
- Continuous learning
- Professional and location-based allowances
NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.
Want to know more about this role?
We encourage you to contact Julie Wilkes on 08 9323 6***.
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Ready to join our team?
Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Your application should include:
- A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages (as outlined in the attached JDF).
- A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role.
- The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term or casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
We look forward to receiving your application.
